Salt water fish tanks are not as easy to maintain as freshwater tanks, and saltwater fish are more sensitive than freshwater fish. For these reasons, it is vital that you do a good amount of research before plunging into the world of salt water fish tanks. For starters, there are a number of choices you must make about the fish you will keep in your saltwater aquarium. Since saltwater fish come from the ocean, you can capture your aquarium's future inhabitants from their natural homes. However, this is not the most desirable way of acquiring fish for salt water tanks, because adapting to saltwater aquarium life can be difficult for wild-caught species of saltwater fish. It's a better idea to get your fish from a breeder who raises saltwater fish in captivity. Captive bred saltwater species do much better in home aquariums, and a professional breeder can help with some of the more complex issues that are involved with setting up a salt water aquarium in your home. …show more content…
Choosing from these salt water fish tanks is one of the most important decisions you will make regarding your saltwater aquarium. 1. Salt Water Fish Only Aquarium There are two types of saltwater fish: tropical and cold water. Usually, the brightly colored tropical fish are more attractive, so they are generally more popular than the cold water variety. Clownfish and Angel Fish are two species of tropical fish that most people have heard of, but many have never heard of cold water species like the Shanny or Tompot Blenny. Since you only have to take care of the fish in this type of saltwater aquarium, it is generally the easiest saltwater tank to maintain. 2. Invertebrate Only Aquarium Obviously, you will find invertebrates in this type of saltwater tank. That includes hermit crabs, prawn, shrimp, and sometimes sea cucumbers or