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Is Your Fish Tank 'Really' Clean?

Common Diseases In Your Fish Tank
This a detail guide on how to clean your fish tank. Apart from just the general guide, there are things that you MUST do and MUST NOT do. Make sure you read this one. Java moss is a very popular aquarium plant since it will adapt to most conditions and require a minimal amount of maintenance. Tropical fish need warm water - here are some tips on getting a good heater that will keep your fish happy.
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How many fish can I keep in my tank?

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Often 1" per gallon is quoted, but this is only a rule of thumb. Many variables come into play here, including the size and dimensions of your tank, whether it has live plants, and what kind of fish you're stocking. 1 inch of kuhli loach is going to be much less on the bioload than 1 inch of goldfish. Larger fish make more waste than small fish, and generally, you can overstock when you're keeping small schooling fish like tetras.
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How many fish can I put in my tank?

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The number offish that you can fit in your tank is determined by the size, temperament, and eating habits of your fish. The larger the tank, the more fish it will hold proportionally. A one inch fish will require three gallons of water. After one inch, allow approximately two and one half gallons per inch of fish. Remember this is a rough guideline, not a rule. For instance a 30-inch ribbon eel will take up about 20 gallons of tank space, a 30-inch shark would require about 100 gallons.
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Do I need a quarantine tank for new fish?

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Quarantining new fish is a good habit for all aquaria, but is not absolutely necessary for success. Quarantining is simply keeping a fish in a separate tank for long enough to be certain that it is disease free. Many beginners do fine without a quarantine tank, and object to the cost of another setup.
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Table Aquarium FAQs
The smaller the fish the more you can have in the aquarium. When buying the fish ask how many can live in the size tank you have. Don't get all your fish the same day! Always start out with a few fish for the first few weeks and gradually add as desired (without overloading the aquarium).
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Fish? You mean I can really toss my dog a whole fish?

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Absolutely...head, tail, body...the whole thing! Just be sure to check inside the fish for any hook that may have been forgotten to be removed. Fish is not a substitute for an RMB meal, but it can be fed a couple of times a week. One reason for this is the thiaminase enzyme in fish...it destroys thimaine (Vitamin B1). Fish especially rich in thiaminase are herring, capelin, suckers, smelts and various carp species, a total of some 50 species, most of which live in fresh water.
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Who Can Clean Out My Tank?

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All the precious rainwater is kept in your tank and only the rubbish is removed in the cleaning process. However, hanging on to water in very poor condition only serves to contaminate fresh water.
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How often do I clean the tank?

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If you do not overcrowd the tank and do not over feed the fish, you can treat the coffee table aquarium as a normal tank. Once a month remove 10% of the water and add fresh "aged" water. Some areas of the country require bottled or "RO" water for aquariums. Check with your local pet store for more information.
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How do I clean off the white chalky deposits on the top of the tank without hurting my fish?

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Obviously, never ever use soaps or toxic detergents (including undiluted bleach) in the fishtank. A good alternative for removing the white deposits (caused by alkaline calcium deposits, usually from tap water) is to try a a little white or apple cider vinegar. You can also try scrubbing the more stubborn spots with rock salt and an unused (soap-free) brillo pad.
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What is the most amount of fish that I can put in my tank?

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Specifically, not an easy question to answer because it really depends on the species and the environment you are putting them in. But as a general rule, for the average filtration system to date, I recommend 1 inch of fish per 1 gallon of tank water for freshwater tanks, and 3 inches of fish per 1 gallon of tank water for saltwater aquariums. Again, as a general rule of thumb. Consult us or your local fish shop for what's recommended for your tank.
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Will you clean the fish I catch?

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I will clean SOME of the fish you catch. I will clean & bag up to a limit of the following fish: Speckled trout, redfish, pompano, Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, & flounder. Any others are subject to negotiation.
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Will you clean our fish for us?

