marine aquariums.

species of marine aquariums? Saltwater aquariums can be divided into several basic types. 1. Cay 2. Fish aquarium. 3. Aquarium of the mixed type. 4. Theme Aquarium (akulyatnik, omarnik, an aquarium with an octopus or jellyfish) Coral Reef - implies imitation of the coral reef with the transfer of the landscape and people in small or large fish. This is the most beautiful, difficult enough in the content, is a very prestigious and most expensive design option saltwater aquarium. The focus of the reef aquarium that is clear from the name, is on a reef inhabitants: corals, sea anemones, anemones and many other interesting creatures. Fish in the reef aquarium usually contain small and insignificant amounts. In nature, characterized by clear water reef with a very low content of dissolved organic matter. For the inhabitants of the house reef, this factor also plays a crucial role, so to clean seawater to establish a complex filtration system. Also filtration is the role as the so-called "living stones" - the basis of the reef, which also serve as a substrate for coral and reef aquarium design element. For normal life to the inhabitants of the reef is a very powerful lighting suitable spectrum. Reef aquarium is considered the highest level of excellence in the field of marine aquarium. Fish Aquarium - populated only by fish with a small amount of algae, corals and other invertebrates (stars, crabs, sea urchins.). In contrast to the reef aquarium, in which the main role is played by a variety of corals and invertebrates, fish in the aquarium are the main target of marine fish. Preference is given to a major bright species. The role of the "living stones" in such a tank is usually not so great as in the reef aquarium, or mixed. The lighting in this type of aquarium depends on the wishes of its customers and is in addition to creating a beautiful saltwater aquarium. If you are more attracted to big beautiful fish, corals and not - this aquarium for you. Marine Aquarium mixed - it is the combination of fish and reef aquarium in one, populated by corals with small amounts of small and large fish. Usually there are a lot of mid-size colorful fish, but at the same time, there is a considerable amount of corals and invertebrates. Mixed aquariums are based exclusively on the live rock. If you want to see all the variety of sea underwater world - this aquarium will suit you the most. The sizes and shapes of marine aquariums. Tanks may be made of silicate glass or organic glass. Silicate glass produced only rectangular aquariums, height 100 cm and the total volumes of not more than 3000 liters. Acrylic (organic) made any glass aquariums of all sizes. Advantages and disadvantages of silica glass. Advantages: 1. Terms of manufacturing the aquarium up to a month. 2. Silicate glass is difficult to scratch material, so very easy to clean. 3. Maximum transparency and minimal distortion Disadvantages: 1. The limited in shape and size 2. The presence of docking joints 3. Need plywood joints every six to ten years 4. Can not be restored in the presence of chips and scratches Advantages and disadvantages of organic glass. Advantages: 1. Impact resistance 5 times higher than silica glass 2. Easier silicate glass is almost 2.5 times 3. Seamlessness 4. A large selection of shapes and sizes 5. The possibility of polishing and removing scratches Disadvantages: 1. Production time from two to four months 2. Susceptibility to scratches, so special care requirements...