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Beginners Guide to The Aquarium Hobby Part 1: What You Need to Do BEFORE You Buy a Fish Tank!
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2024
- Hello Everyone,
In this video we discuss what you need to do before buying a fish tank. We look at the planning that goes into buying a fish tank before you make thew purchase. Following these steps will make the aquarium hobby much easier from the start!
Want to learn even more? Here are the rest of the videos in this series!
Part 2: Everything You Need to Get Started: • Beginners Guide to The...
Part 3: Step by Step Guide to Setting Up an Aquarium: • Beginners Guide to The...
Part 4: How to Add Fish to an Aquarium: • Beginners Guide to The...
Beginners Guide Playlist: • Beginners Guide to Sta...
Tropical Fish Species Profiles: • Tropical Fish Species ...
Water Parameter Playlist: • Fish Tank Water Parame...
Stocking Options Playlist: • Fish Tank Stocking Ideas
Pros and Cons of Different Fish Tank Sizes: • Fish Tank Size Pros an...
Are FIsh Tank Kits Worth The Money: • Are Starter Fish Tank ...
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I’ve been keeping fish for 30 years. You can never learn too much. I wish I had you tube to watch back when I started. A lot of fish would have been spared! 💀🐠☠️
Me too :-)
@@3akeking539 quick thinking. Nice job👌👌
My first fish I bought from Woolworths, already dead. A book saved me before internet.
@@mexcanfun4498 which book ? Tell the book name please...
@@dret1233 75 years ago I bought a book. Don't remember the name but there must be lots. Good luck.
I'm working at a large chain pet store and just started my training in petcare. Your videos are educating me so much on proper aquarium keeping and I hope I can try and discourage certain stubborn customers when they reach for the 2.5 gallon tank for their 3 African cichlids
Dude knows more about aquarium maintenance and fish care than i could hope to learn in a thousand lifetimes. Excellent series of vids.
Thank you for being here!
After watching this, I'm considering improving my betta fish's setup. I was thinking about going from a 10-gallon tank with a regular filter to a 20-gallon tank with a sponge filter. I kinda want to improve the aquascaping a bit, maybe by adding a carpeting plant. I might use the 10-gallon to make my younger cousin a cool fish tank as he likes whatever I like.
I know some people will say "it's just a fish", but he's my fish.
That’s why I am getting into it, I already love plants and I love fish so I am gunna get some shrimp and some small neon fish not sure which ones yet. But I’m doing an 8 gallon set up and just wanna keep it small for now so I can get used to it and hopefully not run into any issues. I wanna have some excited fishes to see me haha
love how he starts off his videos with the biggest flex known to fishkeepers
And what’s that? Number of tanks?
I have been keeping fish for almost 50 years and I "loved" Jason's tutorial. Great job, I loved your presentation and considerations.
Thank you!
I get so excited when we catch a glimpse of the lowboy molly tank! Your advice for new hobbyists is great, and I'd add one more tip: DON'T PANIC! It's easy when you first get into the hobby to see a detail or an element you've never seen before, immediately assume the worst, and start throwing meds/chemicals/radical water changes at something that's not actually a problem. It's a case of a little knowledge without experience being a potentially dangerous thing. Notice, observe, research, ask questions...but DON'T PANIC!
That is a great point!
Been keeping fish for about 3 months, started with 12 now only 4 left. Got alot to learn thank you for the advice.
Came here to educate my friend, she's keeping multiple koi(baby koi) in a fishbowl with no filter😭
Glad you are here!
My daughter has wanted fish for 5 years. She's now 10. We are going to give it a try.
Good luck! :-)
I love being a newb! I want to be one forever as I like to learn and experience new things in the fish world! IN the old days a 20 gallon was for rich folks and what the heck was a hang on back? That is how long ago it was when I got my first tank!
Your language and delivery is spot on! Love the clear, concise information! I Had tanks growing up 25 years ago ... just recently got into a 20ish gallon tank for my 2 daughters, transitioning away from 'artificial' decoration...just added 4 Nerite snails, few plants .. tank is looking amazing, having creator content as a resource now is indispensable!
Appreciate you being here!
I'm not new but I'll still listen lol
Glad you are here :-)
I hopped in here to post the same thing. Always learning.
