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A cold water tank is the easiest type of aquarium to care for and set up because it doesn’t need a lot of work to keep it clean and keep the fish healthy. As the name implies, cold water tanks don’t need to be heated. In the beginning, this saves money. The aquarium will also be a lot easier to keep clean in the long run because of this, as well Keep in mind that only certain coldwater fish can survive in a tank without heat. Most common are goldfish and guppies, but there are a multitude available and you will be able to have an array of fish living in your coldwater tank.

The supplies you will need to set up your aquarium may seem lengthy, but it is actually a much shorter and cheaper list than that of a heated freshwater tank or a saltwater tank. Obviously, the first thing you need is a tank. It’s all about personal choice here as they come in many sizes and shapes. When you purchase the tank, a kit often comes with it and includes some of the other things you may need. Just to make sure, check that you have a filter and an air pump. These are the most important pieces to the whole setup. If you are buying your tank as a kit, make sure it is specified to be a coldwater setup. You will notice that no heater will be included.

It’s time to think about how you want to decorate your tank now that you’ve bought it. Gravel and sand come in many different colors, so you can choose the right one for your project. Accent plants can also be added to make it look more like it came from the ground. Many people add little figures or signs to their aquariums to make them more unique to them. It’s all up to you when it comes to the decor. Make sure you buy a net, an algae scraper, and a conditioner for the water before you go.

As long as you know what might happen if you have a tank with lights, it’s fine. Add light to the tank and you also add heat. Algae thrive in hot places because it likes to grow. If your tank has a light, it won’t hurt it, but it might make it grow more algae. This isn’t very unusual, and it can be quickly cleaned. Your fish will love the light, so it might be best to buy a hood with light. Try to keep the tank out of direct sunlight when you choose where to put it in your home. This will help it stay clean. This, too, will help algae grow, which will make the water look more clear.

When you have your tank set up and the water is stable, you can add fish. Make sure you buy fish that live in cold water for this tank. To find out which fish live in cold water, go to a pet store. As well, they will give you some more advice about the types of fish you are going to buy. Once you add fish, you will have a beautiful underwater scene that you can enjoy for years to come. Every so often, you should clean and take care of your tank. Every two months, the tank should be cleaned from top to bottom. This includes a water change, scraping algae, rinsing the gravel of waste, and changing the filters.

As time goes on, you will figure out how to care for your coldwater aquarium. It’s worth the work to keep the tank clean, because you’ll get a great addition to your home.

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