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Step 1 - Choosing Equipment

How to select an aquarium and the all equipment needed to run it.
Buying an Aquarium for a Child or Teen
If you have a child or teen who wants an aquarium, you may be scratching your head and wondering where to start. If you do your homework and make good choices, your young person will have a much higher chance for success. Here's what you need to know.
How to Select an Aquarium
Simple step by step instructions for selecting an aquarium.
Getting Started - Part 1: Selecting an Aquarium
An in depth look at factors to consider when selecting your first aquarium.
Basic Aquarium Sizes
Sizes and filled weights for standard glass aquariums.
How to Select a Heater
Simple step by step instructions for selecting a heater for your aquarium.
Getting Started - Part 2: Selecting a Lid, Light, and Heater
An in depth look at factors to consider when selecting a heater for your aquarium.
Heater Guide
A simple chart for selecting the proper size heater for your aquarium.
Getting Started - Part 3: Selecting a Filter
An in depth look at factors to consider when selecting a filter for your aquarium.
Beginner FAQ: Equipment
From the Aquaria, this is a good overview of equipment needs for the beginner.
Beginner FAQ: Finding Reputable Fish Stores
Aquaria's primer of what to look for when selecting a fish store. Good resource for the beginner!
Grounding the Aquarium
A short article by Albert Thiel about how to ground an aquarium - something that many people don't think of.

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