Are you interested in starting a hobby with beautiful freshwater fish in aquariums inside your condo? Do you have pets and are looking to buy or rent a condo in the Philippines? You're undoubtedly already making plans to keep a pet, but you're not sure what will work best in your condo. Pets are allowed in condos and come in a variety of varieties for your selection.
Cats, dogs (of specific breeds and sizes), and aquarium fish are the most popular pet types permitted in condominiums. There are many beautiful fish species, but it is crucial to keep in mind that while maintaining an aquarium can require some work, certain fish are far simpler to begin with than others.
Certain species of fish thrive in a beginner fish tank because they are generally calm and undemanding. However, it's essential to house fish that have similar needs in freshwater tanks in terms of pH, water temperature, and tank size together, so do your homework before visiting the pet store.
What do you need to know before starting a fish aquarium?
- Fish Tank
Contented aquarium fish reside in tanks made especially for them. This entails staying within specific ranges for hardness, pH, and temperature. The term "hardness" describes the degree of mineral saturation in the water. Yet again, a lot of the best fish for pets are flexible and can survive in a variety of environments. Whatever your reason for wanting to add a species or other tropical fish to a tank, be ready to invest some serious time in learning about it. To stay aware of their surroundings, you will need to know the statistics.
Lastly, cleaning your fish tank once a week is recommended. Emptying and restocking the water container is not a cleaning method! Rather, Country Vet suggests draining about a quarter of the water in the tank and adding fresh, treated water in its place. Simply put, treated water is tap water that has had a water conditioner added.
Maintaining a healthy and beautiful fish tank and healthy fish depends on maintaining the proper balance of temperature, hardness, pH level, and water quality. Some fish could die from sudden changes.
2. Can you put different kinds of freshwater aquarium fish species in one tank?
You can successfully house different species of fish in one tank by adhering to a few rules. First, the ecological requirements of every species in the tank should be the same. Fish from the tropics and freshwater do not mix, nor do fish that require colder temperatures. Make sure you are familiar with their natural environments. Second, make sure the species you buy gets along with other animals. Males in the same species are frequently hostile toward other fish species. Examine the areas of the tank where each species congregates, as this may facilitate harmonious coexistence.
3. Feeding pet fish
The majority of fish on our list are omnivores, meaning they will gladly consume flakes and pellets of fish food. A high-quality fish diet ought to be high in protein. There are fish on our list that are herbivores and adore greens like algae and spirulina. If you give live food, such as bloodworms, to most fish, they will be very happy. Don't let this fool you—overfeeding pet fish is a major problem. Some people only need to eat once a day or a few small meals. Usually, you will take out any leftover food after two minutes to prevent your fish from going overboard. You have a great opportunity to watch your fish's behavior during feeding time. Examine the condition of your aquarium to see if they aren't eating or if their colors have faded.
The best fish for a home aquarium
A pet fish appears to be very simple at first. Yes, compared to dogs and cats, they make very laid-back pets, but a lot of people struggle with the environment. Due to this, we have compiled a list of the top pet fish, taking into account both their level of care requirements and social skills.
- Betta fish
With a few upgrades from their drab, little fishbowl, your betta will live a longer, happier life—despite having the reputation of being a hardy fish and one of the easiest fish to keep. A minimum five-gallon tank with a filter and heater is ideal for better health. Quick-moving water can easily knock bettas around due to their long, delicate fins. To prevent your betta from being pushed around by the water flow, use a filter of the proper size and either divert or completely reduce the flow.
Is it a peaceful fish? Not really; it is advised that beginners begin with a single male betta fish in a separate tank.
2. Standard goldfish
Goldfish is one of the most popular freshwater fish. Although there are many different kinds of goldfish, beginners should begin with the comet, sarasa, and shubunkin varieties, which are long-bodied goldfish. Decorative goldfish with atypical body forms are more appropriate for intermediate and experienced fish keepers, though. Remember that you will require 20 gallons of water per fish just to get started, regardless of the kind of goldfish you select! Goldfish will require an upgrade to a larger aquarium as they get bigger.
Because goldfish are generally poor feed converters, they might produce more waste than other types of fish.
3. Cory catfish
The Corydora family of fish is another excellent choice for beginner fish keepers. Although this group contains many species, the panda cory (seen in this photo), the bronze cory, and the albino cory are among the easiest. These catfish are all bottom feeders, content to spend their days scavenging along the substrate for food scraps. These outgoing and laid-back fish thrive in community tanks and are most comfortable when kept in groups of four or more of the same species.
4. Neon terras
A school of these vividly colored freshwater fish can look fantastic in an aquarium, despite their seemingly small size. These colorful small fish are a great addition to any community freshwater aquarium because of their vivid streaks of red and blue. Because of their small size, neon tetras have little effect on the quality of the water and tend to be very laid-back.
Neon tetras have a maximum length of 1.5 inches. Neon terras are peaceful community fish. Since they enjoy learning in groups, most schooling fish begin with three or five individuals in the same tank at the very least.
5. Molly and platy fish (live-bearing fish)
Many people who own platy and mollies begin with just one or two fish. A few weeks later, they have an abundance of baby fish around. This reputation for live-bearing fish stems from the fact that the fish you adopted initially had a 50% chance of being a pregnant female. Because fertilization occurs internally, you can never tell how many fish you might be adopting by looking at them externally. Moreover, a female livebearer may give birth to several batches of offspring following a single mating.
What you need to keep in mind
It's a thrilling experience to start an aquarium hobby! Do your research and design a suitable aquarium for the fish you purchase once you have chosen which species to keep, especially when you are living in a condo. Remember that before becoming established, every new aquarium must go through nitrogen cycling. You can position yourself for success by beginning with a few fish in a large body of water.
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