What You Should Know When Buying A Saltwater Fish Tank

A saltwater fish tank is used for keeping fish that are used to living in salty waters.

In the 1950's it was popular to keep marine fish as pets. People would visit their local beach with their aquarium in hand hoping to pick themselves up a cheap pet for their children.Compressors were used to keep the water healthy but nowadays filters and substances such as salt mixes are available to add to the water which are used to regulate the water to ensure the correct environment. Electric filters and pumps and heaters all now make life easier for the fish enthusiast.

How Big Should My Saltwater Fish Tank Be?,

A large Saltwater fish tank is far better than a small tank, the experts recommend the saltwater fish tank to be at least fifty five gallons. It also depends on a few things such as the following:

How much money you have to spend
How much room you have

Choosing The Correct Synthetic Salt Mix For Your Saltwater Fish Tank

To ensure the healthy survival of your fish the water in your saltwater fish tank needs to be maintained to a level which is the closest to seawater as possible The following salt mixes do a very good job:

Chlorine
Sodium
Calcium
Potassium
Silicon
Sulfur
Magnesium
bromine

The following (not all) are also required in smaller quantities to maintain the suitable levels to ensure your fish survive: Your local supplier will be able to advise you as to the quantities needed.

iron
copper
iodine
cobalt
chromium
manganese

Beginners Tips For Your Saltwater Fish Tank

When stocking your saltwater fish tank with fish begin by introducing a few inexpensive fish. Make sure the fish are not ill. Try and choose the largest tank that you can afford preferably made from glass as acrylic tanks tend to scratch easily. Damsels are very easy to keep in a wide range of water conditions and are great for the beginner. Marine fish such as grammas, basslets, and hawkfishes should only be introduced when you have a good knowledge of and experience with marine fish.