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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.

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.

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.

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!

Desktop Aquariums on Sale!

| Dec 15, 2021

Desktop Aquariums!

Selecting an ideal gift for someone dear or near to you may prove to be a difficult task... Therefore one should think well before acting, but if a person you would like to surprise loves the beauties and colorfulness of the sea, then an aquarium might make a nice choice!

An aquarium is an excellent way to invite the vivacity of fish to the interior space of a home since not everyone has the ability to get an outdoor pond. A well-kept aquarium can bring in the qualities of both fish and the water element to invite abundance, luck, and a smooth flow of energy through the room.

Aquariums make great gifts for those who may enjoy a lively yet calming addition to their office or home, and desktop aquariums are just the right size for any indoor space!

When giving an aquarium, fish, or any other pet as a gift, you need to remember that you are giving a gift of living things. With this comes responsibility on the part of the recipient. Before giving a gift of an aquarium, make sure that the recipient is ready to take on the care of these living animals and the responsibility of caring for them. You may also want to provide a gift certificate for the purchase of decorations or supplemental equipment if needed.

Either way, the new owner of this beautiful item shall have all the liberty of utilizing, decorating, and filling it the way they find appropriate! What's more, a small aquarium may be used in numerous additional ways too, such as for plants or other decorative purposes, not exclusively for keeping fish... Nevertheless, there will be plenty of options for them to work on the interior of the aquarium in order to refine its looks - and therefore make an impact on their daily living space!

Signs you may wish to consider a desktop aquarium for a gift:

*They are an animal or nature lover

*They for some reason or another cannot keep other kinds of pets

*Their indoor space might benefit from a li'l sprucing up or added liveliness

*They're looking for an educational opportunity to learn more about keeping pets

*They perhaps could use a little de-stressing ("zen" space) or

*They may enjoy a fairly economical but rather rewarding new hobby!

Try checking out some of our Desktop Aquariums and Kits that are 5 Gallons or smaller and are on sale 10% OFF now until January 17, 2022! (with your Extra Value Card.)

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.