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Brackish

Half freshwater, half marine, brackish aquariums are home to some of the more stunning and unique fish in the hobby. This special niche is growing fast thanks to a better understanding of the brackish biotope and advancements in the equipment needed to welcome the costal estuaries and mangroves into your own home.

Better yet, despite their mystique, brackish aquariums are fairly easy to maintain since brackish inhabitants are conditioned to moderate fluctuations in water parameters from normal tidal cycles.

 The Brackish Biotope
Brackish habitats can be found in nature throughout the world where river deltas meet the ocean…estuaries, mangrove forests, or swamps. In a brackish habitat, salinity varies depending on the tide, the amount of freshwater entering from rivers or as rain, and the rate of evaporation. Water clarity can range from totally clear to murky. Water conditions range from 70-86°F, with a pH of 7.2-8.3, and a specific gravity ranging from 1.006-1.015.

Unique inhabitants of the brackish aquarium
Not all species of fish can adjust to ever-changing brackish conditions. Those fish that do are hardy, active, and easy to feed, making them a good choice for most enthusiasts. Setting up and maintaining a brackish aquarium for these fish is not difficult. In fact, a brackish set up is basically a freshwater aquarium that requires the addition of sea salt and ongoing testing to maintain specific gravity in a suitable range.

Fish
A few of the most popular brackish water species are:
• Black Lyretail Molly- This species should only share a tank with other peaceful fish.
• Mon Sebae- Diamond-shaped, silver in color, and has two black stripes on the front half; grows very large.
• Green Scat - Gradual change from brackish to saltwater will maximize the beautiful coloration of this fish as it matures.
• Archer Fish - Distinctive, triangular silver body; has the remarkable ability to spit water at insects above the water.
• Figure 8 Puffer - Unique coloration, appearance, and personality; when threatened can inflate to twice its normal size.
A Brackish aquarium can be exotic and beautiful. Don't be afraid to wade into the unique waters of this special hobby.
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