Fish tanks not only add a touch of color to your home but are also considered auspicious in Feng-shui. They are also a source of attraction particularly for small children and they love simply gazing at the colorful fishes in the tanks.
A fish tank also provides a handy lesson in a fun way to children to nurture and care for other living beings. While you are shopping for a fish tank and fish tank supplies, the obvious place to shop is at stores selling pet products which can even be done online.20 gallon fish tank with filter
Whilst you are making your selection, you will want to keep in mind that what you need is both aesthetics and functionality. Earlier, fish tanks only came in boring straight, rectangular or round shapes but now, there are variations available in these very shapes. Ranging from the micro-mini which becomes a conversation point to large fish tanks which become the focal point of a home, designs in tanks fish have never had it so good!
If you are a beginner, you will not go wrong with the starter kits which are very simple and offer great value for money. Plastic tanks make a great choice for beginners and cold water or even tropical fishes can all be comfortable in them.
The hex aquarium tropical starter kit comes with a lidded tank, under gravel filter and gravel. A light is also fitted into the lid and the tank also has a heater and thermometer. Ornaments, plants and food for the fishes are given in the kit.
The hex aquarium coldwater starter kit comes with air stone, airline, no return valve, air plus air pump and a filter mat. This too contains food, ornaments, plants and a care leaflet. Both types of fish tanks can be got at very reasonable prices.
Fish tanks in glass, including the starter kits, are for the more serious aquatics. The glass tanks come reinforced with 4mm glass for strength and the bases and hoods are in pvc to facilitate easy cleaning. The starter tank in glass may also come in a bow-fronted shape and contains filter, light, heater, power, filter floss, thermometer, net, plants and ornaments. In short, it comes equipped with every conceivable thing which a novice owner might need.
Glass starter fish tanks are also available for both coldwater and tropical fish. Colorful fishes in fish tanks brighten up a home and it is fun to own fishes.