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- How are saltwater fish
- Saltwater Fish Needs
- maidens
- Clown
- gobies
- magenta pseudochromis
- emperor angel fish
- blue surgeon fish
You saltwater fish are an excellent option for those people who don't have a lot of time to dedicate to their pets but want to enjoy the beauty of the fish.
These are little complex animals that live in an aquarium, however if you are new to the world of saltwater fish you will need some information to take care of them. Fish are animals that need a constant and adequate environment, regular food and someone who cares about them.
In this PeritoAnimal article we will explain the basic requirements for saltwater fish as well as an image gallery.
How are saltwater fish
If what you're looking for is information about saltwater fish, then you've come to the right place. At PeritoAnimal we offer you content for beginners in the world of fish so that you can also enjoy a great aquarium, in this case, saltwater fish.
You should know that there are different species of saltwater fish and each species has concrete characteristics, either temperature or environment. Before buying any fish, you should check its specific needs.
Saltwater Fish Needs
Saltwater fish effectively need salty water, which is achieved by mixing 34 grams of salt per liter of water, are special packaging that you will find in specialized stores. Salt levels should be measured regularly with a hygrometer and should be between 1.020 and 1.023.
THE temperature is a very important factor for most saltwater fish. We could place it between 26ºC in a generic way, although as mentioned there are examples with different needs.
You should add elements, gravel and vegetation as you would any other aquarium. The aquarium must be large to accommodate all members without disturbing each other.
In addition, you should inform yourself and locate your new aquarium. a filter for fish hygiene. Thanks to the filter, you won't need to change all the water in your new aquarium in a row and will improve the quality of the environment for your saltwater fish.
Finally, you should place the saltwater aquarium in a place where it receives direct sunlight.
You should also control the levels of pH so that they are at 8.2, the levels of nitrates at 5 ppm and the alkalinity between 2.5 and 3.5 meg/l. Don't worry if you haven't memorized all this information, as pet stores will advise you properly on how to control all these variables properly.
maidens
At maidens are a perfect option for anyone new to saltwater aquariums. These are solitary fish that measure about 7 centimeters and that resist certain changes in the environment.
But it is important to mention that the damsels are a little aggressive with each other and especially with shy fish, for this reason it is essential to use a large aquarium.
Clown
Like the maidens, the famous clown fish it is quite resistant to some changes in the environment, although setting them up is a more delicate task.
This brightly colored saltwater fish lives in coral reefs protected by anemones, which offers them a cleaning service as it removes bacteria from their mouth on a regular basis. This strange friendship highlights the tranquility of the clown fish, with the exception of other clown fish, with which it can become aggressive.
gobies
There are more than 2,000 species of gobies and are ideal for beginners as they are small, measuring about 10 centimeters and we can find them in different shapes and colors. They live in small communities.
In some cases we find cleaning gobies, which feed on the parasites of other fish. In other cases we can speak of symbiotic fish that act defending crustaceans that provide them with shelter and food.
Gobies are quite adaptable to slight changes in temperature and/or environment. You should find out which type is best for you.
magenta pseudochromis
O magenta pseudochromis is a saltwater fish that doesn't need a very large aquarium, is a bit territorial with other small sized fish and needs a habitat with shelter to hide.
These are hermaphroditic fish with very vivid colors that can amaze you and offer a unique aquarium. But remember, you should be well informed before deciding to adopt one.
emperor angel fish
O emperor angel fish it needs an owner with experience in saltwater aquariums, although it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and requested specimens. They don't usually reach 30 centimeters.
It is a solitary fish that adapts to life in captivity and that, well cared for, can reach 10 years of life. It needs a medium to large aquarium and it needs decoration and rocks where it can move freely.
blue surgeon fish
O blue surgeon fish is another specimen that fish lovers admire for its particular colors. They are large in size, usually measuring about 40 centimeters, for this reason they need a large aquarium.
Like angel fish, fish are solitary and live in reefs. Its maintenance is demanding as it needs a stable environment and intense lighting, so it will need an experienced owner to survive.
