Muddy water in the aquarium is one of the most common problems that even experienced aquarists face. The cause of the violation of biological equilibrium can be a bacterial outbreak, improper feeding of fish, replacement of water in the aquarium and other factors. In some cases, it is sufficient to eliminate the cause, and after a few days the equilibrium will be restored. But sometimes the turbidity of water in the aquarium can lead to the death of fish and plants. In any case, first of all, it is necessary to establish why the water in the aquarium grows turbid or blooms. And, only based on the causes of violations, you can take any action.
Why does the water quickly become turbid in the aquarium?
When starting the aquarium for a few days, a bacterial outbreak is observed, caused by excessive multiplication of unicellular organisms. Therefore, it is not recommended to populate fish immediately after the start. It is necessary to wait until the balance is established and the water becomes transparent. At the same time, water is not worth changing either. The change of water will only cause it to grow cloudy again. Usually fish are inhabited after 5-7 days, and to accelerate the process of restoring biological balance it is recommended to add water from the old aquarium.
Muddy water in the aquarium can be a consequence of overfeeding fish. If the food is not eaten completely, and settles on the bottom, the water will quickly deteriorate.
Also, turbid water in the aquarium may indicate poor filtration. With a large number of fish you need to think very carefully about the water purification system, otherwise very soon the fish will start poisoning with the products of decay, which can cause the death of the aquarium inhabitants.
Why does the water in the aquarium green?
Flowering of water is due to the rapid growth of microscopic algae. This can be caused by an overabundance of lighting or by the accumulation of organic substances on the bottom. When there is a lack of lighting, the algae begins to decay and become brown. If the water in the aquarium is cloudy and smells, then the cause may be the reproduction of blue-green algae.
What if there is cloudy water in the aquarium?
First of all, of course, you need to eliminate the cause of turbidity. If the problem is overpopulation of the aquarium, then you need to either increase the water filtration, or reduce the number of fish. If the remains of food are accumulated at the bottom, it is necessary to reduce portions, and also it is possible to settle the bottom fish, which eat food that has settled on the ground. When flowering, you need to darken the aquarium if there is an oversupply of lighting, or vice versa - to install a more powerful lighting system with a lack of light. To prevent excessive growth of algae, it is recommended to plant fish or snails that eat excess vegetation. It is also worth paying attention to the filtration system. The presence of good filters is a prerequisite for maintaining the aquarium and maintaining biological balance. Sometimes it is recommended to add special additives to the water, but most aquarists do not support this way of restoring the balance. In any case, it is necessary to understand that the living water in the aquarium is the result of the interaction of a multitude of living beings, so time and certain conditions are needed to restore the balance. Incorrect actions can lead to even greater disruption, so the main task is to create conditions for stabilizing the balance.
How often do I need to change the water in the aquarium?
Correct substitution of water in the aquarium plays an important role in maintaining equilibrium. A common mistake is too frequent replacement or replacement of a large amount of water. With a small liter of such errors can result in the death of fish. Before changing the water in the aquarium, you need to check the water quality, acidity and temperature. With a large volume to restore the balance will take about 2 days, with a small amount of water you need
In order to avoid problems, it is necessary to take care of proper equipment, start-up and colonization of the aquarium from the very beginning. With all the rules to achieve and maintain the biological balance will not be difficult, and caring for the aquarium will not cause problems.