Whoa 19 likes! That's the most I've ever gotten and I didnt even try this time😂😂😂
Right on primetime will never steer us wrong!! I always find something new to learn! 🙏🌿🐟🌿💚
Same!
I'm not new to the hobby, but I LOVE your videos!! You remind me of my favorite Bio Teachers! Thank you for explaining the basics of fish keeping!
Thank you :-)
I wanna give you a shout out for expressing the absolute importance of doing your research to give the fish the best life.
Not only did it make me subscribe, but if and when I do get into this, I will be that much more vigilant and make sure these goobers have the best life possible.
Thanks for being here!
Just want to say “”THANK YOU!” I’m in the preliminary stages of considering whether or not I might want to keep fish (again- I had a couple in a 2-gallon tank years ago, and throughout my childhood I watched my dad keep an aquarium he enjoyed), and I can not tell you how helpful this video is in guiding me to do a personal inventory & reality check about my abilities, expectations, and preparedness. For the sake of the lives of the fish that are at stake when we humans make these pet-keeping decisions, I want to celebrate & thank you for this public service video! I’m going to peep your other videos as I continue to evaluate whether or not fish keeping is REALLY something I can accept responsibility for at this time in my current home space. All the best to you, and thanks again for sharing/educating!!💐💐💐
Thank you!
Great videos. There's not one time that I haven't learnt something after watching your videos!
I was researching care for an axolotl because I really want one as a pet. I realized they're very complicated and I have no where near the knowledge I need to have one. Instead of making an animal suffer because of my ignorance, I'm gonna start from the ground up with a beginner tank. Hopefully one day I'll have enough knowledge to be able to care for one!
Am getting closer to the "one year in the hobby" mark. And i must say, half of the mistakes i made during this year would have been avoided if i had done more research and had more patience. Those are indeed the tow most important things to keep in mind when it comes to fishkeeping.
Thank you for your "itemized list "that anyone's honest answers and personal introspection WILL separate them from being one who IS READY to be in the hobby as opposed to one who is merely suffering from a "WHIM." This IS one endeavor that IS NOT A "CHEAP PURSUIT" in regards to time ,energy, and financial resources !
Jason you need another Masters.... I couldn’t resist! Seriously, thank you for all your info.
Haha - too funny. I started working on one for Bioremediation, but things got busy and stopped about 1/2 way through. :-)
I just found your videos while trying to solve a ammonia spike with my new tank! My wife and I are doing a 3 month run before going to a 55+ gallon setup. Just lost my 3 bloody Mary shrimp due to ammonia spike, but my guppies and mollies seems to be pushing through. Just ordered a filter sponge. First tanks setup I've had in 20 years and my 7yo daughter absolutely loves watching the fish doing their things
Glad you are here! Good luck with everything!
I’m wanting to start an aquarium but I want to do it right from the beginning, so thank you for this series!!
Good luck!
I also suggest that new fish keepers consider the longevity of a fish breed. Some only live a couple of years while others live for 20 plus years, that's older than most dog breeds. If you can't see yourself spending 10 plus years looking at the same fish then you might want to choose something with a shorter span. I know in this hobby it is "normal" to trade off fish or rehome them, it's just not in my nature.
In the 80s I had a big interest in aquatics so I read every piece of text that came onto the public domain with reading every fish book in library's near and far but still within the UK even visited sales so I could speak with others with the same interests as I but over the years a;d habitats I stopped but still kept an interest, and last month out of the blue a carer mentioned about her tropical tank and setup within earshot of me so we began talking fish and water paramiters to which she realized I'm not just a name or face and she sparked my interest again and this is why I'm on the net picking at fish topics educationally with CZcams for visual help something not available in the 80s.
Thank you! I’ve been thinking about getting some fish for a while but wasn’t comfortable with the fact that I knew NOTHING! This really helped a lot, thank you!!
Hopefully this series will help. 😀
I used to win these tiny gold colored fish in summer camps. Came home in a plastic baggie . Of course most died within a week. My parents had no Interest and I had no knowledge….I just stick them in clear salad bowls with a rock I find outside.
