Regardless of who you speak with concerning plants for aquariums as you will discover that every person most likely has their particular viewpoint. There are those that enjoy having fake plants which do not require any kind of care. Then you've got those that prefer the real plants for their own reasons.
There are several things that you will have to learn about choosing the perfect plants for aquarium. The important of these is that it's going to depend on just how much time and effort you need to dedicated to your aquarium. Clearly fish will love live plants better because every person does but they will enjoy having artificial plants as well.
Selecting live plants for aquariums have extra advantages you could possibly not have thought about. These normally include the fact that they will eliminate some of the Carbon dioxide from the water as well as help to add oxygen back into the water. Nonetheless even with such advantages you will find things that you have to consider just before choosing live plants.
One thing to consider is that you need to find the right kind of plants for aquariums as to lessen your potential for troubles. Choosing plants which are the incorrect size could result in dead fish. Moreover do not forget that having live plants require some care and maintenance that you do not have when you purchase fake plants.
You will have to do the correct work to tend live plants for aquariums appropriately as that will be the ideal option on their behalf. Periodically these kinds of plants could possibly decay and could cause the water to become toxic if not immediately taken out. The plants, regardless of whether live or fake, are available for the fish's pleasure so remember this.
By: Faviola Blake
Friday, August 26, 2011
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Keeping a Clean (Fish-Friendly) Home
My mom has taught me many things over the years, not the least of which is the importance of having a clean house. Not just because it looks nice-but because it helps keep you from getting sick! Not surprisingly, Mom's advice translates to fish homes, too. Good fish aquarium maintenance doesn't have to be a huge time commitment-it's mainly a little elbow grease and a lot of common sense.
Here are some simple tips to keep your fish happy and healthy:
Keep the water clean. Water is a fish's air, and when it isn't clean it's very difficult for them to get the oxygen they need. A water filtration system helps keep it the water pure on a day-to-day basis, but to really ensure a good environment for your fish, change 20% of the aquarium's water twice a week.
Clean the tank monthly. Once a month, do a complete deep-clean of your aquarium. Completely replace the water, wash the gravel, change the filter and thoroughly clean every inch of the tank. Do not use soap or detergent to clean the tank-hot water works just fine and won't make your fish sick.
Check the temperature and pH regularly. Too much fluctuation in water temperature can be very stressful for fish. Make sure your aquarium is in a stable place away from A/C vents or direct sunlight. Test the pH of the water when you're doing your twice-a-week replacement, and if it's off, you can add chemicals to balance it (you can find them at your local pet store).
Watch your fish. If your fish are sick, they'll show it. Watch for patches on their scales, sliminess, clamped fins, erratic behavior...just about anything that doesn't look normal. If you have a fish you think is sick, quarantine it while you figure out what's wrong with it. There are a lot of good websites out there to help diagnose fish diseases and appropriate treatments. And of course, be sure to feed your fish regularly!
Finally, don't get suckered into buying expensive chemicals or treatments that you really don't need. The best way to keep your tank clean and well-maintained is by doing it yourself using the steps above.
By: Robbie David
Here are some simple tips to keep your fish happy and healthy:
Keep the water clean. Water is a fish's air, and when it isn't clean it's very difficult for them to get the oxygen they need. A water filtration system helps keep it the water pure on a day-to-day basis, but to really ensure a good environment for your fish, change 20% of the aquarium's water twice a week.
Clean the tank monthly. Once a month, do a complete deep-clean of your aquarium. Completely replace the water, wash the gravel, change the filter and thoroughly clean every inch of the tank. Do not use soap or detergent to clean the tank-hot water works just fine and won't make your fish sick.
Check the temperature and pH regularly. Too much fluctuation in water temperature can be very stressful for fish. Make sure your aquarium is in a stable place away from A/C vents or direct sunlight. Test the pH of the water when you're doing your twice-a-week replacement, and if it's off, you can add chemicals to balance it (you can find them at your local pet store).
Watch your fish. If your fish are sick, they'll show it. Watch for patches on their scales, sliminess, clamped fins, erratic behavior...just about anything that doesn't look normal. If you have a fish you think is sick, quarantine it while you figure out what's wrong with it. There are a lot of good websites out there to help diagnose fish diseases and appropriate treatments. And of course, be sure to feed your fish regularly!