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They sure do. They speak English very good. That’s a joke for all those English majors out there.
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There is no additional charge for cleaning fish on our boats. All Fish are cleaned and bagged for you.
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The Captain or the mate or both will clean [ filet ] and bag your fish. Custom Cleaning will have a small fee such as steaking etc..
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Yes, your guide will filet your catch and either put it in a bag for you to take to where you are staying to package yourself or eat. We can also arrange for custom processing with several businesses in the local area that specialize in vacuum sealing and preparing for shipment on the airlines with you or via Fed Ex / UPS. Many of our clients also choose to exchange part of their catch for various kinds of smoked salmon that the processor prepares.
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Are cockroaches really members of the Carp (fish) Family?

A cockroach and a carp are in two different Phyla. The cockroach is an Arthropod and the carp is a Vertebrate. The closest traditional link is that they are both in the Animal Kingdom.
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What kinds of fish are beneficial for a reef tank?

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Reef tanks should be devoid of most butterflies, angels, triggers, parrot fish and other coral eaters. Sand sifters such as watchman gobies, invertebrates which stir the sand are helpful.
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How many fish can I keep in the quarantine tank?

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This is largely dependant on how long you intend to keep the fish in the system. For a short quarantine of 24 hours you are only limited by the oxygen in the system and this should be carefully monitored. The addition of an air pump is recommended for particularly heavy short term stocking.
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What size tank to spawn my fish in?

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My personal preference is a 10 gallon tank, half filled. Yes you can use smaller but my choice is for a good reason: it makes critical maintenance as the fry grow a lot easier. With this method you can add (heated/clean) a gallon of water per week until the fry are big enough that you can do some siphoning in the tank. It's critically important to add new water so ammonia buildup does not kill your fry.
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How long before i can put fish in my tank?

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This is an easy question. It is too bad so many sources give bad info. Many sites tell you to wait 3 weeks until you have cycled your tank. THAT is not true. You cannot cycle a tank without fish if you are using biological filtration. There are some exceptions with reef-only systems. The easy answer is: add a very small amount of expendable fish 1 or 2 days after you set up the tank. You can add more fish, and sensitive fish after the 3 week cycle.
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HOW MANY FISH AM I ALLOWED TO HAVE IN A TANK?

Aquaponics Australia - Aquaponics Frequently Asked Questions
Again this will depend on whether the system is a commercial or backyard system, with the commercial systems requiring the correct amount of fish and plants for optimum production. The more fish there are in a system, the more nutrients there are for the plants to consume, but if there are not enough plants to consume these nutrients, the excess build up in the water can cause the plants and the fish to suffer.
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How often should I clean the holding tank?

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After every pump out we recommend you clean the tank with fresh water and one of those enzyme cleaners or “Odorloss”. Coast Guard regulations tell us we must use the tank. Considering what we put into it, it requires attention to keep it clean.
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How often do I need to clean the boiling tank?

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It all depends on the hardness of your feed water. If you are using a water softener, it may never scale up and cleaning the surface areas may not be necessary. If you have hard water, then you should clean the boiling tank whenever the metal surface of the heating element is no longer visible because of scale cover.
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How do I keep my tank water clean?

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Primarily, keep your gutters clean. This will ensure plant matter such as leaves will not end up rotting away at the bottom of your tank and contaminating your water. Secondly, reduce sunlight infiltration into your rainwater tank. This will inhibit the growth of algae. If a manhole/access cover is fitted to your tank, ensure that it always in place. Thirdly, have your tank regularly cleaned by a professional tank cleaner. Please refer to Tank Care and Maintenance for more information.
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Is it necessary to Dig the Tank to Clean it?

Septic 101
Yes, except for systems that have a riser or manhole installed over top of the septic tank access port. How Often Should Our Septic Tank be Cleaned? The Department of Health and Environmental Safety recommends a septic tank be cleaned every 3 to 5 years (depends on usage). Frequent use of a garbage disposal puts more hard material and grease in the tank, which shortens the time span between tank cleanings.
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Can a tank be cleaned through a clean-out?

Septic 101
No. A clean-out is used to unstop a line from outside of the house and is generally placed within a couple of feet from the house. A tank can be cleaned through a 4: x 6: pipe installed over the tank lid which is called a riser. However, we do not recommend this method of clean-out. In case of an emergency, a riser dos not allow for easy access to the tank lid.
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