Most people overestimate the amount of work required to maintain an aquarium. As a matter of fact, aquarium that are fussed over too much often fail to thrive!
Allowing the aquarium to just be, doing only the things that are necessary, is usually the best idea for the plants to grow and the fish to maintain a good color.
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In other words, don't go overboard testing water pH, fertilizing, diffusing carbon dioxide, etc.
If your fish seem to be having a problem, test the water first to find out if something is wrong; don't do it unless there seems to be a problem!
The danger is less when it is ignored than when it is fussed over, but you don't want to completely ignore it, either.
The most beneficial thing you can do for your aquarium is to simply sit in front of it and observe it, become familiar with the fish, and how they should look, the kinds of plants you have and how they should be growing. This part of our hobby isn't work, but can be a very relaxing and important part of maintaining our tank.
Don't let anything interfere with the 10 or 15 minutes you spend each day in front of your aquarium! Sit quietly and enjoy it -- that is, after all, why you have it! You decide when you want to spend this time -- early morning, or afternoon, late in the evening when everyone is in bed -- and you can have the quiet time you need.
It is the time to feed them and observe their behavior. Getting to know each of your fish will allow you to intervene if something arises, or their behavior or appearance changes.
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Are your plants growing, filling the tank the way you pictured them? Do your fish like to hide, and do you have a place to do that?
These are things you will learn from watching your aquarium while relaxing in front of it and contemplating this beautiful water world you have created.
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Thank you,
Bill Anderson
