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- Estimated 60 million aquarists worldwide
- 40% of U.S. aquarists keep more than one tank
- Second most popular hobby in the U.S., next to Stamp Collecting
- 2006 survey showed that Americans own 9.6 million saltwater and 139 million freshwater fish
- Freshwater: Most common due to low cost and easy maintenance
- Saltwater: Increasing in popularity because of improved technology
- Brackish: Imitates ecosystems comprised of both salt and fresh water
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Aquariums are aquatic enclosures, transparent on at least one side, designed to keep and exhibit water-dwelling plants and animals.
Aquariums may be public, taking the form of zoos that research, raise and exhibit fish, aquatic mammals and various other underwater organisms. Many people also keep smaller salt or fresh water aquariums in their homes to house pet fish.
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Home Aquariums
Usually made of glass or high-strength plastic, modern home aquariums are available in a variety of shapes and sizes. Through the use of various filtration, heating, aerating and pumping systems, aquariums can be tailored to provide a wide array of underwater environments for fish and other aquatic creatures.A Note of Caution
Aspiring aquarium keepers, or "aquarists," are encouraged to do thorough research before taking up the hobby, as there are many factors that determine what size and type of tank is appropriate for each individual. The aquarium ecosystem is a delicate one, and can easily be damaged by the wrong lighting, food, or the introduction of incompatible species.
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Aquarium Questions
When was the last time you visited a marine aquarium? 1 AnswerI visited the Seattle Aquarium last month. Great place to take kids. read more
Anyone ever own an aquarium here? Salt water / fresh water. What's better, cheaper, easier maintenance? 3 AnswersFresh water tank is definately easier and cheaper. I own a saltwater tank and 2 freshwater tanks, with no doubt if you are new to the aquarium world go with fr... read more
Can I safely keep a 100 Gallon Aquarium in a second floor apartment, without worry about the weight, once it's completely filled with water. 2 AnswersCopy pasted from your other duplicate question, one will likely be deleted by admin. I figure I mise well answer both. Well think of it this way... 100 gallons ... read more
How could I turn an old TV into a aquarium? 3 AnswerseHow has 9 Steps on how to convert old TV to an aquarium. A bit of warning: You may want to take the old TV to a repairman and have him remove the CRT (Cathode... read more
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@amytravels wrote a piece w/some faves for @travelsavvymom here: http://ow.ly/Em1n Aquarium was big hit but double check if open in Winter.
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@BullStockMedia that is a beautiful pic of the aquarium!
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Ahhhh I lost Cooper a the aquarium! He was found by security on the othr side of the place...I am mnever going anywhere alone again!
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is going to the aquarium.
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The 4D experience at the aquarium last night was really weird.. Cept the bubbles were pretty cool.
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