- When selecting a location for your aquarium make sure
that it is on a sturdy piece of furniture capable of handling
the weight of an aquarium. With large aquariums you will
also need to be sure that the floor can handle the weight
because when filled with water then can weigh a fair bit.
- Do not place the aquarium in a place where it will receive
excess sunlight. Sunlight will definetely increase the rate
at which algae grows in your tank, requiring frequent cleanings
of the aquarium. The incoming sunlight will also make it
difficult to maintain an appropriate temperature inside
the aquarium. In order to ease the process of maintaining
a stable temperature place the tank away from windows, doors,
vents and radiators.
- Place the tank in an area that does not have people walking
around it all the time or in an area in which doors are
opened or closed. All of these actions cause vibrations
which will disturb your tropical fish. Fish are very sensitive
to vibrations in the water and it can cause them considerable
discomfort.
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