| Usually freshwater fish are considered to be good | | | | requirements of your fish before you bring them |
| companions for "lazy people" or are | | | | home. Some fish require certain types of food, as |
| "no-maintenance pets." They may like the idea of | | | | well as a particular feeding routine. You should be |
| a pet but perhaps one that you don't have to | | | | especially careful about not over-feeding or |
| interact with as often as others, underestimating | | | | under-feeding your fish, as well. If you are |
| the responsibility of freshwater fish care. Well, fish | | | | undecided about how much food you should give |
| can be the pet for you but it is imperative that | | | | them, don't hesitate in calling the store or person |
| you understand that fish do require a little bit of | | | | you bought the fish from--they will likely be happy |
| maintenance, although not as much as a cat or | | | | to assist you. |
| dog. | | | | Cleaning the fish tank is a very important aspect |
| First before you buy any fish make sure that you | | | | of fish maintenance, yet one that doesn't have to |
| do adequate research concerning the fish of your | | | | be done everyday. The general tip is that one |
| choice; but take your time, as there are many | | | | third of the tank's water should be changed out |
| types of freshwater fish. Make sure you don't put | | | | monthly to ensure that the fish have a clean, |
| various types of aggressive fish in the same tank. | | | | healthy environment. Remember--fish breathe |
| This will lead to an early destruction of your tank. | | | | through the water in the tank, and if it's too dirty, |
| Also when researching the fish you want to make | | | | they won't be able to breath very well. |
| sure to understand what kind of habitat they | | | | If you keep these tips in mind when tending to |
| need. Since we are doing a freshwater tank make | | | | your freshwater aquarium fish, you are sure to |
| sure the fish aren't saltwater fish. This is another | | | | have a wonderful experience with your new |
| guaranteed way to end the life of the fish quickly.. | | | | pet(s). |
| Make sure that you understand the feeding | | | | |