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When you set up an aquarium, there are many elements to consider. At Gerber's Tropical Fish, one of the largest marine fish outlets in Ohio, owner John Gerber and his team of aquarium experts can help you with any of your aquarium questions. Gerber's Tropical Fish helps residents in the Greater Cincinnati area build the aquarium of their dreams.

If you’ve already decided that you would like to set up a saltwater aquarium, next you have to determine if you’d prefer a fish-only (FO) tank, a fish only with living rock (FOWLR) aquarium, or a reef tank.

Fish-Only Tanks

Designed to showcase marine fish, an FO tank is sparsely decorated. A fish-only tank allows newbies to become familiar with the equipment, water parameters, fish, and maintenance. However, it is more difficult to establish and maintain the nitrogen cycle in an FO tank because it doesn’t have the beneficial bacteria and other organisms that help break town toxins into less harmful substances.

FOWLR Aquariums

imageMarine fish are still the centerpiece of a FOWLR tank, but there is also living rock or fragmented pieces of old coral reefs. In addition to providing a natural habitat for your fish, the rock provides extra filtration and helps maintain stable water parameters. A FOWLR might initially be more expensive to set up than an FO tank, but it pays off in the long run because it’s easier to maintain.

Reef Tanks

Where marine fish are the main focus of FO and FOWLR aquariums, a reef tank is primarily stocked with corals and invertebrates. Reef tanks are usually built with living rock, corals or clams, and some reef-safe tropical fish. Reef tanks require excellent water quality, improved lighting and filtration, and daily monitoring.

With many years of experience, the knowledgeable staff at Gerber's Tropical Fish can help you figure out which tank is right for you. For more information about the best marine fish outlet in Ohio, visit the Gerber's Tropical Fish website or call the aquarium store in Dayton at (937) 297-0515.

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