ktkn
Aquarium Advice Newbie
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- Oct 18, 2008
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Hi, I'm new to aquariums and this forum. I really know nothing about how to sustain an aquarium, etc. I have read some of the posts, especially the stickys, which have been helpful but just wanted to ask more people about my particular situation and see what insight they can offer.
Before I go on, when I mean insight, I hope it is constructive at least. I can already imagine the fish enthusiasts go wild because they wished everybody had the same setup as them and that everybody was looking for the same things when it comes to aquarium.
Me: My number one priority is convenience. Yes I know, I can already hear the grunts and moans of the people that change their water on a daily basis. No, I do not want to do that. I will change the water, but as infrequently as required. Therefore, I am looking for a setup and fish that is as easy to maintain as possible.
Aquarium: It's a 2.2 Gallon Wall Mount Aquarium that looks like a picture frame hung on your wall. Wow, yes, only 2.2 Gallons (anybody faint yet)? I'm sure a lot of people hate those here cause they probably seem more like toys than real aquariums. Anyways, I've always liked aquariums, and I'm sure I'll get a massive one later on, but for now, this is what I want and what I have.
I've had my aquarium for quite a while now; it's been empty for a couple of months because I haven't had the time to do more research about how to take care of fish or even what fish to get. Aesthetics to me is most important about buying a fish, but with that, I know I need to get a fish that suits my lifestyle which ultimately means easy to maintain. I was thinking of getting 2 bubble-eye goldfish (that's what the aquarium store recommended), any kind of small goldfish. However, they were really small at the store, but I thought I remember seeing them to be quite big. However, I'm not sure because I have heard that if you have a small tank, the fish don't grow as big (is that a wivestale)?
I don't prefer to spend alot of money on the tank, but I will spend and get what is absolutely required.
I would really really really appreciate your input on how to get started and what kind of fish to get and other than the filter, what I need. Thank you very much for all your knowledge!
Don't know if it matters, but here are the dimensions of the tank: 23.3" L x 12.8" H x 4.5 D"
Before I go on, when I mean insight, I hope it is constructive at least. I can already imagine the fish enthusiasts go wild because they wished everybody had the same setup as them and that everybody was looking for the same things when it comes to aquarium.
Me: My number one priority is convenience. Yes I know, I can already hear the grunts and moans of the people that change their water on a daily basis. No, I do not want to do that. I will change the water, but as infrequently as required. Therefore, I am looking for a setup and fish that is as easy to maintain as possible.
Aquarium: It's a 2.2 Gallon Wall Mount Aquarium that looks like a picture frame hung on your wall. Wow, yes, only 2.2 Gallons (anybody faint yet)? I'm sure a lot of people hate those here cause they probably seem more like toys than real aquariums. Anyways, I've always liked aquariums, and I'm sure I'll get a massive one later on, but for now, this is what I want and what I have.
I've had my aquarium for quite a while now; it's been empty for a couple of months because I haven't had the time to do more research about how to take care of fish or even what fish to get. Aesthetics to me is most important about buying a fish, but with that, I know I need to get a fish that suits my lifestyle which ultimately means easy to maintain. I was thinking of getting 2 bubble-eye goldfish (that's what the aquarium store recommended), any kind of small goldfish. However, they were really small at the store, but I thought I remember seeing them to be quite big. However, I'm not sure because I have heard that if you have a small tank, the fish don't grow as big (is that a wivestale)?
I don't prefer to spend alot of money on the tank, but I will spend and get what is absolutely required.
I would really really really appreciate your input on how to get started and what kind of fish to get and other than the filter, what I need. Thank you very much for all your knowledge!
Don't know if it matters, but here are the dimensions of the tank: 23.3" L x 12.8" H x 4.5 D"
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