Freshwater Essential Items

Aquarium - Housing for fish & plants
Hood/Light - Secures fish and helps promote plant growth, enhances viewing & colors
Aquarium Stand - Evenly supports weight of an aquarium
Filter System - Maintains good water quality
Filter Media - Removes debris & impurities from water
Aquarium Gravel - Supports plant life; decorates aquarium
Heater - Maintains a constant warm temperature
Thermometer - Monitors water temperature
Jack's Complete Water Conditioner - Removes chlorine from tap water
Aquarium Salt - Natural additive that helps cure and prevent diseases
Fish Food - Supplies nutrition
Supplemental Food - Variety in diet & added nutrition
Bio-Boost - Starts nitrogen cycle in the aquarium
Gravel Cleaner - Removes excess debris from gravel
Books - For general information and good care