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Aquatic Pets and Aquariums

What’s the best freshwater aquarium fish combination? What size tank does a pet pufferfish need? Does an aquarium need to have plants? Are saltwater aquarium fish right for me? Uncle Bill’s can answer these questions and help you find the right pet fish or other aquatic friends, along with all the aquatic pet supplies you need to give it a comfortable home.

Best Aquatic Pets for Beginners

Pet fish habitats can range from a simple rectangular tank to nano reef or betta tanks to a saltwater aquarium holding 100 gallons or more. Uncle Bill’s generally recommends that people who are new to maintaining an aquarium choose a fish that’s low-maintenance. Here are some excellent freshwater fish for beginners:
Guppies
Mollies
Platies
*These three types of freshwater fish above get along well with each other, and can live in a large enough tank in same-sex groups.
Bettas
*Smart, showy, but only female Bettas can share a tank since males are aggressive to each other, but male Bettas may share a tank with Neon Tetras.
Cichlids
*While fairly aggressive, some of the most colorful and popular freshwater fish in the hobby.

Other Aquatic Pets

In addition to fish, Uncle Bill’s has a wide variety of water-loving animals: 
Frogs
Sideneck Turtles
And Axolotls!
*Our inventory varies by location, so please contact us if you’re looking for a specific type of aquatic pet or stop by an Uncle Bill’s location near you.

Aquarium Care

Uncle Bill’s has everything you’d expect in an aquatic pet store: aquariums, filtration systems, fish food, and more. Our friendly associates can help you choose an appropriately sized saltwater or freshwater aquarium for your pet and provide tips on aquatic plants and fish tank accessories.

Quick tips for freshwater aquariums:
*Avoid direct sunlight to deter algae growth
*Once a week
    -Change about 10-20% of your tank water (varies by tank size and number of fish)
    -Use a siphon when removing water so you can do it slowly
    -Set aside water you siphon off to use when you clean the filter
    -Only add pre-treated or R/O water to the tank

 


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Aquariums are great learning tools.

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Whether you’re an adult hobbyist or have kids interested in science, building and perfecting an aquarium habitat is a fun and exciting way to learn about nature and ecology.

Aquariums promote responsibility without being too demanding.

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Kids (and adults) of all ages can participate in various tasks related to maintaining an aquarium, and they often become deeply invested in the saltwater fish or freshwater fish they select. Aquariums can also be a relatively low-maintenance hobby, which is perfect for busy households.

Aquariums reduce stress and anxiety.

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Have you noticed how many doctors’ offices have aquariums? That is not a coincidence! Experts, including the former Surgeon General of the United States, advocate aquariums for their proven health benefits, including reducing blood pressure!

Read more on our Aquatics blog!

ZooMed Labs' Paludariums!

| Jan 14, 2020

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ZooMed Labs' Paludariums!

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What if you could have a terrarium and aquarium all in one enclosure? Something for your reptiles, plants, and fish? Well now you can, with ZooMed Labs' new Paludariums! Build a dream home for your pets in one of the two sizes available: 12” x 12” x 24” Paludarium with a 4 gallon water feature, or our larger 18” x 18” x 36” Paludarium with a 10 gallon water feature. They are terrariums with built-in nano aquariums!

3 features to explore: 
*Canopy area for arboreal species where they can hunt or rest among the tree tops
*Land area for the semi-aquatic animals to spend their time along the water's edge
*Water area below the surface where fish and invertebrates can make their home.
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 Accessories available for the Paludariums include:
*Filters & Filter Cartridges
*Heaters
*Small & Large Platforms

Picture a jungle stream, pond, lake, marsh, or coastline - along each water's edge is a unique ecosystem with a wide variety of aquatic, semi-aquatic, and terrestrial plants and animals. Now you can recreate one of these beautiful works of nature in your own home with the benefits of having both an aquarium and a terrarium in one!

zoomed paludarium setup 2Interest in housing or recreating a natural biome habitable for exotic plants has a history that dates all the way back to the 1830's. Doctor and amateur botanist, Nathanial Ward, transported exotic Australian plants safely back to England in the first terrarium, known as the Wardian Case - facilitating from then on the interest and popularity of keeping a slice of nature in your home. The paludarium goes further by simulating a specific biome that can house aquatic life, terrestrial or arboreal animals, and living plants all in one enclosure.

From climbing plants, grasses, and ferns - to crabs, shrimp, and snails - to tetras, danios, and other small fish - to anoles, small geckos, and tree frogs - with the right research and setup the combinations can be endless!

Right now until February 10, 2020 you can get your very own Paludarium and Paludarium accessories at 10% OFF at Uncle Bill's Pet Centers!



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Are you ready to find a saltwater or freshwater fish store near you? Then visit the nearest Uncle Bill’s Pet Center today! We’ll help you learn more about how to get started with an aquarium, or you can view our amazing selection of pet fish as well as other aquatic animals and accessories.

Uncle Bill’s Pet Center is an ethical, humane source for a wide variety of pets, including Dogs, Cats, Fish, Birds, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Reptiles, Amphibians, and other small and exotic animals. We are the premier pet store in the Indianapolis area, with locations on the east, northeast, and west sides of Indianapolis, as well as in Fishers, Greenwood, and Ft. Wayne. Uncle Bill’s Pet Center carries a large inventory of pet supplies, and is committed to helping our customers understand and care for their animals throughout their lives.