If i was to buy a regular fish tank from the pet store, does it matter whether I put fresh water or salt water in it? I want to have a salt water fish tank. Are they special tanks, or will a regular tank from the pet store work for that?
2007-03-25 09:38:59 · 16 answers · asked by xsweetemptashnx 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
A tank is a tank. How you set it up is very different.
2007-03-25 13:47:58 · answer #1 · answered by something_fishy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just a regular fish tank from the pet store will work the type of water that you put in the tank is the important part
2007-03-25 16:44:19 · answer #2 · answered by sexyhun 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The statement, “Regular fish tank” is somewhat ambiguous; the simple answer is yes, the nitrogen cycle works the same in either freshwater or saltwater. The nitrogen cycle is what keeps your fish alive, that, and some basic equipment.
The most basic aquarium can house either freshwater or saltwater fish; however, the longevity and overall health of your saltwater fish could be seriously diminished without additional equipment. There are several aquariums on the market that serve as both freshwater and saltwater ready, but buyers beware. No matter what type aquarium you purchase, your success with either species greatly depends on the source of your fish. Chain stores are notorious for infected and low quality fish; find a specialty store when it comes to your fish.
If this is your first saltwater aquarium it’s best to start with the largest aquarium you can afford, this is not a sales pitch, the more gallons you have the more time you have in case of an emergency. The Nano aquariums are great, but recommended for the seasoned aquarist.
Minimum components:
Bio Filter: Hang on the back, under-gravel, canister, wet-dry.
Air pump: Check PSI
Chemical/Mechanical filter: Cleans, polishes, treats water.
Heater: Inline, submersible, drop-in.
Lighting:
Test kit: PH, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate (Nitrogen cycle)
Water treatment: Remove chlorine from tap water
Gravel Vac:
Books: Go online, you will find more than you ever wanted to know about aquarium fish.
2007-03-25 18:39:24 · answer #3 · answered by bigfishtanks 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
They're the same kind of tank. But, you know that fish can only live in fresh OR salt water, right? Salt-water fish cost alot more, die easier, and are more work. If this is your first tank, just make it a freshwater.
2007-03-25 16:42:13 · answer #4 · answered by Moral Orel 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
From what I know, regular tanks work. The people at the store you get it from should be able to tell you how to maintain it for salt water fish.
2007-03-25 16:42:08 · answer #5 · answered by 2007 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No difference in tanks for the most part. Salt water or "marine" tanks are very hard to take care of. If you don't have any exerience in keeping a tank I would suggest buying a book and/or reading up on it through the net. Oh yea and it's really expensive also.
2007-03-25 16:43:17 · answer #6 · answered by crazy_coastie_girl 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A regular tank will do just fine. We do it all the time. We have even converted freshwater tanks that used to contain goldfish, into beautiful saltwater tanks. The fish cost more, and you can pay a bundle for a good piece of live rock, but it's amazing the way that things just seem to show up sometimes. Good Luck!
2007-03-25 16:42:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Nope! a tank is a tank is a tank. and by the way...HORAY! for salt water newbee!
Ok I'm settled. No it doesn't matter. Even when it comes to the filters. You don't NEED a protein skimmer, although it is nice, you don't NEED a wave maker, and most times you don't.
If you are really interested in salt, let me know. PATIENCE is your ally here. Some differences from fresh, not that many and just as easy.
I am glad to see someone who isn't afraid of taking the step. Iwill help you any way I can. Feel free to email me with any thing you may need.
2007-03-26 16:02:26 · answer #8 · answered by danielle Z 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
yes, a regular fish aquarium from your pet store will work for either fresh or salt water.
2007-03-25 16:47:44 · answer #9 · answered by curiousT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can buy a regular tank, but if you want a salt water tank make sure that you research it alot b/c they take alot of time and money and you will only be able to have saltwater fish in it.
2007-03-25 16:43:00 · answer #10 · answered by stacyloaks 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
um my advise, don't du a salt water tank, if your a beginner, which i guess u are, then just have a basic cheap fresh water tank, there just as great and dont involve hardly any work, if your looking for fist to, then maybe a Betta and some tetras , those r great beginning fish that r beautiful.
2007-03-25 16:42:46 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