Aquarium Types and Sizes

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We hope at the end of this post you will be more enlightened about the best aquarium types and sizes.

Here are some aquarium sizes:

Basic Aquarium Sizes:

Aquarium size (gallon)	Dimension (cm)	Blank weight (kg)
2.5 gallon	30 × 15 × 20	1.5
5 gallon	40 × 20 × 25	3.0
10 gallon	50 × 25 × 30	5.0
15 gallon	60 × 30 × 30	10.0

Freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquarium

Freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquarium supplies can be found in a aquarium shop or anyone that deals in fish tank supplies.

Many aquariums supplies on sale here are cheaper because they are either sold in bulk or some suppliers have overstocked.

There are also used fish tanks for sale and discount aquarium supplies that are in good conditions which you are able to find here.

So whether you are a professional looking for complete fish supplies, aquarium decorations, aquarium filtration, aquarium equipment, aquarium rocks, marineaquarium supplies, reef aquarium supplies or even unique fish tanks for your tropical fish shop, or just someone who just picked up the
hobby and looking for fish tanks for beginners, here are some tips and information to help you select the right freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquariums.

Tips to help you find freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquarium supplies:

1. Make sure that you know the specifications and requirement of your fish aquarium tank before you buy them.

It is important that you do a little planning first before setting up the aquarium and before you commit to the dream aquarium you are looking for.

Think about the type of fish you want to keep and how much space is required.

If you are planning to keep salt water fishes, then you may won’t want to end up with freshwater fish tanks but a salt water aquarium instead.If you intend to keep small freshwater fishes, then buy small freshwater aquarium or fish tanks for a start to understand the fish and it’s
rearing process better.

Measure your own space and see if the aquarium setup can fit into the space and will it cause inconvenience in the
house.

Have plans for aquarium ornaments and aquarium accessories like aquarium rocks, aquarium plants, aquarium gravel, live rocks, aquarium
lighting, aquarium lighting kits, aquarium air pump and fish tank filters.

You have to also take into account the space required for aquarium maintenance, like when you are changing the fish tank water.

If you have kids running around the house, think about the safety for both your children and the fish before setting up the aquarium.

You may also need to plan for fish tank table or aquarium furniture that can match your freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquariums

2. After you have determined what kind of fish tank you want, you can start shopping for online aquarium supplies.

Whether is for saltwater aquarium supplies or freshwater aquarium supplies, the internet is the easiest place to find a huge variety of cheap aquariums and cheap fish tank supplies online.

You can also compare prices of the freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquariums easily and the pictures of the fish tanks can give you a better idea on how it is going to fit your room.

Shopping online also means most of the shipping and delivery of the aquariums tanks will be done for you right to the doorstep.

Some of these fish aquariums can be huge and bulky and may need the professionals to move freshwater aquarium or saltwater aquarium in for you.

3. Consider buying used fish tanks or used fish aquarium tanks. Some fish enthusiasts lose interest after a while or when they move house.

They may want to get rid of the aquarium kits and fishes as fast as they got them.

Others may find the process of keeping and maintaining the aquarium tank too tedious and time consuming.

So look for deals like these to help you save some money.

Those in a hurry to sell their fish tanks and fish tank supplies are going to reduce prices to draw in the buyers.

So you can look out for these cheap aquariums and cheap fish tanks on auctions sites.

Monitor the advertisements and see if the seller is still unable to sell their fish tanks.

You can then contact them directly and negotiate until the price is low enough and right for your budget.

Types of Freshwater Aquariums and Saltwater Aquarium

Basically all fish aquariums and tanks are similar, unless you ordered custom acrylic aquariums or custom fish tanks. For example, a tropical
fish aquarium is no different from a saltwater aquarium or a coral reef aquarium.

The thing to keep in mind when buying an aquarium online or from the marketplace is whether the fishes you intend to keep is suitable for the aquarium.

If you are thinking of a arowana, don’t even think of a fish bowl. Similarly if you are considering a Betta fish, then forget about a 3 feet long aquarium ! Unless you are thinking of breeding the fishes, then finding a suitable size aquarium is relatively easy.

Here are some pictures to help you picture the freshwater aquarium or saltwater aquarium in your house with the fishes you intend to keep.

Goldfish Aquarium

As you can see, this goldfish tank is quite a good looking one with the goldfishes swimming comfortably in the aquarium.

This goldfish tank is much more suitable than a fish bowl when you have at least 10 goldfishes.

Don’t forget to put in the airpump when you are planning for a bigger goldfish aquarium.

