How to set up a FRESHWATER AQUARIUM: Beginners guide to your 1st Fish Tank

Hey folks, do you want to start up your first fish tank and are a little intimidated by it all. Start small with these few simple instructions and you will be on your way to enjoying your first Aquarium.
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[FortunePayback]

Wow...7 years later and this guy is STILL answering every comment! That's impressive.

Thanks for the info! Basic and to the point. Looking into getting my first aquarium set up, and it's definitely been a overwhelming, but fun process so far.

[kalibratedchaos]

Great Video! I love that you, with all the experience you've gained over the years, still remember that new people start this hobby everyday. Videos like this one make it easier for all of us new comers. Wish you had done this a year ago, lol.

[soubiluv]

Thank you! I haven't kept fish in years and I needed a refresher. This was perfect! I think you hit all the most important parts.

[adrianechristian]

Thank you! This was very informative, broken down and to the point. I literally took notes! I know I'm a nerd... But I'm thinking of giving my son his first aquarium and had no idea how much work actually goes into this. I also had no idea where to start so thank you! :)

[gm]

This is eye opening. I’ve researched keeping fish for years but I’ve barely had any practical experience. So it’s good to start easy.

[orandapower]

your aquascaping is very inspirationnal, your tank is one of the few i trully like, and i really like your video in general :).

[timg]

P.S you tank is bloody beautiful love all those plants and that white Angel.

[deanmccullough]

The larger the tank the easier to maintain good water quality imo.

[MsInHeaven]

i am a beginner and what i really want to know is:
1. which fish is best for beginners ( tough kind of fish since i will surely do a lot of mistakes like overfeeding them or changing their water too soon or too late)
2. which plants are easier to maintain ( artificial or real plants). and if artificial plants, do i need herbivore fish to help clean the artificial plant from time to time?
3. which types of fishes will be best to be put together ( do not fight amongst themselves) including herbivores or janitor fishes if needed?
4. if i use tap water to set a fresh water aquarium up, what do i do to remove the potential chlorine in the water. do i add some medicine or anything to make the water healthier for the fish?
5. how do i add the fish? do i scoop them out and drop them in the tank? or do i put the dirty water they came in with in the tank with them thus making the clean water tank dirty?
6. how often do i clean or change the water in the tank?
7. how often do i feed the fish? if i got like 7 fishes in there, how do i make sure each of them get enough food and not that one or two are eating all the food i am dropping in for them.
8. is there like vitamins for the fish? or do they need any vitamins like the cats and dogs do?
you see, for me these are the basic questions of a beginner. a real beginner. i would be very very thankful if you make a video answering these questions. i will subscribe on your channel just in case you decided to answer my questions. thanks.

[nataliegilbert]

My ex and I have had several freshwater and saltwater aquariums; and you've taught me so much that I'd never known.

[pookbear]

Thanks for the tips I didn't know I had to wait that long and lost a couple fish :(

[botanist]

Nice video for beginners, of which, I am one. I’m planning on a 20 gallon long, low tech aquascaped tank. I’ve been doing some research for a couple of months, and plan on a few more. I want to be really prepared when I set up my first tank. I really enjoy your videos, thanks for all the info!

[EnderCurtis]

Just got my first fish tank for my son and I. A fluval flex 15g. Thanks for the in for. Can't wait to get started. Also, I'm from mass as well. I can tell you're trying so hard not to swear at some points 😂

[BetterOffRead]

Thanks! I'm researching my first setup, great video. Many thumbs up!

[Simon_Electric]

Setting up my first aquarium tonight. 20L. Im preparing to bring home guppies next week. Haven't had fish since i was a kid, im almost 40 now. This was very helpful.

[johnjwedrall]

Due to this video of yours I'm subscribing to your channel today. You've laid out all the points for me to follow in setting up my 1st aquarium. In plain words too. No fancy jargon. Thank you so very much.👍👍😉❗️

[WorldAquariumSingapore]

Cool tank and water cycle is important esp for first time fish tank owners

[MauriceMccomie]

Mike bro this is some valuable info for newbies man. I have a friend who needs this info. You just made my life a lil easier cuz of it lol. Great video brotha!

[thedude]

Thank you very much! I have 2 young daughters who want a fish tank so I cleaned up my late mother's 50gal tank and took your advice! Thank you!!!!

[andyeccentric]

not criticism, just advice: a tiny bit of editing goes a long way, and you don't have to apologize for being sick. this is a reference that people will be watching months/years later, it doesn't matter