Aquarium Accessories and Decorative.pdf

AQUARIUM ACCESSORIES/EQUIPMENTS AND
DECORATIVE
Presented By
Dr. Rohitash Yadav

• An aquarium with the right type of accessories can add to the habitat of the fish and make it
a lovely piece of decoration at home.
• As there are various types of aquarium accessories made available today, choosing the most
essential and right type of product can be quite a perplexing task.
• However, there are a few tips which can be considered while choosing different types of
fish tank products.
• It is important to choose accessories according to the type of water used in the fish tank.
Some products suit fresh water tanks whereas some products are ideal for salt water tanks
only.
Introduction

• With the improvement in technological features, a wide range of aquarium
accessories have been launched into the markets these days.
• It is essential to choose the right type of product as per the requirement of
the tank.
• It is possible to maintain healthy fish with the right type of accessories.
Cleaning the tank on a regular basis is equally important so as to extend
the life of the fish.

Accessories
• Accessories are secondary items that add to or complete the main object or styles of
aquarium.
Decorative
• Decorative means attractive or beautiful in appearance..
• Its intended to look pretty or attractive.
Why need decorations ?
• Decorations create the atmosphere your fish live in and you look at.
• Decorating the tank will make the fish more comfortable

LISTOUT OF AQUARIUM ACCESSORIES AND DECORATIVE
Pump Bucket
Rocks Cabinet
Filters Cover/ Hood
lights Fish Net
Water Additives Aerator
Air Pump Gravel/Pebbles
Air Stone Heater
Backgrounds Canister Filter O Rings
Plant Substrate Brush

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Essential Accessories:
Pumps:
❖ It is one of the most important fish tank accessories that help the fish to survive and
stay healthy in the tank.
❖ The pump helps to circulate oxygen in the water.

Filters:
❖Every fish tank requires a filter system which can filter the water in the tank so that it is
free from contaminants and impurity.
❖There are various types of filters made available today so it is important to choose
products according to the size of the tanks and the number of fish in it.
❖The Aquarium uses three main types of filtration: mechanical, chemical, and biological.

Aerator
• Aerator is an air-pumping device which is electrically operated.
• The device consists of a vibratory air pump – a tiny rubber diaphragm.
• These utilize an energy input to increase liquid surface area available for oxygen transfer
and ensure that water of low oxygen concentration is brought into contact with air or
oxygen.
• Increase of liquid surface area or air water interface can be achieved by dispersing water
in air, and dispersing air into water.
• The air flow is then directed into the bed of the aquarium tank using plastic air tubing
(thin pipe)

Plants:
❖Using living plants in a fish tank has many beneficial features.
❖Various types of plants can be used in these tanks to add to the beauty of the tank and the
health of the fish.
❖This is especially true if the tank is going to have live aquarium plants.
❖Its a good idea to choose a nutrient rich plant substrate to help rooted plants thrive in
their aquatic environment

Rocks:
❖ Another variety of embellishment is the rocks which are specifically manufactured for these tanks.
❖ Rocks in different sizes, shapes, colors and styles to suit different types of tanks. Some of the most common
varieties include lace rocks, rainbow rocks and so forth.
❖ Various types of corals are also used as aquarium accessories as it adds to the beauty of the tanks.

Bogwood:
❖ Bogwood is a popular wood for aquarium use.
❖ The most commonly used type of aquarium wood anywhere in the world.
❖ Bogwood is wood that has been preserved by the anaerobic conditions of these environments
over hundreds if not thousands of years in a bog

Lights:
❖Proper lighting is another important aspect to consider while installing tanks.
❖Today there are various options to consider such as LED lights, fluorescent lights.
❖These lights are available in different soft colors and features.
❖There are lights which can be dimmed whenever required.

Water Additives:
❖ There are various types of additives which can be used in the fish tank so that it
remains healthy.
❖ However, different types of solutions are used for different types of water.

Air Stone:
❖ An aquarium air stone is used by many hobbyists to create a decorative look, as it provides a stream of
fine bubbles cascading up to the surface.
❖ An aquarium air stone does not add oxygen to aquarium water, but it can help oxygenate a tank by
providing increased surface area where air contacts the water.
❖ The bubbles from an air stone also agitate the surface of the water which may be good for low-tech
tanks.

