Both freshwater and saltwater aquariums are very pleasing to keep, but there are some differences in the types of fish and maintenance that you need to know about when making the decision on which type of aquarium to setup.
Freshwater Aquariums
This blog is dedicated to freshwater fish so I must admit that I'm a little partial to freshwater aquariums. Freshwater aquariums are a great choice for beginners. The most common fish come from Asia, Africa, and South America. Most are fairly inexpensive and readily available, however there are some varieties that are harder to find and more expensive. There is work involved in maintaining the aquarium and water quality, but it is pretty easy to learn.
Saltwater Aquariums
Saltwater fish are found in the oceans, with the most popular fish coming from coral reefs in the Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean, and the Caribbean. These fish can be very colorful and exotic, but require a little more work than freshwater fish. Saltwater fish are very susceptible to fluctuations in water quality, so the water conditions need to be monitored very closely. Saltwater fish tend to be more expensive which makes monitoring you water that much more important.
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