Saltwater fish are an excellent choice for people who don’t have much time to spend on their pets but want to enjoy the beauty of fish.
These are not very complex animals that live in an aquarium, but if you are a beginner in the world of saltwater fish, you will need some information to take care of it. Fish are animals that need a consistent and adequate environment, a regular diet and a person who cares about them.
- In this Animal Expert article.
- We will explain the basic requirements for marine fish as well as an image gallery.
If you are looking for information about marine fish, you are in the right place. At Animal Expert we offer content for beginners in the world of fish so you can also enjoy a large aquarium, in this case, saltwater fish.
You should know that there are different species of saltwater fish and that each species has specific characteristics, whether it is temperature or environment. Before buying fish, you should check the specific needs of the fish.
Saltwater fish really need, which is achieved by mixing 34 grams of salt for every liter of water, these are special packages that you will find in specialized shops. Salt levels should be measured regularly with a hygrometer and should be between 1,020 and 1,023.
Temperature is a very important factor for most saltwater fish. We could place it generically between 26 degrees Celsius, although, as we mentioned, there are specimens with different needs.
Deverá adicionar elementos, cascalho e vegetação como faria em qualquer outro aquário. O aquário deve ser grande para acolher todos os integrantes sem se incomodarem uns aos outros.
In addition, you should find and place a hygienic fish filter in your new aquarium.With the filter, you won’t need to change all the water in your new aquarium consecutively and this will improve the environmental quality of your saltwater fish.
Finally, you should place the saltwater aquarium in a place where it receives direct sunlight.
Também deverá controlar os níveis de pH para que se encontrem em 8,2, os níveis de nitratos em 5 ppm e a alcalinidade entre 2,5 e 3,5 meg/l. Não se preocupe se não decorou toda esta informação, pois nas lojas de animais irão aconselhá-lo adequadamente como deve controlar todas estas variáveis de forma adequada.
Young girls are a perfect choice for beginners in saltwater aquariums. They are solitary fish that are about 7 centimeters long and are resistant to some changes in the medium.
But it is important to note that young girls are a little aggressive to each other and especially with shy fish, so it is essential to use a large aquarium.
Like girls, the famous clownfish handles some changes in the environment quite well, even if setting them up is a more complicated task.
This brightly colored saltwater fish lives on anemones-protected coral reefs, which offer a cleaning service because it regularly removes bacteria from the mouth. This strange friendship highlights the tranquillity of the clownfish, with the exception of other clownfish, with which it can become aggressive.
There are more than 2000 species of gobes and they are ideal for beginners, as they are small, measure about 10 centimeters and can be found in different shapes and colors. They live in small communities.
In some cases, we find gobic cleaners, which feed on the parasites of other fish. In other cases, we can talk about symbiotic fish that act to defend the crustaceans that provide them with shelter and food.
Gobios are quite adaptable to slight changes in temperature and/or environment. You must find out which guy is best for you.
Pseudochromis magenta is a saltwater fish that does not need a very large aquarium, is a bit territorial with other small fish and needs a habitat with shelters where you can hide.
These are hermaphrodite fish and very bright colors that can surprise you and offer you a unique aquarium. But remember, you must be well informed before you decide to adopt one.
The emperor angelfish needs an experienced owner in saltwater aquariums, although this is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and demanded specimens, which do not usually reach 30 centimeters.
It is a solitary fish that adapts to life in captivity and can be well cared for for up to 10 years. You need a medium to large aquarium and you need decoration and rocks where you can move freely.
The blue surgeon fish is another example that fish lovers admire for their particular colors, they are large, they usually measure about 40 centimeters, so they need a large aquarium.
Like the angelfish, the fish is solitary and lives on the reefs. Its maintenance is demanding because it requires a stable environment and intense lighting, so you’ll need an experienced owner to survive.
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