What equipment do i need to have a tropical aquarium eg filters ect?
The very first thing you need to buy is a good tropical fish care book from your local pet shop, and also ask the people in there for their advice, because generally people in local stores know more than those who work in large chains. After that, then you need to consider all of the equipment for the tank a brief list is… The tank itself, A filter (correct size for tank) , A tank hood (correct size), a heater (correct size), Gravel / substrate, tank ornaments, an air pump and stones, water conditioner, water testing kit, fish food, light, and various other Accessories such as an algae cleaner, gravel vacuum, and soft mesh fish net. Other people may recommend other things but this is the absolute basics. As you can see fish keeping is not a cheap or easy hobby or interest. Next you need to consider which breeds of fish you want to keep, (consult your book or internet sites such as thetropicaltank.com). Also think of where you’re going to place the tank? Make sure it’s not near any wi
