Caring for Your Aquatic Terrarium (General Guide)

Welcome to the wonderful world of PlantPico aquatic terrariums! 🐠🌿 Whether you own Eden's Pond, Water World, MiniHaven, or Water Falling, this guide will help you maintain a thriving aquatic ecosystem.

Setting Up Your Aquatic Terrarium 🏗️

1. Location: Place in a spot with stable temperature, away from direct sunlight and drafts.

2. Water Prep: If setting up fresh, fill with dechlorinated water and let sit for 24 hours before adding fish.

Fish Capacity and Comfort 🐠

Important Note: To ensure the comfort and well-being of your aquatic friends:

• For small aquatic terrariums, we recommend either:

  • One medium-sized fish, or

  • Two small fish

• Don't overcrowd! More fish = more stress and imbalanced ecosystem.

Feeding Time 🍽️

1. Portion Control: Feed small amounts 2-3 times daily. Fish should consume all food within 2-3 minutes.

2. Variety: Offer a mix of flakes, pellets, and occasional treats like freeze-dried bloodworms.

Plant Care (Land Section) 🌱

Watering: Water the land plants (including any trees) once per week.

• Trees like Syzygium buxifolium need watering 1x per week

• Water the moss and terrestrial plants gently

Lighting: Provide at least 6 hours of light daily:

• Use the PlantPico lamp (recommended)

• Or place in bright, indirect sunlight

Keeping the Water Crystal Clear 💧

Regular Water Changes: Replace 20-25% of the water weekly. You have two options:

a) Using PlantPico Water Changer (Recommended):

• Easily remove old water and debris

• Designed specifically for your aquatic terrarium

• Gently refill, minimizing disturbance to fish

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b) Manual Method (For complete water changes):

1. Remove fish to a separate container with their tank water

2. Gently clean inside with soft sponge (no soap!)

3. Refill with dechlorinated water at same temperature

4. Reintroduce fish carefully

No Soap: Never use soap or chemicals - harmful to fish and plants!

Maintaining Perfect Balance 🌡️

1. Temperature: Keep water between 75-80°F (24-27°C) for tropical fish.

2. pH Levels: Aim for pH 6.8-7.8. Test weekly and adjust as needed.

3. Balance: Your aquatic terrarium is a delicate ecosystem. Fish and plant health are interconnected!

Health Check 🩺

1. Daily Observation: Watch for changes in fish behavior, appetite, or appearance.

2. Plant Health: Monitor for yellowing leaves or algae overgrowth.

Vacation Care 🏖️

1. Automatic Feeders: For short trips (up to 1 week).

2. Fish Sitters: For longer absences, have someone perform water changes and feeding.

Remember, a happy aquatic terrarium means happy fish and plants! 🐠🌿💙

For specific care for your model, check the individual guides below!