How Do You Buy Fish For A Non-Aggressive Freshwater Aquarium?
Freshwater, non-aggressive aquariums are ideal for those new to keeping fish. Non-aggressives typically won’t harm one another, unless one of them is ill, which makes these aquariums easier and less expensive to keep than their predatory counterparts. Many species also run in school formation, beautifully enhancing the look of the tank. Step 1 Set up, condition and stabilize your brand new tank properly. You cannot fill a tank with tap water and put expensive fish into it. Ask a reputable pet store or long time aquarium owner how to set up, condition and stabilize a new tank before you buy fish. Step 2 Know your species. When you get to the store, you’ll find both saltwater and freshwater fish in aggressive and non-aggressive varieties. You’re searching for freshwater, non-aggressive fish only. Saltwater tanks are not for beginners, and freshwater aggressives kill defenseless fish. Take a fish-savvy friend with you to shop. Step 3 Buy healthy fish. Fish shouldn’t appear “roughed up” or
