New to keeping fish

If you're new to keeping fish then there is quite a lot to get right, so you don't end up blocking your toilet with all the dead fish you'll flush away. 

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​That being said here is a bunch of things you are going to need to get started keeping fish listed in order.

Which fish tank to buy?

I would advise that your first fish tank isn't huge, even if you do get a bigger tank later, you will need a smaller tank for isolating ill fish.

So with that in mind I'd recommend this 24 litre tank (nearly 7 us gallons) - here is your Amazon link -​

Which fish tank stones to buy?

Fish tank stones come in every colour you can image, so it's best to choose a colour that goes with the type of tank look you want. I've selected these earth tones as they go with any kind of tank - here is your Amazon link - 

 Which Fish Tank Filter to buy?

Fish tank filter do two jobs, firstly they draw debris into them, which you'll have to clean out later. And secondly they agitate the water surface, which is good for getting oxygen in the water for the fish to breath.

There are a million different types of filters, some skim the top surface, others have the expense of paying for special filters that you have to change constantly. I have chose this filter as it is good enough for what you need - here is your Amazon link -

Which fish tank heater to buy?

A fish tank heater is essential if you keep tropical fish or plants and live in a cold climate, as they simply can't survive without the heat.

You can adjust the temperature on a fish tank heater for different fish species and to replicate certain conditions. This one is perfect for the tank size you have - here is your Amazon link - 

Which fish tank thermometer to buy?

To ensure your fish tank is getting the correct temperature you will need an aquarium thermometer. This is usually placed opposite the heater, so that you can check the temperature from the heater and thermometer mach up. It also is a good indicator that the water is the same temperature throughout the fish tank.

Fish tank thermometers are dirt cheap and they come in two varieties. A sticker that you just stick to the out side of the fish tank - here is your Amazon link -

Or you could have a better looking digital thermometer, which some people feel give them a more accurate idea of the fish tank temperature. Bear in mind that you will have to buy new batteries from time to time - here is your Amazon link - 

Which fish tank bacteria to buy?

It seems weird at first to buy bacteria to add to your fish tank. But what they will do is take the ammonia in your fish tank, which is harmful to fish and "cycle" it into nitrate. Which is less harmful to fish, although we will deal with the nitrate by adding plants soon.

For now I have selected you this bacteria product that I use in my own tanks without a problem - here is your Amazon link -
Ammonia is constantly being produced in your tank, from excess food for fish, fish poo, fish wee and dead matter, so it's import to constantly monitor ammonia levels to make sure your fish tank is cycling.

Which fish tank tester kit to buy?

As we just mentioned fish tank tester kits are vital to keeping fish alive and you will use it frequently, which is why I recommend this test kit. It will work out cheaper than the test strips in the long run - here is your Amazon link -

Which fish tank plants to buy?

There are an overwhelming amount of plants to choose from but by far the most useful will be a fern on a piece of wood. Plants not only provide oxygen in the water, they help remove the nitrate we spoke about earlier and also provide a place for fish and fry to hide - here is your Amazon link -

Which fish tank light to buy?

Even if you for some reason didn't get a plant for your tank you are going to want to see your fish in the evening. So the light I have chose for you will grow your plants and make your fish look good - here is your Amazon link -

Do I really need all that stuff in my fish tank?

It may seem like a lot of stuff to buy from Amazon, but you really do need it if you want to keep fish as a hobby. While the cost of starting out as a fish keeper may seem high you have to remember you are investing in your self. Not only is the hobby of fish keeping interesting and the fish themselves entertaining, but they provide a very real way to de-stress.

Something that is really need for health maintenance in a world increasingly becoming stressful.