Aquariums
These sites are about saltwater and freshwater aquariums. Find out how to set up home aquariums and how to choose fish suitable for the aquariums. There are many photographs of fish and tips on setup and maintenance of aquariums. There is a link to eThemes Resource on Ocean and Sea Creatures.
Grades
- 3,
- 4,
- 5,
- 6,
- 7,
- 8,
- 9,
- 10,
- 11,
- 12
Links
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BBC: Top Tips
Students can learn the "top ten fishkeeping tips." NOTE: The "Talk" link leads to message boards.
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Enchanted Learning
Students can explore these fish printouts. NOTE: This site includes ads.
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About: Freshwater Aquariums
Find information on "Feeding Your Fish," "Equipment and Supplies," "Fish Profiles," and much more. NOTE: The site includes ads and pop-up ads. NOTE: This site has links that lead to websites with discussion boards.
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About Saltwater Aquariums
Find information on "Most Common Mistakes" "Saltwater Aquariums 101" and more. NOTE: The site includes ads and pop-up ads. NOTE: This site has links that lead to websites with discussion boards.
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Aquarium Professionals Group
This company provides aquarium maintenance and set-up in the Chicago area. Click on "Our Portfolio" for many photographs of fish and aquariums.
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How Stuff Works
Read this article on "How the Georgia Aquarium Works." Photographs are included with the article. NOTE: This site includes ads.
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The Aquatic Tank
See how frogs can also be kept in an aquarium. Read about the setup needed. NOTE: This site has links to external websites.
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Aquariums as a Hobby
Here are tips and information about setting up a home aquarium, required maintenance, and frequently asked questions provided by Sea World.
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Freshwater-Aquarium-Fish.com
This site has information on "New Aquarium Setup," "Tropical Fish Profiles," and more. NOTE: The site includes ads and websites with discussion boards.
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Algone.com
This hobbyist company provides information on converting from a freshwater to a saltwater aquarium. Click on "Aquarium 101" for general information and tips.
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eThemes Resource: Animals: Ocean and Sea Creatures
Learn more about the hundreds of creatures that live in the oceans and seas. Includes many photos and videos, audio files, and real-time images from Webcams. The animals covered include whales, jellyfish, dolphins, sea turtles, seahorses, and more. Includes links to eThemes Resources on Geography: Oceans and Animals: Sharks.
Education Standards
- DE
- UT
- IL
- OK
- AR
- AU
- MO
- NV