Users' questions

How thin can a fish tank be?

How thin can a fish tank be?

One rule of thumb when stocking these narrow tanks is to keep fish less than 1 inch in length. Larger goldfish, angelfish or even the clown fish (made popular by “Finding Nemo”) might be too large for these tanks, experts say.

How much does a wall fish tank cost?

They can start at about $5,000 for a 10-gallon tank and reach $1 million or more for a 5,000-gallon one or larger that has rare fish. And that doesn’t include maintenance, which typically is done weekly and costs 50 cents to $1 a gallon every month.

Should a fish tank be against a wall?

One of the more favorite locations to place an aquarium is against (or inside) a wall. This way you have a space behind the aquarium for equipment that isn’t too noticeable or off-putting. A closet, unused bedroom or garage are ideal places to keep noise, salt, and equipment out of the way.

Is it bad to have a fish tank near a window?

Don’t leave the aquarium light on 24/7. This not only stresses your fish but can lead to excessive algae growth. Don’t place your aquarium near a sunny window or in a drafty location.

How much are custom aquariums?

Generally, a custom aquarium will cost anywhere between $200 – $6000, depending on size and dimensions. The more extras and customization we need to do, the more expensive the tank will be. Usually it is much more cost effective to simply buy a premade tank instead of a custom aquarium built from scratch.

Are tall tanks bad for fish?

More water surface area equates to more oxygen exchange, an important factor for the health of your fish. A taller, narrower tank may be striking in appearance, but it has less water surface area than a shorter wider tank holding the same volume of water.

How much does an ATM fish tank cost?

The costs, since the aquariums can be customized to your liking, can be all over the place. On this Reddit.com Ask Me Anything page, Wayde King and Brett Raymer, the guys from the actual show, said the costs could be anywhere from as little as $30,000 to more than $300,000+ brand new.