Tropical fish can be tricky to keep healthy. Here is Petworld’s 10-step checklist to help you keep your tropical fish healthy and happy.
- Once you have your tank set up and you have waited a week before adding your fish, the following steps should be taken:
- Use a water-quality test kit to measure the temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen content, ammonia levels, nitrate levels, and salinity of the water. These kits or test strips are available at any Petworld store and online. Adjust these properties as needed with different solutions available in Petworld.
- Avoid adjusting water temperature abruptly. Our Aquarium Heaters turn on and off accordingly to keep the water temperature consistent. If you are worried that at some point your tank may get too hot or too cold, our Aquarium Thermometer/Sensor will alert you to any dangerous temperature spikes.
- Have air flowing into your tank. This can be done through a filter or air pump, which can be set up to allow air to flow through decorations or create an air wall in your tank.
- Avoid overfeeding. Fish should only be fed once every two days and all food should be gone within two minutes. Left-over food in the tank can turn poisonous to fish. Tetra brand is one of the best, providing a full nutritious diet.
- Store food in moisture-resistant containers and place it in a cool, dry area, out of direct sunlight.
- Keep frozen food (such as blood worms) for no longer than three months.
- Equip aquariums with proper lighting to avoid heat accumulation and excess algae growth. Use a light recommended for aquarium use. Use dimmer devices to avoid startling fish when turning on lights.
- Cover the aquarium to prevent water contamination and minimize temperature fluctuations.
- Change and replace 20% of the water every month.
- Always add small numbers of fish at a time, as adding large groups will cause detrimental changes in the tank’s bacteria.
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Tropical fish are a beautiful addition to any home. They are fascinating to look after and give you great insight into life under the ocean. By following the 10 tips above, your fish will enjoy a healthy and happy life with you and their fishy friends!
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And why not talk to one of our Petworld staff members about mixing different fish?
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