freshwater tanks alike. The most striking feature of this aquarium is that it comes with a built-in filtration system that is concealed by a blacked outer layer to make things look nicer. Its filter pump can function well with nearly 400 gallons per hour. The filter media includes some biological and mechanical filtration which is good enough for this average-sized aquarium. Remember that this aquarium is not perfect for chemical filtration but if necessary you can make some media substitutions. Moreover, it also includes an LED light but it is not overly special. R&J Acrylic All in One Aquarium Kit is a good option if you are a beginner and are looking for something pretty decent that includes few accessories, which looks nice and will last some time also. 

Fluval 10531A1 SEA EVO XII Aquarium Kit

Fluval 10531A1 SEA EVO XII Aquarium Kit is another stylish countertop all in one saltwater aquarium kit. This glass tank is 22 x 11.5 x 15 inches in size which is perfect to be placed on an office desktop, kitchen countertop or as a small display desk in your home. It is a 13.5-gallon glass tank that features a powerful three-stage filtration system, a 132 GPH pump and an integrated 14000K LED lighting system. The filtration system is concealed on the side of the aquarium. It includes BioMax media insert for filter and activated carbon media insert as well.  The LED lighting is strong and offers sufficient light for good coral growth. These lights are also adjustable during day and night. This easy to set up tank comes as pretty much ready to go out of the box. The few things that this kit misses out from the higher end aquarium kits are a protein skimmer and a heater. All in all, this aquarium kit is designed nicely and comes at a great price.

best heaters available for your betta tank. It features an adjustable heating setting that ranges from 68-88 degrees that provide the ideal temperature of 78 degrees for Bettas, right in the middle. This heater is highly durable and shatterproof as well. It features an LED light that is red during heating and green when the desired temperature has been achieved. You don’t need to worry about tank overheating as it automatically turns off when it is at the set temperature. It is a fully submersible heater that consists of an electronic thermostat for an accurate temperature setting. Moreover, it can be used for both saltwater and freshwater tanks. This heater can be positioned both horizontally and vertically. Its only disadvantage is that initially, it takes a little while to heat the tank.

ViaAqua 50-Watt Quartz Glass Submersible Heater

ViaAqua 50-Watt Quartz Glass Submersible Heater is high quality and one of the best-selling heater that includes a fully adjustable temperature and a clear display that helps you make easy adjustments. The quartz glass construction makes it durable and high quality. It comes with suction cups which makes it easy to install. At 8.2 inches length, this heater is fit for a tank size of up to 13 gallons. It comes with a built-in thermostat that allows a temperature range of 68-93 degrees. This heater does a great job of maintaining a consistent temperature. But it may require a separate thermometer as the thermostat is not the most accurate.

h of fish by enhancing their gill function and reducing the stress in freshwater aquarium. You can use API Aquarium Salt when setting up a new freshwater aquarium, treating disease or changing the water. You need to take extra care when using this salt with live plants as some of them can be sensitive. This all-natural salt promotes healthy bacterial growth and helps cure and control fish diseases like fin rot and Ich.

Instant Ocean Sea Salt for Marine Aquariums

Instant Ocean Sea Salt for Marine Aquariums is one of the most carefully formulated and preferred sea salt among hobbyists, scientific research facilities and public aquariums. It is fast dissolving and is nitrate and phosphate-free. Furthermore, this salt contains all the essentials major and minor trace elements that are important for a healthy aquarium. It is a great choice for aquarists who wish to re-create a healthy and thriving natural ocean environment at home.

API Pond Salt

API Pond Salt is another pond water salt which supplies electrolytes that promote fish health and disease recovery. Just like API Aquarium Salt, it is also made from evaporated sea water and provides the essential electrolytes required by fish for oxygen uptake and release of carbon dioxide and ammonia from gills. This salt can be added to reduce stress in fish when setting up a new pond, when changing the water and for promoting disease recovery when treating fish health problems.

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Stagnant water has a low level of oxygen. This is particularly right when the lower you go in the tank as there is no exchange of oxygen going on there. The water present on the surface of the tank has more oxygen but since this water is not moving, the oxygen doesn’t get to the lower part of the tank. An easy way to solve this issue is to place a good filter in the tank as it increases oxygen in the tank by making water move to the surface where the exchange of oxygen takes place. The filter also moves water from top to bottom in the tank thus results in the distribution of oxygen throughout it because water movement will increase oxygenation in the water.

Live Plants

Though it is not common, live plants can be a cause of low levels of oxygen in a fish tank. We all know that during the day plants use CO2 and give off oxygen. When the fish tank is in dark, the process is reversed and plants give out CO2 which can make harder for your fish to breathe. The clear solution to this problem is to increase lighting. You can also take out some live plants from the tank. In terms of algae, you should remove them from the water because they do the same thing as the live plants.

Chemicals

Chemicals used to treat disease or water for any reason can also have an impact on the oxygen-carrying capacity of water. Whenever you add any chemical to the water, you should read the label and ensure that it does negatively affect the levels of dissolved oxygen levels in the water.

od option as a pet lizard. Their relatively small size, docile nature, and straightforward care needs make them great display animals. They are active during the day and have a trusting, laid back behavior which makes them ideal for those who are hesitant or afraid of lizards and snakes. Beardies have a lifespan of 8-10 years and range in size from 14-24 inches. They can be kept conveniently in a 40-gallon sized tank. They require special UVB light source and controlled heating. Bearded dragons are inexpensive, easy to find and omnivorous by nature requiring both insects and vegetables/plants for diet.

Red Ackie

Red Ackie also is known as the spiny-tailed lizard and ridge-tailed lizard is a small lizard that is a true dwarf and an ideal captive with straightforward requirements and care. It is beautifully colored with a resemblance to little dragons. They can be fun to watch and take care of. Red Ackies usually tame very well and can be held easily daily. They can be fed every alternate day and accept a variety of foods such as pinky mice and crickets. Their life span is over ten years and range in size from 16-26 inches. These relatively small, gentle, hardy creatures can be kept in a 55-gallon tank conveniently. Moreover, Ackies require UVB light source and controlled heating. Their only downfall is that they can be a little expensive than the other small pet lizards and difficult to find at times.

Blue-tongued Skinks

Blue-tongued Skinks are common among the many species of Blue lizards. They range in size from 18-24 inches in length and make great pets because they are intelligent, tolerate handling, and can live longer for up to 30 years in captivity which is greater than many lizards. Skinks are docile and need a complete spectrum of lighting and lamps. They are omnivores which means they can be fed blue-tongued skink worms, insects and vegetables. It is a great option for those of you who are interested in handling their new reptile pets, as they are laid back and exhibit defensive behaviors rarely. Their only disadvantage is that they tend to defecate more often.