But one time I one a fish and it lived in a salad bowl on top of our refrigerator for a full year! He ended his own life….jumped out. Found him on the kitchen floor.
Thanks for this video, very informative! I got back into the hobby after a 20+ year break. A neighbor was selling her 80 gallon tank with all the equipment and fish. I made a couple silly mistakes before discovering the magic that is CZcams videos, which can be spectacularly helpful, thank you very much!
Glad you are here! Good luck!
This is what I should have watched 2 years ago, looking forward to the rest of the series 🤓
We used to have a fish tank years ago, it was too much work so we sold it. I remember me and my cat loving to watch the fish, I’ve been considering for a while now to get a new tank. I’m doing some serious research and put up as much knowledge as I can. It’s gonna be a expensive hobby but I think it will be worth it!
even though i have been in the fish hobby for a while this is really helpful.
I’m new and I’m getting a 10gallon tank 🎉 I have a idea for my fish can’t wait to enjoy them watching a little tv
I live in alaska and have been wanting a tank for my house. So here I am. My brother down in texas has a beautiful set up. I'm excited
Have fun!
Thanks for talking about child safety on an unstable surface. My son now 16 was trying to rock my tank stands when he was about 2. The visual I got from this made me get out of aquariums for quite some time! I’m back but that vision haunted me.
That can be a scary thing!
Y’all are awesome. Thanks for what you do, Jason and Joanna!
I been keeping fish for nearly two years I made a lot of mistakes and I still do but not that many I keep live-bearers and taking care of the fry is the most fun I've ever had doing anything and being only 28 I see myself doing this for along time
Same. I got into the hobby 2 years ago and I’m now 30. Out of all my hobbies this is the one I would keep if i had to drop everything else.
Im 28 and just set up my first tank after taking care of my father's while being away and have fallen in love. I keep live plants such as orchids and what not. This just co insides with all the things that you need to know to be successful. I try to learn it all if I can! Can't wait for my future tank having self as well
This was a great video. Before I bought my 150 and 90 gallon I knew I wanted to keep my wet pets like discus as you probably remember. I did ALOT of research on how to keep them. I learned with these fish they need more TLC. I was on YOU TUBE collecting all the information I could possibly get. I was also honest with myself whether I would have time to dedicate to maintain them. You keep me learning about fish care, filtration and so much MORE. I put my tanks right in front of my couch and out of direct sun light. I never mentioned the glass fish you got are cool.😎
You did it the right way - figure out the fish first and build the tanks around that!
These videos for beginners are so good and informative. But i havent seen anyone (not just this one) inform new fish keepers the importance of buying, setting up (or plan a separate area) for a quarintine tank in addition to your main tank. I think experienced fish keepers assume everyone just automatically know this and how important it is for intorducing new fish and/or treating sick fish.
That is part of our beginners series - we do an extensive video on QT.
Your videos have been a great source of information to me since I'm new to the hobby as of April 2020. Before setting up my aquarium I called our local water authority and talked to their chemist about the type of disinfectant they use, which is chlorine only. Ken, their chemist, spent some time talking with me about our local water parameters such as pH, dissolved minerals, salinity, turbidity, etc. I live roughly six miles from the southern shore of Lake Ontario which is our water source. It was a very educational discussion. I would suggest hobbyist consider calling their local water authority. They may reach out to talk to you. Happy Holidays, Dan
That is REALLY cool that you did that! :-)
Really enjoy your videos. ..i appreciate the way you break things done about our hobby, thank you. Have a great night fish nerds!
Very good and informative and you really explain it clearly. I've wanted an aquarium for.. years (marine biologist), but finally have a house and the space. Will be looking at the rest of your videos. Thank you!
That's awesome! Thanks for watching.
I grew up with a double stack double 125 gallon tanks. Oscars. My dad kept it so clean. I took it for granted. Great videos!
Highly useful information, and presented in an amazingly easy to follow way. Thank you!
Already have 8 tanks but can’t miss your videos and also may learn something new for the 9th. 😁
Why not just get one big one ?
