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How to Add Good Water Movement into Your Reef Aquarium

Powerheads

These are effective tools when you want to add good water movement into your reef aquarium in a specific direction, such as corners or hidden sections underneath decorative structure. You can place powerheads in spots that may be receiving less oxygen or where you constantly have a buildup of loose debris. If you have a large tank, you may want to consider using multiple powerheads.

Spray Bars

Spray bars are a horizontal pipe that is generally placed at the back of the aquarium, just below the surface of the water. Through little holes, the spray bar shoots water, creating a small flow through the tank. This keeps water moving and helps the surface water take in oxygen, increasing overall oxygen levels. Spray bars can be used in conjunction with powerheads and other products.

Airstones

Also known as bubblers, this is one of the most visually pleasing options for adding water movement. Many look like a stone or gem that releases bubbles into the tank. When used with special lighting, it increases water movement and makes one of the most attractive additions to an aquarium.

Flow Accelerators for the Pump

As the name implies, these accessories increase the flow of water through the tank by maximizing your pump’s performance. They work best with pressure-rated pumps, largely because they increase the internal pressure. Therefore, you’ll need a pump with a strong structure; otherwise you could have damage.

Avoid Overcrowding with Decorations

One of the most common ways that people decrease flow in the tank is by adding too many internal decorations and aquascaping. While these are great for improving the elegance of your tank, they can restrict water flow, similar to how air flow is restricted in a home with closed doors.

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Want to have a clean, clear, vibrant aquarium? The secret to a thriving aquarium is meticulous care and attention to detail, but there are a few tricks you can use to create a tank that looks dazzling and provides a healthy environment for your favorite species.

The Secret to a Thriving Aquarium

• Replace the Aquarium Water Frequently

In the wild, your fish enjoy a virtually unlimited supply of new water. There are currents that push out contaminants (both natural and otherwise) and bring in a fresh supply. In the tank, however, the water basically sits still; it’s up to you to be the current!

Regularly change a portion of your water and you’ll be able to keep fish healthy. How much should you change? That depends on who you ask. Some sources recommend changing 25% of the water every month, while others say you should replace 10% to 15% of the water every two weeks. There are even recommendations for changing 50% of the water every week, but if you stick to 25% every month, your fish will be in good shape.

• Don’t Overcrowd the Fish

People don’t like to be crowded, and neither do fish. Be sure to keep the population in your tank low so fish have plenty of room to roam. One of the most common rules is one inch of fish (front to tail length) for every gallon in the tank. But fish are not all shaped the same; some are slender while others are plump. While the one-inch rule works well in principle, you can also make estimates based on the overall volume of your tank. But one rule always holds: it’s best to have too few fish than too many.

• Limit the Light in Your Aquarium

The light in your aquarium, for the most part, is for you to view the fish and not for the fish themselves. To keep the tank thriving, it’s best to keep the lights on for 12 hours or less a day. Light can support algae growth, so the less you use, the less algae you will have. Keeping the lights to a minimum is one of the secrets to a thriving aquarium.

• Add Plants: The Underrated Secret to a Thriving Aquarium

We always hear about the health benefits of trees and plants, and the same principles apply to underwater vegetation. Plants provide filtration, protection, and can even help prevent algae growth. Another potential advantage is food, as many fish (but certainly not all) will eat pieces of plants, giving them a healthy food alternative and a more diverse diet.

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How to Add Good Water Movement into Your Reef Aquarium