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What should you do if your filter in your freshwater aquarium breaks?
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∙ 13y ago
Unless u know how to fix it
i suggest u buy a new one
unless the fish are bottom feeders
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In a freshwater aquarium should the water level be above or below the filter tube?
As far as the running of the tank and the efficiency of the filter is concerned, it doesn't matter if the water splashes down into the tank or flows quietly into it provided you are getting a maximum flow and the filter is cycled.
Should you still have an air pump in an aquarium even if you have a filter?
yes
What is the best type of freshwater aquarium filter?
This is a subjective question. The most efficient IMO is the 'Power Filter'. The best make IMO is the 'Eheim'. There is one type of filter though that should NEVER be used and that is an 'Undergravel filter'. They store all the bacteria and detrius in the gravel. They do not remove anything from the tank and they can not be cleaned. They are one power black-out from poisoning the tank and all its occupants..
Can you keep gold and black swordtails in the same aquarium?
Yes. They are both freshwater tropical community fish and should get along well.
How often should you clean the aquarium if there is no filter?
All proper aquarium setups should have filters on them, and you should perform regular weekly maintenance which includes changing at least 50% of the water.If your tank is extremely small and cannot hold at least an HOB (Hang On Back) filter, you should consider upgrading your tank.
Would there be bacteria in a aquarium?
There should and probably will be bacteria on EVERY hard surface in the tank such as the Decorations, Substrate and Glass. Also there is bacteria in the Filter as it breaks down the toxic bacteria in the water. these bacteria remove toxins for fish that can kill them ammonia, nitrite and nitrate
Ten gallon aquarium filter but its missing the suction part what should you do?
Spare parts can be bought for most of the better brands of filter. Check with a few pet shops.
Can you use bottled spring water for freshwater fish?
As long as you have a filter for your fish, it should be fine, just make sure you wait however long the instructions say for the filter, before you put the fish in.
Can fish go directly into a tank that hasn't been recycled?
Simple answer is they can but it's not wise nor smart to do it. There are so many rapid ways of maturing/recycling your filter and aquarium that there should never be any need to put fish in an unprepared aquarium.
What is a power filter for fish tank?
It depends what filter you have.... you can have external filters, internal filters, biological filters, canister filters and mechanical filters..... but basically water gets sucked up through a pipe and cleaned by being pushed through meshes, catridges, sponges..... then goes out through enough pipe and returned back into the aquariam.
Why is aquarium gravel bad for fish?
Aquarium gravel is simply gravel that goes in the bottom of your aquarium. You can also use sand instead of gravel. The gravel has several purposes: It makes your tank look nice, it hides waste (which is why you should gravel vacuum once a month or so), and it provides surface area for good bacteria to live on. It comes in many colors, including brown, white, black, and neon colors.
How to Set up a Freshwater Fish Aquarium?
The first step to setting up a freshwater fish aquarium is to have the proper equipment on hand. Aside from the aquarium, one will need to have gravel, a filter, replacement filter media, a heater, decorations, an aquarium test kit, a vacuum, a fish net, a glass scrubber, food, and a strainer. Secondly, think about the size and location of the aquarium. Before purchasing the aquarium, know what type of fish are going to be kept in it. Since fish vary in size, it is important that the aquarium can accommodate the fish. The location of the tank is also important and should be in a spot where the temperature of the water will not be affected. This will happen if it is placed by a window or a heater, thus resulting in green algae. Third, set up the aquarium. Wash the tank by rinsing it out with water only. Detergents can be harmful to some fish. Wash the gravel and all plants and decorations that are going into the tank. Once washed, these items can be placed into the aquarium. Fourth, add the water and set up the aquarium. Fill the tank with room temperature water and consider getting a product to help remove the chlorine. At this point, place the heater in the tank. Plug it in once the thermometer has reached the temperature of the water. Add the filter and any other items. Once everything is set, the tank can have more water added to it if necessary. Replace the hood back onto the tank and plug everything in. Fifth, wait a while before placing fish into the tank. The aquarium has to cycle before any fish can be added. When it is time to add fish, only add a couple at a time. This is to help the filtration system. Fish can become stressed when placed in a new aquarium and this can lead to death or disease. To help relieve the stress, let the bag float in the tank so it can become accustomed to the water temperature. After about 5 minutes, add a little aquarium water to the bag to help the fish acclimate to the pH level.