Great information! Your videos are so helpful! Can’t wait for the next one! :)
My fiancé said that once I master my 5 gallon betta tank, I can upgrade! So far, so good! I’ve really been enjoying the hobby so far! My dream tank would be to keep some Celestial Pearl Danios someday...wish me luck! ;P
Awesome! Good luck :-)
Im like brand new and this is my favorite channel by far yet. Most knowledgeable and informative. You think of every angle
Thank you!
Great great video. I’m thinking of purchasing my first aquarium. Your video was very informative!!
Have fun!
I love you so much. Thank you for the uploads all these. Years later
My attempt was with rainbow 'sharks' that my local store said were beginner fish. Get the tank setup and the fish settled in. Once they started fighting i did my own research, finding their super territorial and need large tanks for two or more. Upgrade my tank, the whole 9 yards for a 40 gallon tank, before one pushed yhe other out still before the other died a week later.
I just bought a 55 gallon tank, used of course. I also have a 10 gallon that I'm experiencing with the dirt bottom/sand. I'm new to this so I don't know which method is best. I do like the idea of a all natural system that can take care of itself. I know it will take a long time to get to that point. I'm retired so I will have time to put in to this.
For the past 34 years I didn't have time because I was a truck driver.
The beginning fishkeepers of today, have got it made🙂 starting keeping fish in the 70s with no internet like we did at least for me, was trial and error. Excellent video as always! Even old dogs like me learn a lot with the right instructor 👍🏻
I remember those days too. Man I had some weird fish combos. :-)
That's better for the fish too. Easy access to knowledge on the internet should negate mistakes that may been more common before the Google age. Acclimatizing new fish is one example.
How many new hobbyists knew then that you have to float bag on surface for half hour to avoid thermal shock and gradually add water to bag to avoid nitrate shock. on the new fish? Most know now thanks to Google
Been thinkin of starting a proper aquarium after my hardy goldfish, bless their stalwart souls, managed to suevive 8 years in what was basically a 7 gallon box with water and a few rocks. Thinkin of goin small since i dont have much space as it is. Around 10-20 gallons. Keepin it simple but proper. Gonna get some cleaners, a few smaller fish and maybe a little house. Ill have to see
I have no pations, and time, but I'll start my way from research and youth videos. U seems like a cool chill dude. I got my mother in law fish tank and now it's on me to clean it)))
My uncle started me with owning fish and maintaining them when I first started I hated cleaning out the tank and rocks and unhooking everything blahhhh as I got older I feel in love and appreciate fish and watching them and careing for them
Best beginners video on CZcams. Truly excellent. Simple, clear and detailed. Thank you!
Thank you!
I'm watching this because part of me is not sure what I would like, this is so informative.
You are WAY ahead of the game! :-)
I just bought 2.5 gal fish tank literally just now. Didnt know its not beginner friendly, this would be my 1st time doing this. I just want goldfish in the house since no hairy pets allowed in condo unit. Subscribed so I would know how to maintain my fish and fish tank.
Glad you are here. For a 2.5 gallon maybe try a betta instead? The goldfish can get huge! :-)
I used to have a really sweet tank as a kid, grew one suckered from a babe to 6 8 inches long. Won a goldfish at the local fair and it brought back a disease that wiped them all out.
Lesson learned the hard way
It's a lifetime commitment..when we bring a pet home whether it's a cat 🐈, a dog 🐶🐕 or a fish 🐠🐟 we got to see that it lives a good life 🧬 right to the end ..many give up halfway and it's quite sad to see so many selling their huge 75 gallon to 6 feet tanks on the online marketplace when their interest wanes
I guess I'm too lazy, I'll just keep using the 4k fishtank video on youtube as my virtual fishtank 😁
I wish there was a plug in fake aquarium with lights and sounds and moving fish
planning on getting a 20 gallon tank set up in my room this will be my first time but i’ve always wanted to do this since i was a kid i am super dedicated to have this as my side hobby other than my car lmao trying to take in as much information as possible!!
Great tutorial. Good ideas and really giving people a good head start.
Nice video, Jason! I'm glad that you updated this. Planning to share with friends who are just getting started. Thanks!
Thank you!
Happy I watch this video
Brand new to this and eager to learn. Great video, thanks!
