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11/07/2024

Sad to see this group go. They have served well.

6 monsters off to new homes 🏡

14/06/2024

Taeniochromis Holotaenia

Juvies availbale 6-7cm
Shipping available

13/06/2024

Taking Orders,
Best deals on lots of 10.
Shipping available

PayPal pay in 4 available for those who qualify.

Buccochromis Nototania

Mylochromis Melanotaenia

Mylochromis Glacilis

Copadichromis Virginalis Firecrest

Taeniochromis Holotaenia

04/06/2024

3 available
10-11cm
Shipping Available / "Afterpay" Setup Available

Pm for price

28/05/2024

Group of 5 EBJD

Electric Blue Jack Dempsey 💙 😍

Shipping available
Preferr to keep them as a group

19/05/2024

# # # Reducing Heater Costs with More Frequent Water Changes in Fish Tanks During Winter

Winter brings a unique set of challenges for aquarium owners, with temperature regulation being a primary concern. As the temperatures drop, heaters in fish tanks have to work harder to maintain a stable environment for aquatic life. This can lead to increased energy consumption and higher electricity bills. However, a practical and often overlooked solution is to perform more frequent water changes. This method can effectively reduce the workload on heaters, leading to significant cost savings and a healthier environment for your fish.

# # # # The Science Behind Water Changes and Temperature Regulation

Fish tanks rely on heaters to maintain a consistent temperature, typically between 75°F and 80°F (24°C to 27°C) for tropical species. When the ambient room temperature drops significantly, the heater must compensate, which increases energy usage. Water changes, however, can help mitigate this effect in several ways:

1. **Maintaining Optimal Heat Transfer:**
Clean water has better thermal conductivity than water filled with debris and waste. By regularly changing the water, you ensure that the heater can efficiently transfer heat to the tank, reducing the energy needed to maintain the desired temperature.

2. **Removing Waste and Contaminants:**
Fish produce waste that can degrade water quality, leading to a buildup of toxins such as ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates. These substances not only stress the fish but can also create an insulating layer on the tank’s surfaces, making heating less efficient. More frequent water changes remove these contaminants, allowing the heater to function more effectively.

3. **Balancing Thermal Load:**
Performing a partial water change with water that is pre-heated to match the tank’s temperature reduces the amount of work the heater needs to do to restore the tank’s temperature after the change. This balance helps in maintaining a stable thermal load, ensuring that the heater doesn’t have to work overtime.

# # # # Practical Tips for Implementing More Frequent Water Changes

1. **Schedule Regular Changes:**
During winter, aim to change 10-20% of the water weekly, or more often if needed. This schedule helps maintain water quality and reduces the load on the heater.

2. **Pre-Heat Replacement Water:**
Always pre-heat the new water to the same temperature as the tank water before adding it. This practice prevents sudden temperature drops and ensures the heater doesn't have to work harder to heat cold water.

3. **Monitor Water Parameters:**
Use water testing kits to regularly check the water parameters, including temperature, pH, ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates. Keeping these parameters in check helps maintain a stable environment, further reducing the heater’s workload.

4. **Insulate the Tank:**
Consider insulating the aquarium by using a tank cover or adding an insulating material around the tank’s exterior. This helps retain heat and reduces the frequency and duration the heater needs to run.

5. **Use Efficient Equipment:**
Ensure your heater is appropriate for your tank size and is functioning efficiently. An overworked or undersized heater will consume more energy, whereas a correctly sized, efficient heater will maintain the temperature more steadily.

# # # # Benefits Beyond Cost Savings

In addition to reducing heating costs, more frequent water changes have several other benefits:

- **Healthier Fish:**
Cleaner water reduces stress and the risk of disease, promoting healthier, more vibrant fish.

- **Enhanced Aesthetics:**
Regular water changes keep the tank clearer and more visually appealing.

- **Longer Equipment Lifespan:**
Maintaining optimal water quality reduces wear and tear on filters, heaters, and other equipment, potentially extending their lifespan.

# # # Conclusion

More frequent water changes during winter are a simple yet effective strategy to reduce heater operating costs in fish tanks. By maintaining clean, debris-free water and balancing the thermal load, you can ensure that your heater works efficiently. This practice not only helps in cutting down energy bills but also promotes a healthier environment for your aquatic pets. Adopting these practices will help you enjoy your aquarium without the added worry of soaring heating costs during the cold months.

19/05/2024

Pics of some of the babies to move on 😅

15/05/2024

As construction continues and things start to fall in place, we are urgently looking for new homes for some of our bigger fish.

It's gonna be easier for me to move them on rather than trying to shuffle them around in the middle of winter.

Phone to discuss only 0417443546
call after 4pm of leave a text so I can contact you back.
Shipping available

These are kinda my babies, so I would like them to go to good appropriate homes.

6x Large Albino Plecos 35-45cm
1x 40cm Hydrid Black Diamon Stingray female
1x 40cm Pure Motoro Stingray female
1x 40cm Mantilla Stingray Female
1x Pair Kelberi Bass Pure 35 and 45cm
1x Pair Kelberi X (unsure if xingu or mono) 35 and 45cm
2x Male Xingu 40cm
4x Lapradi Birchir (All Female 40cm)
1x Teugesli Birchir Female approx 40cm

Stock images. Will get actual pics when I can arrange a time to photograph.

20/04/2024

Prior to 1928 there was no such thing as colour. Everything was black and white.

Yes, I'm that old 🤣

L046 Zebra Pleco
5 Pairs
Limited Fry

L260 Queen Arabques Pleco

3 maybe 4 Pairs / 1 Trio
Limited Fry

L236sw Super White Pleco
4 Pairs

Shipping Available

29/03/2024

Pleco

Ready to go and Shipping Available 🚢

25/03/2024

Has anyone seen Michael Angelo?

