McMillans Aquarium

21 Langcliffe Road
Ribbleton, Preston Lancs. PR2 6UE

Phone Number 01772-700665

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Opening times

Weekdays and Saturday10.30-5.30

(Closed Thursday)

Sunday 11.00-4.00

 

 

 

Tropical fresh water set up

The choice of tank should be as large as possible due to fish being sensitive to changes in water chemistry. The bigger the tank the less of the change.

Essential shopping list

The Tank Minimum size to consider would be approximately 60 Litres

Filter Internal or external the choice is yours but capacity must match he size of tank

Heater Thermostatically controlled to maintain water temperature

Lighting We would recommend a fluorescent strip light to suit

Sand or Gravel This may depend on choice of filter

Rocks & Decor To make your tank look pretty and give the fish somewhere to hide

Test Kits To check water quality

 

 

Weekly Checks

Ammonia Test

Nitrite Test

Nitrate Test

P.H. Test

 

Stocking the Aquarium

Use a good reference book to choose your fish and ask us for advice on compatibility.

Add new fish on a 1-2 weekly basis, depending on water quality

   

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