I got my 90 gallon hermit crab tank with 12 inches of substrate and decor everywhere and 2.5 gallon water pools on my dresser lol thing is HEAVY
Great Video , I love your channel 😁Even tho I have currently alot of tanks , love watching your videos to get even more information 🤓I'm loving the hobby even more as I get deeper into😇
I love this video, it's fishkeeping crashcourse.
Thank you!
So appreciate the time and effort you put into the youtube channel. Professor Prime!
Thank you for being here!
Thinking about getting into the hobby, so helpful thank you.
I do think my fish keeping may be temporary...until I get into marine biology!!! I'm currently an ocean loving teenager who lives no where near the ocean😮💨 I'm currently pretty broke but I hope to eventually have salt water fish😁 I really hope I can get into this hobby for the meanwhile and your videos really help❤
Have fun!
Newbie here and I really appreciate the info you provided in this video! Thanks a lot!!
What a fantastic start - thanks PTA
This was very informative. Now that I know you have a professional education I'm subscribed too - good to have that side of knowledge!
This is a great video and what a wonderful resource for somebody coming into the aquarium hobby or even somebody who's had tanks and is wanting to set up a new one like myself!
I agree a 10 gallon is a great starting point and usually very affordable. Plus it gives someone an opportunity to set up a really nice planted tank 😁 with some easy low light plants!!
Always the best tips and education with dealing with our aquariums on CZcams....
Prime Time Aquatics!! You guys rock!!
Have a very blessed day! 🙏🌿🐟🌿💚
Thank you! Appreciate it!
This is going to be so helpful! My family is thinking of getting fish, and don’t know how to take care of fish.
You're in the right place. Have fun!
Thank you for a helpful video - will be watching your other videos too
Epic beard, my guy! Very helpful!
Thank you sir.
Thank you so much for this series! It’s so helpful for a new fish owner like me :) 😊
Glad you are here!
Great video! Even though I'm not new to the hobby, I still enjoyed watching! It's good to go back and review the basics once in a while.
Thank you! And thank you for all your help with the livestreams!
Any time!
Thanks bud 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Thanks a lot, I'm starting with a low tech 60lt tank just added good quality sand and filter and researching what plants and fish will I keep. Nice vids!
i'm new to this and i would get myself a fish tank this year and this guide is helpful
Cool - have fun!
Very nice piece of information , thank you so much
Awesome video! Looking forward to the rest of the series. 🐟
Thank you!
thank you much appreciated
Thank you for this kind sir. Your very informative!!
Wow still learning beginner stuff thanks Jason I struggle with maintaining 82 degrees in my 20 high. Didn’t consider it being at the back door would be an issue. It sits right at our back door with heavy traffic
good talk! i'm not a novice but you give me some ideas
Lol iv been keeping fish for 15years bro but this is still an interesting video well done
Excellent thank you. Just what l needed to watch as I’m considering acquiring a fish tank. Best wishes and take care, from Rob, United Kingdom
I'm not a beginner myself, but I find this super helpful. 👍
Thank you!
Love your videos. Just retired and looking into setting up a 55 gallon. Got the tank from Petco. Almost finished the stand, 2X4s. Now I need to find everything else. My town dose not have a local fish shop. Is it a good idea to by fish form the internet?
If your local Petco does not have the fish you want, and you don't have any local fish stores, yes you can buy fish from the internet. Just make sure they have good reviews, have live arrival guarantees, and use heat packs/cold packs depending on the season. No matter where you get fish from though, quarantining is a great idea! Good luck on your 55 gallon, and keep us posted!
Here's another nice one from you!! Thanks for sharing😘
Thank you!
thank you! i’m looking into getting a fish for college and i don’t want to accidentally abuse and neglect it!
Glad you are here!
My problem: Started my outdoor pond this year and need to bring my 6 large goldfish in for the winter - so decided on an aquarium. Neighbor let me have a bow-front 72 gal tank. Is my experience of caring for the pond (50 gal) for 6 months enough? I plan to put the goldfish back in the pond come Spring and keep the other fish I buy inside. I think I will watch your other videos. I need all the advice you got! My first tank!
The big thing is having enough cycled media to account for the heavy bioload at first.
I’m planning on getting a 10 gallon tank as my first fish tank.
Its so difficult to explain all those stuff to my parents i already know everything but my parents are still hesitating about it.