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Keeping an aquarium is fun and rewarding with the experts at your back and the right equipment. We can also offer guidance on treating fish that are showing signs of illness.

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We offer water testing and advice on how to keep your tropical fish healthy and water clean. Over feeding or too many fish in the tank can cause a spike in ammonia that may make your fish ill. The quality of the water in your tank can have drastic effects on your fish. Most filtration systems have this combination. A combination of mechanical (sponge media to catch debris), chemical (carbon) and biological (beneficial bacteria media) is recommended. Good filtration is beneficial to all fish and an absolute requirement in most cases. There are other fish, while extremely beautiful, that can be fiercely territorial and need special considerations in space and tank mates. Some of them are very peaceful and can live in mixed tanks with several other fish of similar temperament. Something else we think about when we are suggesting new fish is aggression level. Tropical fish come from more temperate zones and prefer water ranging from 75-82 degrees depending on specific species of fish. Some freshwater fish, such as Goldfish and Koi are considered cold water fish they prefer their water between 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

We can help you to choose species that will be well suited to the size of your tank. There are many species of freshwater fish available.įreshwater fish come in a range of sizes, most of the fish you see in our stores are juveniles and will do some growing in you tank. They live in lakes, rivers, and streams all over the world, as opposed to Saltwater fish that live in oceans. Tropical fish are a type of Freshwater fish. A Great Selection of Tropical Fish in Albuquerque Selecting Tropical Fish

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