Hand Net:
✓ A robust stainless steel and fine mesh nylon fish tank net with an extendable handle for
transferring fish into your aquarium and removing any floating debris
✓ An aquarium fish small, medium and large sizes, and the size of the fish net generally
corresponds to the size of the tank.
✓ A large net can be used as a tool to skim wide areas of aquarium water for excess
floating debris.

Cleaner and Scrubber:
✓ Light weight and portable, easy to store and carry, an important accessory for fish tank
cleaning.
✓ Adopts high quality sponge material, safe and eco-friendly, good cleaning effect,
practical for use.
✓ Quickly and effectively clean algae and maintain a clean environment for the fish in the
fish tank.
✓ The handle is made of plastic material, firm and durable, non-slip design, easy to hold
and make cleaning easier.

Air Pump:
✓ An aquarium air pump can be used to operate decorations that require air to move,
power in-tank corner filters, sponge filters or under gravel filters, and to power air
stones.
✓ A common aquarium air pump is powered by a magnetic arm that vibrates a small
rubber diaphragm.
✓ The diaphragm then pushes air through a nozzle. An aquarium air pump is often rated
for tank size.
✓ The more air pressure will be needed to pump air to the lowest parts of the tank.
Therefore, a more robust air pump will be needed.

Aquarium Backgrounds:
❖ Aquarium backgrounds are so much nicer than having a back-of-tank showing a blank wall and a bunch
of dangling black wires.
❖ They can be elaborate colorful scenes made out of molded plastic, or colorful scenes printed on glossy roll
paper.
❖ Aquarium backgrounds can also be as simple as colored wrapping paper or colored poster board affixed to
the back exterior tank glass.

Aquarium Buckets:
❖They should be chosen wisely and be used exclusively for partial water changes and
tank maintenance.
❖They should not be used for ordinary cleaning.
❖ Aquarium buckets should be of the sturdy variety with strong handles and have an edge
design that makes pouring easy.

Aquarium Cabinet:
❖ An aquarium cabinet is more like a of a piece of furniture than a simple aquarium stand, and
it can really add beauty to a tank and to a room.
❖ An aquarium cabinet is also nice because it has doors under the tank so all of the external
filters, tubing and power cords can be hidden from sight.
❖ Aquarium cabinets are made to match specific length and width dimensions of a given tank
size.

Aquarium Cover/ Hood:
➢ Its very important to keep a tank as covered as possible to protect aquarium water from
dirt, dust or other objects falling in.
➢ An aquarium cover is also necessary to keep inhabitants in a tank from escaping,
especially freshwater snails.
➢ Many aquarium start-up kits come with an “all in one” aquarium hood and light
combination unit.

Gravel/Pebbles:
✓ Aquarium pebbles are the most common aquarium substrates over all kinds of fish tank
stones and sand.
✓ Aquarium gravel comes in many different sizes, and selecting the best size gravel for the type of
species being kept is something to consider.
✓ Another consideration is whether the tank will have live plants. If live plants are on the horizon, it
may be best to avoid common aquarium gravel all together and graduate up to a quality, nutrient-
rich plant substrate.

Heater:
✓ An aquarium heater keeps aquarium water temperate stable and within a safe range. An aquarium heater is
rated by watts for different tank sizes.
✓ There are many different types and styles to choose from. Some are made of glass and some are made of
plastic. Some types are meant have their components above the water and other are submersible.
✓ And some aquarium heaters use different colored lights to differentiate between heating mode as opposed to
when the set temperature is reached.

Aquarium Stand
❖An aquarium stand is a piece of furniture that's large and strong enough to support your
aquarium and contains the equipment and supplies needed to care for your fish and
tank.
❖The size, shape, and materials used in the stand will depend on the size and quality of the
tank, budget, and aesthetics.

Others accessories
Brush Siphoning Pipe
Different types of Toys

Miscellaneous accessories and decorative
✓ Silicone sealant gun
✓ Feeding ring
✓ Worm feeder
✓ Water testing kit ( For pH, nitrite, nitrate, ammonia)
✓ Thermometer
✓ Chemicals: (Hydrogen peroxide, Potassium permanganate, common salt,
methylene blue, antiseptic drugs, dechlorinating agents)
✓ Screw driver
✓ Wrenches
✓ Scissors,

✓ Pilers
✓ Knife,
✓ Gloves,
✓ Insulating tapes
✓ Adhesive tapes
✓ Cable clip
✓ Cable tidy
✓ Rubber/plastic suckers
✓ Plastic mug
✓ fish feed

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