Grafix Aqua Critters Aquarium Prehistoric Swimming Creatures Science Experiment

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Water itself only carries a few filter bacteria, so moving old water into the new tank won’t be enough to cycle the new filter. However, half-filling the new tank with old water will minimise any problems with pH or hardness variation, so is worth doing on that score. When you feed the Aqua Dragons, don’t use more than one level spoonful of food - and always use the special tiny spoon that comes with your Aqua Dragons kit. Can I do this using ordinary twigs and pebbles from the garden, and, if so, how would I clean them before use?

If on a particularly tight budget, try untreated bamboo from a garden centre. You can silicone this onto glass or slate to prevent it floating and then bury the glass or slate under the substrate. Buy 'pond-safe' pebbles from a garden centre and a 25 kg bag at my local shop costs around a fiver. I know it’s best to use the old tank water, but do I put the fish in the tank with the new filter and old water — or would the new filter still struggle to cope?

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Why not take out a subscription to Practical Fishkeeping magazine? See our latest subscription offer. Have some of the bamboo going straight up and other bits more diagonal, yet all with their tips above the waterline. In this way you can create a really authentic swamp or riverbank effect that works great for all sorts of community fish. Yes, Aqua Dragons are living creatures that exist in the wild - their official scientific name is Artemia Salinas. When you receive them, your Aqua Dragons eggs are in a state of hibernation called Cryptobiosis, and they need you to bring them to life! See a full explanation of the life cycle of these amazing creatures here . In the age of short attention spans, a catchy name can be the difference between getting noticed and getting overlooked.Ensure your chosen name isn’t trademarked or already in use by another store. It’s a good idea to consult with a legal expert. Your pet store name should be easily memorable, roll off the tongue, and make a strong first impression. Actually, that’s not a tail….it’s poo! Sometimes it forms a string and stays attached to the Aqua Dragon for a while before eventually dropping off. It’s perfectly normal and doesn’t do the Aqua Dragon any harm.