Betta Fish Tank | Betta Fish Aquarium

Like we mentioned earlier, you won’t want to put your Betta fish in a aquarium thats build for the Goldfish.

Betta fish do not swim and move as much as the Goldfish, so having a big aquarium may not be suitable for the fish and the owner.

You would be wasting resources and your fish supplies if you have decided to buy one.

Here is one that shows the ideal tank size if you are thinking of shopping for a betta fish tank.

Cichlids aquarium

Cichlids fishes are very colorful fishes to display at home for your own viewing pleasure.

If you are planning to shop for a aquarium for your Cichlids, then consider one that is big with good lightings and ample space for aquarium rocks and sand.

That way you can plan for a good aquarium landscape and give the Cichlids a comfortable home.

Discus fish aquarium

The Discus fish can grow up to an average size of about 10-15 cm. So you probably want a bigger tank for the Discus fishes if you are shopping for an aquarium.

If you buy a small tank now for the Discus, you may need to change later should you add more fishes and should the
Discus grow bigger.

To give a comfortable space plus some room for rocks and gravel. then you may want to buy a bigger discus aquarium.

But make sure you take your measurements first and the aquarium should fit nicely in the room or hall.

Guppy Aquarium

Buying a guppy aquarium is a lot easier. All depends on how many guppy fishes you intend to keep.

The more you intend to keep and breed, the bigger your tank should be. But bear in mind that the bigger the tank is, the more aquarium supplies you need.

Which also means more work and more water for the fish. Some of the aquariums on sale here are unique fish tanks that is able to keep your guppies and fit your home deco at the same time.

Some of these cool fish tanks are colorful and cute enough to be placed in between book shelves.

Angelfish aquarium

This is a beautiful fish aquarium for the Angelfish. If you are planning to buy a aquarium online or from the shop, then consider a tank this size.

Koi Aquarium

Kois are very big fishes. You are probably better off buying a pond or a big tub for these fishes.

Koi need lots of space, so unless you can afford a big tank, then consider other fishes instead. If you really like the fish, then one or two Koi fish in a tank would be all you can keep.

Give it some space and you will have a happy Koi. The size of the tank you plan to buy will affect your purchasing decision which in turn will affect the well being of the fishes.

Space does affect the health of the fish. But everything still depends on your budget.

Set the budget first then plan how much you intend to spend on every part of the fish keeping hobby including the tank, the lights, the food, the rocks and the maintenance.

Oscar aquarium

If money is not an issue and you have a big room to display your fishes, then you can buy an aquarium about this size where you can keep almost any fish you want.

But make sure the fishes are compatible before you house them altogether.

This tank keeps a variety of fishes including the Oscars.

How to Buy and Check Your Freshwater Aquariums and Saltwater Aquarium

You are excited about the aquarium you are about to buy. But how can you make sure that what you bring home does not disappoint you and the
fishes?

Here are some guidelines on checking your aquarium or fish tank before you bring it home.

You might conisder these:

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Rule number one : Check the corners of the aquarium. These could be breakable areas on the aquarium.

Big and heavy aquariums are prone to damage if they have been tipped and rested on a corner first instead of being lifted up horizontally.

The result can be disastrous when the glass breaks into fragments which may remain compressed in place.

It may just crack over time and then your tank will just fall into pieces.

Rule number two : Check the joints between the glass panels to ensure that there is an even coverage of silicone sealant.

If an area has been missed, the tank is likely to leak.

Do not attempt to cut away any apparently surplus seaplant, as this may seriously weaken the joints.

Excess sealant may look ugly, but it will be unnoticeable against the substrate when the aquarium is complete.

Rule number three : Larger tanks should be made from thicker glass. Aquariums more than about 60 cm long require spacer bars to reinforce
the structure.

These are broad glass struts held in place with silicone sealant.

Make sure that the edges of the spacer bars are not rough, otherwise you may cut yourself when servicing the tank.

Covering the edges with plastic strips will avoid this risk.

Be careful when attempting to transport your freshwater aquarium and saltwater aquarium home yourself because fish tanks can be bulky and weight quite a bit.

You can tape polystyrene protectors over the vulnerable edges.

When carrying the tank, always support it from beneath with your hands, irrespective of its size.

Lay the aquarium on soft material in the car to prevent it from being scratched, and make sure that it cannot slide around.

Do not lay the aquarium on the leather seats of your car as the edges may just scar your car seats.

Keeping fishes as pets is a fun and relaxing activity for anyone.

Nothing beats looking at those colorful fishes swimming in your beautiful aquariums.

Hope you find the tips on freshwater aquariums and saltwater aquariums useful.

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