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Have you ever stood in front of a newly purchased fish tank, hoping but hesitant: it would take days for the new tank to open and feed the fish? Does the water look clear and transparent to get out of the fish? Today, we're going to take you into the whole process of the new tank, and we're going to make your fish tank a paradise for the fish
First of all: cleaning and disinfecting, are you really doing the right thing
The first step is not to put fish in the water, but to clean and disinfect it completely. You might ask why the fish tank looks so clean. The answer is simple: new tanks may have residual dust, grease or even bacteria during production, transport, which are potential threats for fish. Use diluted potassium permanganate solution or specialized fish tank disinfectant to fully wipe the cask inside and outside and ensure that no bacterial and no harm is done in every corner. They were then washed repeatedly with water until there was no residual disinfectant。
Question time: what method is your fish tank disinfected? Let's share your experience
Water consumption phase: water quality balance, key to fish survival
After cleaning and disinfection, it's going to be a major event for water. Do not think that it is sufficient to be directly associated with piped water, where harmful substances such as chlorine, heavy metals and so on, are the enemy of fish. The correct approach is to insert dechloricides (e. G. Water quality stabilizers) for 24 hours in order to fully volatilize chlorine. At the same time, the opening of the filtering system and the circulation of currents have helped to establish the initial nitrification system。
During the next few days, changes in water quality are observed on a daily basis and nitrogated bacteria are updated in due course. Nitrification bacteria are unknown heroes in fish tank ecology that transform fish excreta, food residues into harmless nitrates and maintain clean water quality. However, it is important to bear in mind that the establishment of nitrification systems usually takes 7-14 days, or even longer, depending on the size of the fish tank, the efficiency of filtering and the amount of nitrification bacteria added。
Question: how long did it take for your nitrification system to be in place? Have any challenges been encountered during this period? Come to the comment section
Water quality testing: data talking, science fish
Water quality testing is an essential part of the process of waiting for a nitrification system to be established. Indicators such as ph, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, etc. Are regularly detected using a water quality test pen or reagent box. Ideally, water quality should be stable between 6. 5 and 7. 5 ph, with ammonia and nitrite approaching 0 ppm and nitrate remaining at a low level (generally no more than 50 ppm)。
If abnormal water quality, such as ammonia or nitrite, is found to indicate that the nitrite system is not complete, it should not be rushed to fish release. Measures such as increasing the frequency of water exchange, supplementing the nitrite bacteria and reducing the amount of food fed should be taken immediately until the water quality is achieved。
Question time: what are your most important indicators of water quality testing? Why? The comment section says what you think
Iv. Final preparation for fish release: a gradual transition for fish
When water quality indicators are stable and ideal, congratulations. But wait, there is a final step — gradually adapting to the new environment. The fish that is to be placed in a plastic bag containing the original water tank will be sealed and put in a fish tank for at least 30 minutes, allowing the fish to adapt to the new temperature and quality of water。
This step is crucial, because even small temperature differentials or changes in water quality can put enormous pressure on fish, causing disease or even death. After the adaptation process has been completed, the fish are carefully pushed into the fish tank with the water in the bag, avoiding direct impact。
Question time: what little episode did you encounter when you were playing fish? How did you solve it? Come and comment on the experience
Summarizing: new tatters open to water, patience and science go hand in hand
It's a new tank that's going to feed water. It's a simple one. It tests the patience, care and respect for science of fish farmers. Remember that good and bad water quality is directly related to the health and well-being of fish, and do not rush. Through proper clean disinfection, scientific water harvesting, rigorous water quality testing and careful preparation of fish for release, your fish tank can become a paradise for fish。
Finally, it is important not to forget to maintain the fish tank on a regular basis, to maintain the stability of water quality and to sustain the pleasure of fish farming。
