Bacteria - Fish Love it!!

The most important thing to have in your fish tank is beneficial bacteria!!! Without it your fish’s waste, excess food and other organic waste cannot be broken down and can cause high levels of toxicity which can be the main cause of disease in your aquarium.  A nice thick layer of gravel increases the surface area of your tank allowing more space for this beneficial bacteria to grow. Never rinse any of your filter media under the tap as the chlorine in the tap water will kill your bacteria colony. Before adding fresh water to your tank when either topping up from water evaporating or doing a water change always treat it with a water conditioner prior to pouring it in. Try to adjust the pH of the water before adding it to your tank too – less to be adjusting and it helps keep your tank water consistent so your fish are less likely to stress with the change. A biological booster should be added to your tank on a weekly basis to keep it healthy. Come in and have a chat on how to keep the eco system in your aquarium a healthy one!! =]