24/03/2024

We have a beautiful pair of Wild Betta Macrostoma settling in.

Definitely an interesting little fish to observe.

15/03/2024

Copadichromis Virginalis Gold Crest Nkanda
3-4cm Available

Limited Numbers
💲1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ea

Shipping Available

06/03/2024

Finally, some good photos of them 📷

06/03/2024

L177 Queen Gold Nugget

Growing strong 💪

08/02/2024

L273 Titanic Pleco

2x 9-10cm
1x 13cm

Shipping Available

25/01/2024

So, today is a good friend's birthday 🎂.

Brendan and I have been friends for I think ....7-8 years....but we are both getting old and hanging around the fish. Both have memories like goldfish sometimes.

Anyway, he is as old as me.....constantly 45 is what we tell people 🤣 although he is closer to it than me.
He is gonna hate me for this, but he actually saved in my phone as "Bok Choy" and those that know why this is funny will have a good laugh.

He has been an important back bone of this business, a great mentor with the fishkeeping, and it's definitely something everyone should find when going into the hobby (a mentor) and an even better friend, always checking in on me.

Happy Birthday Brendan 🎂 have a great day off, and if you have him on your friend's list, don't forget to message the vegetable and wish him happy birthday also.

25/01/2024

With Day 🇦🇺 on the Horizon, we have plenty of "Ray's" to soak up: With Sun, Tanks and Tans what a great way to spend your day; dipping in your tank and having some "Bevies with the Boys".

We all like the designer hybrid stingrays with patterns that are being produced, but I feel our PURE's are well underappreciated.

PURE on the website and ready to go for Australia Day 🇦🇺.

www.hookdonfish.com.au/Stingrays

DEALS ON PAIRS
🔴⚫️⚪️Code: MFPAIR 🔴⚫️⚪️

25/01/2024

Decided with a small window, I'd actually update the website a little today.

I've been that flat out it's been a mission trying to get it up before it's even sold.

www.hookdonfish.com.au/pleco

24/01/2024

Another exotic aquatic animal for your monster tank.

Titan Panaque
Also known as the Green Royal Pleco

16-18cm

At this size, they are past any fragility and make hardy robust displays to fend off any attackers.

Easy to care for, and although maybe not priced as an entry-level fish, the care of it definitely is, with basic well maintained water and dietary needs.

Shipping and Lay-by available.

Will be available on the website for purchase

www.hookdonfish.com.au/pleco

23/01/2024

These guys are growing nicely 👌

Shipping available

22/01/2024

Every time I see this fish, the Muppet treasure Island movie song plays in my head.

With flags raised......sailing for adventure on the big blue wet thing 💙 🎵 🎶

The yellow flagtail is a great fish to add to your monster tanks. Growing up to about 30cm in size it makes a great peaceful addition.

Shipping available

8cm

21/01/2024

The number of jokes that went through my head as I was posting this........

Freshwater Crabs available
1.5cm

💲3️⃣0️⃣ea
💲1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ for 4

Shipping Available 🚢 🚚

16/01/2024

L519 Wabenmuster Pleco

Where do we even start with this desired little honeycomb work of art?

Although if I could 🐝 any fish, surely it would be the Wabenmuster?

See.....bee.....seee....what I did there?
🤣

It's too late for jokes 😅🫠

Shipping and Lay-by available

2 adult pairs available

Male 10cm
Female 9cm

14/01/2024

Who ordered the Cat 🐈 fish 🐟?

13/01/2024

Seems to be a trip through time ⏲️ at the moment.

With
Saratoga Jardini
Lung Fish
Red Terrors

And now
Senegal Birchirs.
If you were ever setting up a prehistoric tank theme, now.is the best time.

Baby Senegals inbound, 7-8cm

Shipping available.

Will be available on the website later in the week.
www.hookdonfish.com.au

11/01/2024

Lethrinops Marginatus

Whilst this beautiful sand sifting cichlid is carnivorous, it isn't over territorial within the tank and has no problems co-existing with other fish.
With a wonderful display of metallic rainbow colours this fish is best displayed with natural sun hitting your tank to really capture its full colour.

7-8cm

Limited numbers
Shipping available

10/01/2024

This is probably my 2nd favourite American.

With attitude as they grow, they add great colour to your tank with their bright reds.

For those that have seen them go into breeding dress with that split second transition of vibrant sunset black and yellows, I promise you no camera does them justice unless you see if for yourself.

If I can find the video of my old pair transitioning, I'll do my best to get it up and show them off 😉♥️

Red Terror Juvies are set to arrive next week
6cm
Deals on groups of 4

Shipping available

10/01/2024

When starting this business, the key focus was getting people "Hook'D on Fish"

With attention to care and knowledge and selectively picked fish, aiming to educate those wanting to get into this wonderful hobby.

From curiosity and walking in, too walking out with a new stingray, weeks have gone into setting up, moving, and providing the knowledge and continuous care in looking after these new and wonderful animals.

It's an exciting day to have your first pet stingray ♥️

09/01/2024

Personal tank pics ♥️

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Tuesday	17:30 - 20:00
Wednesday	17:30 - 20:00

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24k gold Normal females Ribbon gene males

When starting this business, the key focus was getting people "Hook'D on Fish" With attention to care and knowledge and selectively picked fish, aiming to educate those wanting to get into this wonderful hobby. From curiosity and walking in, too walking out with a new stingray, weeks have gone into setting up, moving, and providing the knowledge and continuous care in looking after these new and wonderful animals. It's an exciting day to have your first pet stingray ♥️

🌜🌙🌚🌔🐉Year of Dragon🐉🌖🌕🌙🌛 Saratoga Jardini Pre-Orders, set for Monday. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy your dragons 🐉 to start the Dragon year.