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The filter system is very important for maintaining a healthy environment in your aquarium. You need to make sure you have a "complete" filter system. The system should include a filters.

Outside filter size: The rule of thumb is that the water flow should be 5 to 7 times the volume of the aquarium.

Remember: Filters do not replace the need for partial water changes.

You can buy an inexpensive thermometer at your pet store. A popular style is flat and sticks to the side of the tank.

Most aquarium fish are tropical fish - they come from warm climates and warm waters. To keep them healthy we need to provide a warm water environment. A heater made for aquariums is how we ensure the correct water temperature. Tropical fish prefer temperatures of 75 to 78 degrees F. The aquarium heater will cycle on and off automatically. Your pet store can assist you with the size and style to meet your needs.

Size is a matter of choice. Important things to consider before you purchase a tank are: how much room do I have; what do I want aesthetically; the weight (water weighs about 8 lbs/gallon) of the aquarium in relation to what will support it; and how many fish do I want.

This is normal when an aquarium is first set up. It is referred to as a bacteria bloom. The cloudiness should be gone within anywhere from two days to a couple of weeks. You can do a 10 to 15 percent partial water change and gravel vacuuming after a week to speed it up.

Some hobbyists like to speed up the cycle in a new aquarium by mixing a couple handfuls of gravel from an established tank with the new gravel. The recycled gravel will have "good bacteria" on it to jumpstart the normal cycle that occurs when a new aquarium is set up. If you don't have access to recycled gravel from an existing tank, ask your pet store if they will swap some of your new gravel for some recycled gravel out of one of their tanks.

Live plants are also helpful as their leaves are coated with helpful bacteria.

Algae exists in all aquariums and is a natural occurrence. If it gets out of hand though, the water will begin to turn green. This generally happens when there are too many nutrients in the water, or the aquarium is being exposed to too much sunlight. An overcrowded tank or over-fertilizing will cause too many nutrients. Cleaning the tank with a gravel vacuum and wiping the glass with an algae scrubber purchased from your pet store may take care of the job. Two common preventative measures are adding plants to your aquarium and adding one of several types of fish that feed on algae. Your pet store retailer can guide you on types of fish that eat algae.

Do not ever empty the tank. You can empty 25 to 30 percent of the water.

No, fish should remain in the tank as much as possible. It is healthier for fish to be moved around as little as possible. They generally move away from the hose when using a gravel vacuum, but it's a good idea to watch to ensure you dont place the vacuum over a fish.