Your fish tank is not only meant to provide a home for your pet fish, in fact, but it is also your underwater world that can be styled the way you want it. The most presentable way of adding some character and a unique style to your fish tank is by adding some fish tank accessories that suit your personality, interests, and hobbies. These aquarium accessories and decorations can completely turn the feel of your tank that gives your aquatic pets something to play with or explore. You should ensure that these accessories don’t throw off water chemistry and your pet fish enjoy them as much as you.
But there are a few things that need to be considered before deciding accessories for your fish tank. Let us take a look.
1. The size of Fish Tank
It does no good if you place great large, fancy accessories in your fish tank and it ends up looking oddly crowded, distressing your fish as well giving them no space to move around. Less is good if you have smaller aquariums as it is easy to put 1-2 fun and attractive accessories instead of many that leave no room for your fish.
2. Height of Fish Tank Elements
Fish usually spend their time in the top, middle and bottom zones of your aquarium. So it is vital to keep a free area in each of them. It is better to place 1-2 tall items that go up to the top zone and 2-3 that are smaller an inch or two from the bottom of the aquarium to balance the space available equally. Your pet fish feel secure and comfortable if your accessories are well structured.
3. The Activeness of your Fish
If you intend to keep highly-active fish that have relatively higher oxygen consumption than the dormant breeds, you can keep oxygen-producing accessories like bubble chests and underwater bridges and rivers. These can provide them plenty of air, keeping them happy and active.
4. Color of your Fish
When choosing accessories you should keep in mind their color as they will either compliment or mismatch with the color of your fish. If you are keeping light-colored fish then a dark substrate and dull accessories can assist to complement those hues. In the case of bright fish, they look beautiful and their color pops with pale decorations and green plants against a colorless background.
5. Watch out for Sharp Edges
Accessories like fake plants sometimes have sharp edges that can be harmful to your pet fish by creating injuries and making them prone to infection. So you should ensure while deciding such accessories that they don’t have any sharp edges allowing you to make an aesthetically pleasing aquarium without risking the health of your aquatic pets.
Here are of some of the fun accessories and decorations for your fish tank that you can choose for making your underwater world more attractive.
Penn Plax Castle Aquarium Decoration
Penn Plax Castle Aquarium Decoration is a hand-painted accessory that offers an underwater kingdom for your fish. This big grey castle stands on a rocky hill with a waterfall that is flowing above. It provides numerous hiding spaces for your pet fish. This castle appears surprising realistic castle which features stone detailing along with cone-shaped roof and archways. This accessory can be a fun addition to your aquarium with a height of over 14 inches.
Marina Naturals Rock Outcrop
Marina Naturals Rock Outcrop is a large, elegant piece that adds a natural environment for your fish friends. It looks like a natural rock and is made from non-toxic and safe material that does not disturb the water chemistry making it suitable for all types of aquariums. This piece of rock works well as a sole accessory in your fish tank but can also be utilized in adding color and interest when combined with other plants and accessories. It is eight inches tall.
Penn Plax Battleship Wreckage
This Penn Plax Battleship Aquarium Decoration can offer a nautical and a historical feature to your fish tank. It is a realistic-looking design that serves as an inspiration for the fanatics of world war history. This battleship accessory has many crevices and cracks for the exploration of your smaller fish. It works great with both saltwater and freshwater tanks and adds a unique wrecking theme to them.
Yizhi Miaow Aquarium Decoration Tree log/ Driftwood
This resin driftwood features artificial plants over its top that are realistic looking and offer some great fun nooks and crannies where your pet fish can explore. This resin is safe and non-toxic that doesn’t change the chemistry of water and is environmentally friendly. This is a good option to consider as an accessory for your fish tanks but it can be used for reptile tanks as well.
Medium Coral Aquarium Ornament
Medium Coral Aquarium Ornament is an ideal choice for a medium-sized fish tank. This accessory features various kinds of coral and is sufficiently vibrant and colorful to be utilized as a centerpiece of your aquarium design. It is made from high-quality resin that is safe in both freshwater and saltwater tanks. It looks beautiful underwater providing many holes for your fish to explore.
Crashed UFO with Cave
This Crashed UFO works as a perfect accessory for space and sci-fi fanatics. It serves as an ideal choice for providing a safe and dark area to your pet fish where they can relish some peace and quietness. You can add a science fiction sense in your aquarium by digging this Crashed UFO in the grave and putting live plants around it.
QUMY Large Aquarium Artificial Plastic Plants
QUMY Large Aquarium Artificial Plants are made of plastic and safe for all kinds of fish. These realistic looking plants are non-toxic with a ceramic base that doesn’t alter the water chemistry of your fish tank. They add a pop of color to your underwater world through their brightly colored green and wine red design. Since they are made of plastic, they don’t need any maintenance as well.
Natural Cholla Wood for Aquarium Decorations
This Cholla Wood proves to be one of the best natural accessories that can be added to your fish tank. It allows your small pet fish to explore and hide, and also add great detail and depth to your fish tank. The pack consists of 5 pieces of Cholla wood which gives you a lot of options in arranging them. The wood is safe for fish as it is sourced from a pesticide-free region.
