Added: 10/25/2005 |
Aquariums and Rare Tropical Fish, The Beauty WithinRare tropical fish are breathtaking in their varied beauty and tropical fish tanks are quickly becoming the hobby of many. Ownership of rare tropical fish does require a certain amount of dedication however, both in monetary investment and regular maintenance.
Setting up a tropical fish aquarium is fairly easy, though the tank, filter, lighting and gravel (or in some cases sand) can be quite expensive to begin with. Once tropical fish tanks are set up, hobbyists find themselves looking at an empty aquarium with no rare tropical fish in sight. While this may seem a waste, it is a necessity to maintain the health of your new tropical fish aquarium. The aquarium must have the time to establish an ecosystem before any rare tropical fish or coral are introduced. Skipping over this vital step, which takes two to three weeks on average, will simply result in wasted money and the death of any rare tropical fish you have introduced to the tropical fish aquarium early.
Once you've given your tank plenty of time to establish itself, you can add live coral. This coral is actually a living entity, though you won't see it move or eat. It is a source of food and shelter for the rare tropical fish you'll be adding, and it helps to maintain a consistent environment for them. Coral can be found in a variety of sizes and colors from any pet store carrying rare tropical fish and supplies. In this step you should again give tropical fish tanks time to establish a friendly environment, generally a week or so, before adding your rare tropical fish.
Rare tropical fish are beautiful in color and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They are considerably more expensive than fresh water fish, but many hobbyists believe the extra cost is worth it in the end. When choosing your rare tropical fish, you may want to start out with one of the hardiest types as the first few rare tropical fish introduced to a new tank generally die. The shock of the new environment is usually to great for them, but the good news is, even this ritual creates a healthier environment for your future rare tropical fish. Choose your favorites and introduce one to two rare tropical fish to a tank at a time, and no more often than once every two weeks, allowing more time in between if you possibly can. Do not overcrowd your tropical fish aquarium, as this will lead to the loss of your rare tropical fish as well.
Lastly, once you have determined the number of rare tropical fish you will be keeping (and again, try not to overcrowd them if at all possible), let your tank take care of itself. Try to avoid putting anything into the water itself, including fingers, decorations or new plants. It is best to remember that changing anything, no matter how slight, can result in a total crash of tropical fish tanks, and should be avoided at all costs.
Once you've got your tank established, sit back and watch your beautiful rare tropical fish enjoy their surroundings. Take advantage of the relaxation this provides, and don't be afraid to pat yourself on the back for a job well done.
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