Undergravel filter, lines, valves for the, air pump for the filter, cover, light, dechlorinater,….
http://www.howtodothings.com/pets-and-animals/a3019-how-to-set-up-a-freshwater-aquarium.html
http://www.fishlore.com/FirstTankSetup.htm
http://www.aqua.org/downloads/pdf/How_to_Set_Up_an_Aquarium.pdf
http://www.wikihow.com/Set-up-a-Freshwater-Aquarium
Undergravel filter, lines, valves for the, air pump for the filter, cover, light, dechlorinater,….
http://www.howtodothings.com/pets-and-animals/a3019-how-to-set-up-a-freshwater-aquarium.html
http://www.fishlore.com/FirstTankSetup.htm
http://www.aqua.org/downloads/pdf/How_to_Set_Up_an_Aquarium.pdf
http://www.wikihow.com/Set-up-a-Freshwater-Aquarium
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heater, filter, fish, tank, water. you can spend as much money as you want on chemicals.
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If you want just regular things for your freshwater aquarium you just need basics. But, if you want to be into your aquarium, you would need.
1. Filter
I would prefer that you get a filter that would filter your tank about 15-20 times an hour. It is measured by GPH.
2. Heater
Depending on your tank, you should get abotu 3 watts per gallon or so.
3. Thermometer
Any kind is great. I prefer digital ones with more acurate measurements.
4. Fish Nets
You should get two fish nets. One big and one small. When you catch a fish, use the bigger net to catch it and use the small net to force the fish in.
5. Ornaments [gravel and plants]
Any kind would be good
6. Hood and Lighting
If you want to grow plants, I would recommend that you get a fluorescent fixture for your tank. You should get around 2-3 watts of light per gallon. Make sure the light is for Aquarium lights.
7. Siphon hose and other maintenance tools.
There are varieties of ways to clean your tank. Check out your pet store and see what they have.
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Here’s a table http://loveoffish.com/aquarium.html#costtable – this is stuff you need in addition to one of those Marineland kits (tank +cover +light +airpump +filter +biomedia/biowheel). Vacuum, buckets, thermometer, heater, stand, etc. Go as big as you can with the tank – easier to deal with and more fun.
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Love of Fish – http://loveoffish.com/aquarium.html
Ugh, I hate undergravel filters. I tend to think they do way more harm then good. Some people swear by them, but I ripped mine out and my tanks have been all the better for it. Just my opinion though.
Things you will need:
Fish. Cycle your tank though. I’ve never actually done a "fishless cycle", maybe someone could help you out more with that. I usually stick the most hardy fish in first and let them go for a week or two and then start adding additional fish little by little.
1) Figure out what kind of fish you want to keep. Once you determine that, determine the best size tank for that type of fish. Generally the bigger the better. Obviously if you want tetras, you can get away with 20 or 30 gallon tanks. If you want to keep Oscars you will need a 75 gallon tank minimum. If you want to keep aquatic plants, you’ll need a whole different set up tan fish.
2) Tank cover. Glass Canopy and separate light, Hood w/ Light. I highly recommend Florescent light.
3) Heaters. 3-5 watts per gallon is the general rule.
4) Filters. You’re going to want to look at the flow rate on the filter and get one that will flow your tank four times every hour at a minimum. You can under-filter but you can not over-filter. Types: Canister Filters, Hang-on-the-back Filters, Sponge filters, undergravel filters, bubble filters… I greatly prefer the hang-on-the-back and/or canister filters.
5) Substrate. Gravel, sand, or I’ve seen glass and marbles. I’ve seen tanks without a bottom substrate, but that’s a lot more work since it eliminates some beneficial bacterial colonies.
6) Gravel Vaccum/Water Changer. I like the Python brand personally
7) Fish food. Should be appropriate for your specific type of fish. I feed mine a varied diet.
9) Decorations help the fish feel safe and set up territories. Makes your tank more fun to look at too. I generally like the natural look so I stick with live and fake plants, driftwood and rocks. No bubble decorations or castles for me.
If you’re going to keep Goldfish or some other temperate fish, you don’t need a heater, but you’ll need more filtration.
If you’re keeping plants, you’ll need better specific lighting, CO2 injection, and a canister or sponge filter that doesn’t aggitate the surface. You’ll also need a pH probe and some fertilizers.
Saltwater has a different list as well.
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