Choosing an aquarium filter.
There's more then type of filtration needed in a saltwater aquarium. These are biological, mechanical, & chemical filtration.
Chemical Filtration is another important aspect of Setting up saltwater aquarium. They will remove various chemicals that are dissolved in the water. Visually, these remove the discoloration of the water that might occur without filtration.
Biological filtration removes ammonia, ammonium, nitrite, & nitrates (some) created by fish's biological processes & other activity in the aquarium. The method involves conversion of ammonia/ammonium to harmful nitrite. Then the nitrite converts to harmless nitrate. Live Rock which can support bacteria & Protein Skimmers are among top biological filtration systems. .
Mixing saltwater
Mechanical Filtration is also important for removal of matter such as excess uneaten food, fish waste, & other debris that might land in the tank.
Follow the instructions with the salt mix that you have selected. Also, only add freshwater after the water is made. The water evaporates, while the salt does not which means that the salinity of in the aquarium fluctuates. You ought to therefore use a hydrometer to keep track of gravity(salinity), & add salt to raise the salinity when needed. Remember; do not add salt when replacing evaporated water.
The first thing you ought to do when you have setup your aquarium & filled it with water is running the water. Let the filtration process run a week or longer before adding fish & there after introduce a few hardy fish. Damsels are nice choice for beginners.
Add fish to the aquarium at the rate of perhaps two a week at most & preferable in pairs. You ought to not add over one fish per ten gallons, & keep in mind that the amount of water won't be the full size of the tank, as other things in the tank (including your fish) take up space that are not obtainable to the fish. Introduce new fish to your aquarium carefully to keep away from causing the fish unnecessary stress.
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