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10 Tips for a Healthy Fish Tank

Sara Tan Jan 14th 2013 12:00AM

For those of us who want a pet, but cannot commit to a cat or a dog, there are other pets in the sea. Fish are great for owners who don't have a lot of time to care for an animal, for people who don't have a lot of space for a companion and for families with children that pester for a pet. They are low maintenance, tranquil,…

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Flickr/Leino88 Name: Neon Tetra Personality: Neon Tetras are active schooling fish, and very peaceful, according to Animal-World. Neon tetras are social, doing best in schools of at least six of their own. Care: This freshwater fish, which is possibly the most popular aquarium fish, requires at least a 10 gallon tank, according to FishLore.com, fully cycled, with a water temperature of 69 to 79 degrees Fahrenheit and a pH around 7.0, says the Age of Aquariums. They need open space for swimming, vegetation for hiding, and proper food like small flake foods and brine shrimp, according to bbayaquariums.com. Common Health Issues: It's not unusual for a neon tetra to live 10 years with proper ...

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