Fish on a par with other domestic pets need proper care. They are not suitable for people who want to spend on the pet a minimum of time: the inhabitants of the aquarium are sensitive to lack of light, improper feed and even a lack of soil at the bottom. How to care for fish in the aquarium, so as not to cause them harm?
However strange it may sound, a quality and convenient aquarium will make everyday care of its inhabitants much easier. Large fish will be uncomfortable in an aquarium, the volume of which does not exceed 300-400 liters. Small fish, whose size does not exceed 5-10 cm, feel great in an aquarium with a volume of 6-10 liters. Do not forget also about the number of fish - in proportion to their number should increase the amount of their habitat, otherwise their immunity will suffer.
How to properly care for fish in the aquarium?
In the care of any kind of fish, consider the following nuances:
- Selection of soil . On the bottom should lay a layer of nutrient or artificial soil suitable for plants and mosses planted in it. Caring for small fish in the aquarium, and for large ones, one should also consider the options for creating for them benthic houses and shelters. For this, large stones, thickets and snags should be used. They can be cleaned with sponge and soda if necessary.
- Purity of water . Daily it is necessary to maintain the transparency of the water, removing the remains of food with a net after 30 minutes after feeding. By adhering to this rule, you will substantially extend the life of the filters . Once a week, partially replace the water, adding about ΒΌ of the total volume.
- Regular cleaning . As soon as the plaque begins to appear on the walls of the aquarium, remove it with a special scraper.
- Purchase of a compressor . In order not to pollute the water, do not buy fish colored food and install a compressor to enrich the oxygen in the water. It is the lack of oxygen that can destroy both the flora and the fauna in the aquarium.
Changing the fish feed, aquarium or plants in it, focus on the main indicator of their safety - the health of pets.