An aquarium is relaxing and great for kids. The secret to success is patience in the first weeks.
What you need
- A tank of at least 20 gallons (easier to keep stable)
- Filter and heater
- Gravel, plants and a water conditioner
- Fish food and a test kit
Cycle the tank first
Set everything up, add conditioned water and let the filter run for 2 to 4 weeks before adding fish. This grows good bacteria that keep the water clean.
Add fish slowly
Start with 2 or 3 hardy fish. Add more little by little every couple of weeks.
Simple maintenance
Change 20% of the water every week and feed only what they eat in 2 minutes.
