The Amazon River
The
amazon river is the second-largest tiver in the world. There are over
2,100 species of fish recognized in the amazon River, with more being
discovered each year. It is a very diverse habitat. In this article I
will tell you how to bring a tiny part of this river home, and make a
proper amazon themed tank with amazonian fish.
Tank "mechanics"
When
setting up a tank you will need the following must-have items to keep
the 'mechanical' part of the aquarium up and running:
When you have the proper aquarium, you can give it a healthy, natural amazon theme. You can use plants, driftwoods, stones, specific gravel, and specific fish.
- A glass aquarium
- A filter
- Air stone, Air pump
- Undegravel filter (optional)
- Tank cleaning materials
- Water conditioner
When you have the proper aquarium, you can give it a healthy, natural amazon theme. You can use plants, driftwoods, stones, specific gravel, and specific fish.
Brasilian Water Ivy
Plants
How to keep plants healthy: Pick out a brown,
natural colored sand or gravel subtrate, so the roots of the plants can
spread, and the plants can be healthy. Specific store bought subtrates
are usually provided to help out plants' growth.
CO2 for plants is usually added into the water by fish respiration, and plants release the CO2 for fish to breathe. CO2 is very important for plants in aquariums, and to keep them green and healthy. You can artificially add CO2 by using a CO2 system if you want.
Lighting for planted aquariums is important. Most amazon river plants need moderate to bright light. Use a hood for the tank to provide enough light. Hoods also prevent fish from jumping out.
Plant nutrients include nitrogen and phosphorous from fish food and waste and potassium that we add through the addition of ferts. Some trace elements including calcium, magnesium, and iron are also essential. Fertilizer can be added to the substrate (the Azoo Plant Grower is what I use) to keep the plants healthy.
Where to put the plants: Put large aquarium plants near the back of the tank, and at the sides to make it look more planted and green. Shorter plants should go in the front of the aquarium. Always leave a swimming space in the middle of the aquarium for the fish to swim.
Good Amazon Plants to consider:
CO2 for plants is usually added into the water by fish respiration, and plants release the CO2 for fish to breathe. CO2 is very important for plants in aquariums, and to keep them green and healthy. You can artificially add CO2 by using a CO2 system if you want.
Lighting for planted aquariums is important. Most amazon river plants need moderate to bright light. Use a hood for the tank to provide enough light. Hoods also prevent fish from jumping out.
Plant nutrients include nitrogen and phosphorous from fish food and waste and potassium that we add through the addition of ferts. Some trace elements including calcium, magnesium, and iron are also essential. Fertilizer can be added to the substrate (the Azoo Plant Grower is what I use) to keep the plants healthy.
Where to put the plants: Put large aquarium plants near the back of the tank, and at the sides to make it look more planted and green. Shorter plants should go in the front of the aquarium. Always leave a swimming space in the middle of the aquarium for the fish to swim.
Good Amazon Plants to consider:
- Broad-leaved Dwarf Amazon Sword
- Brasilian Water Ivy
- Water Stargrass
- water minfoil, christmas tree plant
- Mayaca vandelli
- Pygmy Chain Swoardplant
- Red Amazon
- New Zeland grass plant
- Red copper leafed Alternanthera
Driftwood
Benifits of Driftwood: Driftwood
has many uses and benifits in an aquarium, besides giving it a natural,
amazon look. Driftwood can be used to anchor (tie) aquarium plants to,
if the specific plant needs that. Driftwood also lowers pH levels
considerably, to where amazonian fish will thrive in. Driftwood also
creates a slightly acidic environment which amazonian fish also thrive
in. Driftwood also provides hiding space for fish when they need it.
Tannins: Even though tannins aren't bad for an aquarium, they stain your water yellow. Most people don't want yellow water and seek to get rid of tannins. The first procedure is to boil the driftwood. Secondly you can put the driftwood in a bucket, and change out the water once every 2 days. Thirdly, you can just put it in the aquarium and do water changes more often
Finding Driftwood: never buy driftwood from a normal, non pet store, because they usually spray their pieces wth harmful chemicals. You can find driftwood in the wild but it may be unsafe, as the piece could be rotted of contain algae growth. The best place to buy driftwood is from local pet stores, as they will always be safe for your water.
Tannins: Even though tannins aren't bad for an aquarium, they stain your water yellow. Most people don't want yellow water and seek to get rid of tannins. The first procedure is to boil the driftwood. Secondly you can put the driftwood in a bucket, and change out the water once every 2 days. Thirdly, you can just put it in the aquarium and do water changes more often
Finding Driftwood: never buy driftwood from a normal, non pet store, because they usually spray their pieces wth harmful chemicals. You can find driftwood in the wild but it may be unsafe, as the piece could be rotted of contain algae growth. The best place to buy driftwood is from local pet stores, as they will always be safe for your water.
Rummy nose Tetra
Discus
Amazon Aquarium Fish
Popular Common, easy to care for, smaller species
- Most types of tetra (Favorites: Rummy Nose, Neon, White or black skirt tetra, Buenos Aires tetra, Bloodfin Tetra, harlequin Rosabora)
- Corydoras
- Guppies
- Hatchet Fish
- Pencil Fish
- Angelfish
- German Blue Rams, Dwarf Rams
- Bristle nose Plecos
- Silver Dollars
- Discus
- Piranhas
- Common Pleco
- Pacu
Silver Hatchet Fish
Safe Links to Amazon Plants
- Freshwater Aquarium Plant Care; Substrate, Ferts, CO2, and Lighting.
Planted Aquarium Information; Substrate, bio available carbon (CO2), Nutrients (Fertilizers), GH, KH, pH, lighting, aquarium plants resources, Algae Control, popular algae eaters (Oto Catfish, Snails, Shrimp). Expanded CO2 generator/reactor help as w - Amazon Biotope
Amazon Biotope plant list
Safe links to Driftwood Information
- Importance of Driftwood in Aquariums | eHow.com
Importance of Driftwood in Aquariums. Planted freshwater aquariums require natural driftwood for optimum beauty and function. Driftwood enhances water quality and creates a suitable, natural habitat for freshwater fish and...
Safe Links to Amazon Fish
- Amazon Rift Aquarium
Information on Amazonian Fiah, tank setup, and other information. - Amazon Biotope Aquarium
How to set-up, stock and maintain an aquarium that replicates the Amazon watershed. - Amazon Aquariums, Discus Fish, and Reverse Osmosis Water.
Amazon Aquariums with the Tropical Fish from the Amazon River Rain Forest, often called Amazonia.
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