Novice aquarists often face such a problem - the water in the aquarium becomes cloudy. This can be due to several reasons and should be addressed as soon as possible.
Instructions
Step 1
If you poured tap water into the aquarium without letting it settle, it will become whitish and cloudy the next day. This is due to the rapid multiplication of microorganisms. It will be correct to let the water settle for at least 2 days, then pour it into the aquarium with soil and plants. Let it stand for another 5-7 days, until the ecological balance is normalized, and lastly, let the fish and other inhabitants go. In this case, the water will be transparent with a slight greenish tint.
Step 2
If you run a lot of fish at once, the water will become cloudy too. This is due to overcrowding in the aquarium. Since the balance is disturbed. Even after you add one single fish to the existing ones, the water can also become cloudy. But if there is no overpopulation, then soon the equilibrium will be restored, and the water will again become transparent.
Step 3
Improper feeding causes the water to become cloudy. This is caused by rotting at the bottom of the feed residues. Therefore, follow the rule: "It is better to underfeed - than overfeed." The fish should eat everything in 15 minutes. Or get some catfish that will pick up the leftovers from the bottom in a matter of minutes.
Step 4
The wrong soil is one of the reasons for cloudy water. Take well-washed river sand or pebbles into the aquarium, they also need to be boiled. And if you have bottom fish, they will raise the dregs, digging in the ground.
Step 5
If the water suddenly becomes cloudy, check if any fish is dead. Bacteria grow rapidly in a decaying environment and this will spoil the water in the aquarium.
Step 6
Water can not only become cloudy, but also turn green. This is most likely caused by the rapid growth of algae. It is necessary to clean the aquarium, increase its lighting and partially change the water.
