What temperature should saltwater fish aquariums be kept at? This is often a question many new saltwater fish tank keepers are unsure about and there is actually more then one right answer.

If you are only keeping a saltwater fish aquarium and no other invertebrates other then crabs and snails you can generally get away with keeping your tank around 75-76 degrees Fahrenheit.

This lower tank temperature will keep the oxygen levels high in your tank and keep your fishes metabolisms at a normal rate.

If you are keeping live corals or delicate invertebrates like shrimps and live corals that come from shallower reef areas you need to keep your saltwater aquarium around 77-79 degrees. This temperature will also keep your corals metabolisms in the normal range

Anything less then 77 degrees and you may start to see reduced activity or corals that do not open fully due to the lower temperatures.

The highest you ever want your tank to go is about 81-82 degrees. If it goes higher then that you may need to invest in a chiller to control the temperature in your tank.

However many experts argue that captive corals grow faster at higher temperatures but it is a fine balance and a risky one at that. At higher temperatures oxygen levels can fall and animals metabolisms can increase to the point where they need more food.

Problem algae also seems to be more common in systems that have higher  tank temperatures, this is thought to be because the lower oxygen levels provide a better environment for the algae to grow in.

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One of the most popular types of marine fish is the clownfish. For this reason many people decide to set up a saltwater clown fish aquarium to enjoy this colorful species. As you will read below these setups are a great way to get into the hobby of keeping saltwater fish.

The best part about keeping these colorful marine fish is that they are very hardy and great for beginners. Their ease of care also means that there is really no special equipment needed to maintain them other then a basic set up making them a very affordable saltwater fish to keep!

Basic Requirements For a Clownfish Saltwater Aquarium Setup

• 29 gallon aquarium
• 20-30 lbs of live rock
• Hang on tank protein skimmer (optional)
• Hang on tank filter or canister filter.
• 75 Watt Heater
• Basic Marine Aquarium Care

The Best Type Of Clowns For Beginners

The more commonly known species of these fish that are kept in the saltwater clown fish aquarium are the Percula and the Ocellaris clowns. They look very similar and are hard to tell apart, however the Perculas tend to be a little more active in a tank then the Ocellaris clowns typically are.

The Ocellaris are normally a few dollars cheaper and often have brighter orange colors. Both are peaceful fish and are considered some of the best beginner fish you can buy as a new marine hobbiest.

One of the best things about clownfish is that many of the popular species are available as captive raised animals. This means they will be more disease resistant, eat prepared foods better and not be as fearful of humans as their wild caught cousins are. In fact many people who have captive raised clowns report that they will often eat right from their fingers!

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