Undergravel Filter Aquarium

undergravel filter aquarium

Undergravel filters go... under the gravel! These time-tested war-horses are powered by air and/or powerheads that draw or push the water through the substrate, trapping particles and "speeding-up" biological filtration. Undergravel filters are not a necessity for successful marine aquarium keeping; there are whole countries of aquar

undergravel filter aquarium

Know how to check for the hazard of back-pressure build-up and subsequent inefficiency and failure of your air pump; by disconnecting the air line tubing from the pump and trying to blow through it. If you cant do this easily, neither can you r pump. Periodically (about every month) check and clean, or replace clogged diffusers.

Air Valves: These come in plastic and metal. Do not use metal in or around your tank. They are used to direct the desired amount

I certainly learned that you do not have to follow "the bigger the better maxim" in setting up a reef. Neither do you have to use a sump or have tons of sophisticated expensive equipment. Whatever works for your budget and the well being of the animals you want to keep is enough."

"I cant emphasize enough how much Ive learned from the people in our local Marine Society (the Chesapeake Marine Aquarium Society)

The creation of this list was not based on any type of scientific method, but rather on our own experience with the many aquariums weve installed. Each species on this list, has consistently proven able to tolerate high levels of ammonia and nitrite, for at least six weeks, in hundreds of saltwater aquariums installed by The Aquarium Professionals Group. We have had success with each of the listed species on at least fifty separate occasions, and with some species, many more.

It is important to note, that we h

If your pond is less than 18 inches deep, the fish may freeze during a harsh winter. Check with your local pond supplier if you live in an area with harsh winters.
Some water gardeners with shallow ponds attempt to keep their koi and goldfish in kiddie pools or aquariums set up in a cool basement or garage. This is not recommended because of the extra stress involved in netting, transporting, and re-acclimating the fish to the new e

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hi guys...
since you all wrote that....
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phosphates too high
hello again- Well my 90 gallon predator/reef tank has been up in running for about 7 months. Everything is running smoothly so far- water parameters are nitrate > 20 ppm, nitrite 0ppm, ammonia 0 ppm, .

DIY- Converting my stand into a sump!
I started a new project over the weekend. I thought it was a pretty good idea, so I thought I would share. I have a 120 gallon reef tank. Mostly zoas, a few lps and a few sps. The problem is I have very .

Sea Dragons!!!
Found only in the chilly waters of south Australia, this mysterious relative of the seahorse is so well protected that it can only be seen in a few select public....

Undergravel Filter Aquarium

Java Moss : Vesicularia dubyana