Mugwump's Fish World
THE POND-THE FRESHWATER PLACE => THE TANK SET UP => Topic started by: Mugwump on October 15, 2012, 07:03:54 AM
Well, it seems that you want a new aquarium. The first place to begin is important. Where are you going to set it up? Things to consider are ...overall weight, traffic, accessibility.
There are others...what are they?
# of fish in a tank, Compatibility (fish store are bad at this), Back ground, aquarium decor, water parameters, tempature
yep, and the 'source' of your new fish. Are there local clubs, or hobbyists near you? These can be an invaluable places for help in raising your chosen species.
Quote from: Mugwump on October 19, 2012, 01:23:01 PM
yep, and the 'source' of your new fish. Are there local clubs, or hobbyists near you? These can be an invaluable places for help in raising your chosen species.
Better to get them from your own local water. Pet stores (big box) get them from over seas and who know what they have been exposed to...
Quote from: P4Angels on October 19, 2012, 01:30:21 PM
Quote from: Mugwump on October 19, 2012, 01:23:01 PM
yep, and the 'source' of your new fish. Are there local clubs, or hobbyists near you? These can be an invaluable places for help in raising your chosen species.
Better to get them from your own local water. Pet stores (big box) get them from over seas and who know what they have been exposed to...
Good point...that's an added plus for sure. Acclimation isn't as bad an issue.