Responsible Fishkeeping: An Introduction
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Brian French gave a presentation on responsible fishkeeping. He discussed the necessary equipment for an aquarium, including lighting, substrate, decorations, filtration systems, and test kits. He explained the different types of filtration and filters. French also covered stocking the aquarium, including compatible species based on temperature, pH, and temperament. He outlined the nitrogen cycle and how to cycle a new tank. Finally, he discussed daily, weekly, and bi-monthly maintenance needed to care for the fish and keep the aquarium healthy.
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- 2. Equipment
- 7. Filtration TYPES OF FILTRATION Mechanical Chemical Biological TYPES OF FILTERS Canisters Wet/Dry Hang-on-back (HOB) © Badman's Tropical Fish
- 8. Other Requirements FOOD Fish Flakes Spirulina Flakes (Algae) Sinking discs and pellets Floating pellets DECHLORINATOR CHEMICAL TEST KIT
- 9. Other Requirements Gravel Vacuum Large Bucket Net Aquarium Sponge Supply of Handtowels
- 18. CYCLING © Badman's Tropical Fish
- 19. CYCLING © Badman's Tropical Fish
- 20. CYCLING HOW TO CYCLE 1. Add hearty fish to new tank 2. Test Daily 3. Change Water GOAL Ammonia 0 ppm Nitrite 0 ppm Nitrate 5-10 ppm
- 21. MAINTENANCE DAILY Give them light - Feed them Check the temperature
- 22. MAINTENANCE WEEKLY 50% Water Change © Badman's Tropical Fish
- 23. MAINTENANCE TWICE MONTHLY Gravel Vacuum Rinse/Clean Filtration System
- 24. CAN YOU COMMIT? Equipment Responsible Stocking Time and Maintenance