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with or without a source of beneficial microbes, C) And/or some "food" as a source of decomposing ammonia to instigate bacterial immobilization.

At point "2" enough ammonia is being converted by bacteria that have been intentionally or accidentally introduced to the system to detect the presence of the nitrification product, nitrite. Point "3" denotes the beginning of Nitrobacter activity with "4" marking the detectabl

DO NOT place any more ammonia/nitrite producing livestock, and DO NOT feed the system. Its far better for your livestock to go w/o feeding than be subjected to further poisoning.

Conclusion:

"What", I can hear you thinking, "is this all there is"? Simple enough. Certainly there are other approaches to nitrogen, nutrient cycling You can find "fuller", more detailed explanations and input on the Internet, general books on marine aquarium keeping and specialty hobbyist magazines. Dont let the issue of cycling t

Okay, Ill admit it; I like the bubbles, and they move a lot of water for not much energy consumed.

Thermal Control:

Every system should have a heater, unless its a truly "cold" water system requiring the use of a chiller year-round. About two to three watts per gallon in the way of a heater is recommended, unt

Explore garden pond outlets, books and other sources for products and concepts that can be adapted for large aquaria.

Protein skimmers are also highly recommended for big marine systems. In fact, they are so efficient at nutrient export that water quality will benefit immeasurably with two skimmers in operation. The suggestion is to keep two unique styles (venturi, airstone, injection, or aspirated) because different skimmer designs can extract different qualities of skimmate. Alternate or stagger cleaning and

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The implications for captive saltwater systems and aquarists are clear. "High", stable water quality is requisite in maintaining a healthy marine microcosm. Tied in with these notions is the effect of size; volume is important. Obviously, "the bigger the better" hold

Complimentary Goldfish
I've heard of people traveling with dogs, cats, and even an occasional fish. But this Chicago hotel takes vacationing with pets to a new level. They will provide a goldfish....

Hitchhikers !! Part 1 & 2
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A living background in the aquarium

java moss

Java Moss : Vesicularia dubyana

The aquarium background is one of the most challenging decoration.