Fish in the house: pet care

How often does it happen that you want animals in the house. Especially for people living alone. But the care for her is different. And after a working day, piling fatigue, you don't want to do something much. Fish in this case are one of the best pets. You don't need to walk them, fix the furniture after them too, and you don't need to wash the dishes and cook to eat. It is enough just to buy a few necessary things at once and enjoy life. And of course your pet, and he will delight you in return.

Fish for the aquarium

To choose the right fish, you need to know their types. And their incredible number and each is something good. But to choose a fish for a home aquarium, you do not need to be an expert, it is enough to know generalized information.

Types of fish for a home aquarium:

1. Viviparous. These fish are capable of producing already formed fry. In terms of color and shape, they are full of variety.
2. Gold. This breed is artificially bred. They are very beautiful. But not all species are suitable for settling in an aquarium.
3. Cockerels (labyrinth). The fighting fish are very beautiful. They do not tolerate competition, so there can be only one male in the aquarium.
4. Gourami. Peaceful species of fish. They can get along in any neighborhood and complement it well. They are easy to maintain. When breeding offspring, they lay eggs.
5. Carp. Hardy, unpretentious fish. Their colors are very diverse. They reproduce by spawning.
6. Cichlids. There are a myriad of fish species, different sizes, colors for every taste. The downside to cichlids is that they can eat all the vegetation in the aquarium.

Unpretentious fish for an aquarium

There are fish, the vitality of which everyone can envy. The habitat is almost not important to them, the temperature range is high, the composition of the soil is not important, the characteristics of the water are secondary. Such fish can eat any kind of food. It is because of such recommendations that they are called unpretentious, these include types of fish:

• Scalaria, a very cute aquarium fish. Her fins are threadlike. There are many varieties of scalars, color and size depend on the species. The size of the aquarium is not important to her. You can feed them with any food, but they like more lively. The dosage should be observed to prevent overfeeding.
• Fish Neon - small in size, found mainly in schools. Their care is minimal. All it takes is to top up the aquarium with water once a week, constant nutrition, moderate lighting. And the life of the fish will be easy and carefree. Neon fish are very bright and lively. They are able to decorate any aquarium.
• Tendency. A small black fish. However, with illness, the color may fade. These fish love company. Therefore, if the choice fell on them, it is better to start three, four pieces at once. In content, they are not whimsical at all. And if a "quarrel" happens in the flock at some point, you shouldn't worry about this, since Tenercies are completely harmless.
• Barbs. Fish are very popular because of their unpretentiousness and appearance. They are easy to use so much that even a child can cope with them. And their color palette is very diverse. There are more than two hundred species of Barbs. So anyone can choose something to their liking.
• One of the most beautiful fish is Black Mollies. In its content, the fish is quite simple. The only negative is that Molliesia loves a certain temperature, which should be constantly maintained. This concern is not difficult in the presence of a lamp and a thermometer. A little care and this beauty will delight you with her appearance.
• Wedge-spotted fish. The conditions in which these fish can live are standard aquarium ones. They are omnivorous, they like live food more. They live in flocks. Not aggressive.
• Goopy fish (Guppy). Small bright fish, of all colors. Males of this species have veiled tails. They can live in any type of aquarium. Any food can be eaten.

Fish compatibility in the aquarium

Although it is believed that fish are not the smartest creatures, they have a character. What can undoubtedly be noticed by observing them a little.

The life of aquarium fish is also a kind of society. And the fish in it are like people, they live and interact with each other. And if, say, you put fishes of different types in an aquarium, they will simply kill each other.

So how to choose the right fish so as not to worry about the health of your pets? And what are the rules to follow? These questions require familiarization with the types of fish and systematization. The first step is to pay attention to the aggressiveness, then to the aquarium conditions that they tolerate (water, temperature, light).

There are three concepts of compatibility in the aquarium hobby:

1. Fully compatible.
2. Completely incompatible.
3. Limitedly compatible, that is, fish can live in the same aquarium, only under certain conditions.

To make it easier to deal with the issue of cohabitation of fish, you can use the table below.

How many fish can be in the aquarium

It is worth starting with the fact that the aquarium and the aquarium are different. There are ten liters, forty, you can pick it up to order. Therefore, the number of fish depends on the size.

To choose the optimal number of fish, just start from the following information:

1. Consider how much oxygen is in the water. Don't forget to consider plants, they help to increase the oxygen content. Therefore, the more greenery you have in your tank, the more fish you can place in it. Also, the amount of oxygen in water directly depends on its temperature. The higher it is, the worse the oxygen will dissolve.
2. Pay attention to how large your fish are, how much they eat, how old they can live, and how often they reproduce. In no case should overpopulation in the aquarium be allowed. Because of this, all fish can die.
3. The content of the aquarium can be different, if there is vegetation, then there is soil. When launching fish into the aquarium, calculate the amount based on the mass of the soil. It is also advised not to skimp and purchase high quality soil. Much depends on this.
4. Consider the number of living plants. Pay attention to the speed at which they grow and recover, as the fish can feed on them.
5. And one of the most important conditions: equipment and maintenance of the aquarium. The permissible number of fish directly depends on how often you change the water and clean the soil.

Before filling the aquarium with the optimal number of fish, first find out how long an adult is, its size, shape. Use the rule of three and a half centimeters per five liters of water. And, based on this, count.

Proper maintenance of fish in the aquarium

Of course, the rules for keeping fish depend on which species you choose. Whether you will combine several or one is enough for you. Also, a lot depends on the type aquarium, and how many fish are in it.

However, there are general recommendations that everyone must follow:

• The temperature of the water in the aquarium should be in the range from plus twenty to plus twenty six degrees Celsius. Avoid sudden changes in temperature. This can lead to the death of the fish.
• It is necessary to monitor the purity of the water and the aquarium itself. The life span of your pets... There are many different devices and devices for keeping clean.
• When filling the aquarium, keep an eye on the water quality.
• Treat the aquarium with special preparations in advance so that the fish do not catch any infection.
• Follow the feeding regimen.

How to feed fish in an aquarium

Food is the main source of strength for the fish. Her health depends on its quality. It is best to use live food. It is much more nutritious. However, there is a risk of infection. So first freeze it. The low temperature will kill all germs. And don't forget to wash the food before giving it to the fish.

Feeding should take place at the same time. No more than 4 times a day.

You can also feed the fish with dry food. However, be sure to dilute it alive.

It is best to buy food from specialized stores. So you will reduce the likelihood of getting into a marriage or a fake.

Fish tank temperature

All aquarium fish require a constant temperature environment. In order not to guess whether they are comfortable or not, it is necessary to install a thermometer. This will help you easily recognize the changes.

The temperature depends on which fish are launched into the water. There are species to which she is indifferent. There are those who barely survive at twenty degrees. Therefore, you can purchase a heater along with a thermometer. And thus regulate the optimum temperature.

How to choose an aquarium

Naturally, when choosing an aquarium, your desire is the law. Round, square, elongated, whatever. But do not forget that any aquarium must meet certain characteristics in order for the fish to live in it with comfort.

First, the aquarium should be such that the biological balance in it is easily maintained.

Second, maintaining your aquarium shouldn't be a problem. Therefore, its size should be optimal for the content.

As for the shape, rectangular is considered the best and most convenient. Since it is easy to place it anywhere. It also allows you to view the fish without distortion.

When placing your aquarium remember:

• direct rays of the sun should not fall on it;
• do not place the aquarium in aisles or close to doors;
• and, of course, you should not put the aquarium in places with strong odors or tobacco smoke.