Choosing A Saltwater Fish Tank

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What to Look For in a Saltwater Fish Tank

The decision to purchase a saltwater or marine fish tank for your home or office should not be taken lightly. Marine fish will have requirements far greater than freshwater fish. However, once you've decided to purchase a saltwater aquarium you'll be rewarded with a stunning range of tropical and reef fish to choose from.

A 30-gallon saltwater aquarium is probably the smallest tank you should consider. A fish tank of this size will provide sufficient surface area to allow adequate exchange of oxygen into the water and to provide a comfortable swimming environment for your fish.

The oxygen supply in the water together with the water temperature will determine the success or otherwise of your fish keeping hobby. Tropical saltwater fish require a water temperature of about 75 degrees F. The warmer water in the saltwater aquarium will tend to deplete the oxygen in the water which means that the surface area becomes important. The addition of aeration equipment is usually desirable to increase the oxygen concentration. Aeration can usually be provided in conjunction with your filtration equipment.

Saltwater fish tanks are available in both acrylic and glass. There are advantages and disadvantages to both. Some of the advantages of glass aquariums are

• Glass fish tanks are usually cheaper than acrylic tanks

• Glass fish tanks are more scratch resistant than acrylic tanks

• Glass fish tanks won't discolor with age

• Glass fish tanks won't require as much brace support as acrylic tanks although the stand needs to be able to support a great weight

Advantages of acrylic fish tanks

• Acrylic fish tanks are lighter in weight than glass fish tanks

• Acrylic fish tanks can be custom made in a shape to suit your home

• Acrylic fish tanks are less likely to break

• Acrylic fish tanks can be purchased online

Setting Up Your Saltwater Fish Tank

Bringing your new saltwater fish tank home from the store is only the first step. Never be tempted to purchase fish at the same time that you acquire your aquarium. There are many steps to complete prior to introducing fish to their new home.
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