Creating an Eco-Friendly Aquarium
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Maintaining your own tank of tropical fish is a delightful pastime. It can be so soothing to see those graceful finned creatures swimming back and forth. Some of us discover that we much prefer to wind down at the end of the day by watching them rather than surfing the net or sitting in front of the TV set. An aquarium can also be seen as a living decoration in a room, an amazing moving display of shapes and colors.
Of course, many would-be aquarium owners are hesitant to buy a commercial fish tank and contribute their money to companies that practice destructive fish harvesting methods. Some companies capture tropical fish using cyanide to stun them, and because of this practice over half the fish captured ultimately die. In addition, the coral reefs in which these fish live are also damaged.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you enjoy this relaxing and rewarding hobby without causing damage to the environment. There are many ways to help ensure that yours is an eco-friendly, yet beautiful aquarium that poses no harm to fish or the world around us.
1) The fish you buy for your aquarium should be ones that have been bred in captivity, not caught in the wild. You can rest assured knowing that no damage to the fish's natural habitat was caused when your fish was brought to you. Many resources available on the Internet can help you find fish that are bred in captivity.
2) If the aquarium you own is a saltwater aquarium, contact your local aquarium hobbyists club. You can gain a lot of information from them about breeding tropical fish and plants in captivity. You can also find out information about sources for captive-bred fish.
3) Consider getting a freshwater aquarium, which is a lot easier to care for, than a marine aquarium. You are also going to find that over 90% of fish that are kept in freshwater aquariums are bred in captivity. It is possible to find freshwater fish that are just as exotic and beautiful as marine fish.
4) Before making a decision on which fish to purchase, make sure to ask where it came from. If your local pet shop does not know, it is a good idea to find a place that is more environmentally friendly or perhaps look into a specialty aquarium shop.
For a highly rewarding hobby, many people decide to buy an aquarium and keep fish. If cared for correctly, your fish will give you hours of pure delight and contentment. Another plus is that watching fish is good for both relaxation and reducing stress. Your stress level can be lowered even further by choosing to populate your tank with environmentally friendly fish.
Making sure that you raise your fish in an eco-friendly aquarium home means that you are doing your part to protect endangered coral reefs or tropical fish. Best of luck and have fun with your new aquarium!
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