Finally, don't get suckered into buying expensive chemicals or treatments that you really don't need. The best way to keep your tank clean and well-maintained is by doing it yourself using the steps above.
By: Robbie David
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Diets for the Bearded Dragon
The bearded dragon diet could quite possibly be the most fastidious thing you may ever have to go through as far as pet diets go. Bearded dragons are omnivores (they eat both meat and plant) and they must have a very specific diet, for them to be healthy. Below are some specific steps that you can take in order to ensure your bearded dragon is getting the best diet and care it can.
1. Variety is the key. Feeding him just crickets won't do him good, and he will become nutritionally deficient. Provide a wide range of foods for a spicy diet.
2. When it comes to maintaining a healthy bearded dragon diet, it is vital to do two things when feeding your beardie crickets: Gut load your crickets with healthy stuff. Basically, what the crickets eat, the same does your bearded dragon. Also, powder your bearded dragon's food with bearded dragon vitamin supplements.
3. Feeding it spinach and other green veggies in large amounts may leach precious calcium from your brearded dragon, and that does not do him good.
4. As a rule of thumb, iceberg lettuce is not something you want to feed your bearded dragon.
5. Dandelion Greens (yes, the weed), collard greens and mustard greens are very healthy for bearded dragons and can be eaten regularly.
6. As a source of protein, mealworms are great. But in large amounts, your bearded dragon will find it hard to digest and may cause digestion issues.
7. Anything in excess is bad, when it comes down to bearded dragon care. Small amounts of different foods will make your dragon very healthy.
8. A good digestion for your bearded dragon requires also maintaining proper temperature in the bearded dragons cage. Too often beardie owners keep a low temperature in the cages and they cause troubles for the beardie's digestion. Let's not forget that these are cold-blooded desert animals and are used to a certain temperature.
9. The bearded dragon can get constipated and parasites, even result in not eating, because of stress and other factors. Keeping a quiet, calm surrounding can be beneficial to your bearded dragon care.
10. Don't be afraid to go to the vet if your beardie has health problems. If your dragon is visibly sick, it is a really bad sign and something must be done fast.
Beardies are really one of the best pets someone can have. You can really make your dragon live longer and healthier by just maintaining a healthy bearded dragon diet and by being mindful of its needs. You can best server your pet for years to come, if you become an expert in bearded dragon care.
By: Tom Wilson
1. Variety is the key. Feeding him just crickets won't do him good, and he will become nutritionally deficient. Provide a wide range of foods for a spicy diet.
2. When it comes to maintaining a healthy bearded dragon diet, it is vital to do two things when feeding your beardie crickets: Gut load your crickets with healthy stuff. Basically, what the crickets eat, the same does your bearded dragon. Also, powder your bearded dragon's food with bearded dragon vitamin supplements.
3. Feeding it spinach and other green veggies in large amounts may leach precious calcium from your brearded dragon, and that does not do him good.
4. As a rule of thumb, iceberg lettuce is not something you want to feed your bearded dragon.
5. Dandelion Greens (yes, the weed), collard greens and mustard greens are very healthy for bearded dragons and can be eaten regularly.
6. As a source of protein, mealworms are great. But in large amounts, your bearded dragon will find it hard to digest and may cause digestion issues.
7. Anything in excess is bad, when it comes down to bearded dragon care. Small amounts of different foods will make your dragon very healthy.
8. A good digestion for your bearded dragon requires also maintaining proper temperature in the bearded dragons cage. Too often beardie owners keep a low temperature in the cages and they cause troubles for the beardie's digestion. Let's not forget that these are cold-blooded desert animals and are used to a certain temperature.
9. The bearded dragon can get constipated and parasites, even result in not eating, because of stress and other factors. Keeping a quiet, calm surrounding can be beneficial to your bearded dragon care.
10. Don't be afraid to go to the vet if your beardie has health problems. If your dragon is visibly sick, it is a really bad sign and something must be done fast.
Beardies are really one of the best pets someone can have. You can really make your dragon live longer and healthier by just maintaining a healthy bearded dragon diet and by being mindful of its needs. You can best server your pet for years to come, if you become an expert in bearded dragon care.
By: Tom Wilson
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