The Nature Aquarium Movie

In April 2014, ADA Special Movie was released coinciding with the distribution of the latest ADA Comprehensive Catalog.
Part 1 of the Movie introduces the concept of Nature Aquarium, product development policy, global aquarists' enthusiastic comments on Nature Aquarium and attractiveness of ADA products.
You can also enjoy "one day in ADA" featuring the working scenes and exclusive interview with Takashi Amano. This movie is a must-watch for all Nature Aquarium fans!

Sumida Aquarium inside Tokyo Sky Tree Town (Japan)

The 4m- and 7m-Nature Aquarium layouts are currently displayed inside the Tokyo Sky Tree Town. They are, indeed, "living aquascapes" made by well-functioning ecosystem exists inside the aquariums.

The creation of the world's largest Nature Aquarium layouts was received as sensational news in the aquarium industry because nobody had ever tried before. And, the long-term management of a Nature Aquarium layout of that size is another challenge that nobody had ever successfully done.
Providing proper daily maintenance is essential for the aquascapes which continue inspiring so many people. In this episode, we show regular maintenance activities proceeded by ADA staff and follow up the changes of the layouts from May 9, right after trimming, to August 7, 2012. Please watch how ADA staff take care of their challenging tasks.

The Joy of having a successful Planted-Tank

: Video on how to maintain a high tech planted tank

At Nature Habitat Design Our Services

1. Freshwater Planted Tank Aquarium Design & Setup For Homes or Offices
2. Terrarium / Vivarium Set-Up For Homes or Offices
3. Aquarium Maintenance & Contract Services yearly, monthly or per visit
4. Rent a Nano Planted Tank for your Office or Home desk top monthly or yearly 
5. Basic planted tank workshop for one to one also available( Terms and condition apply) 
6. Ordering of Fresh Aquatic Plants with at least order of 20 pots mix per order
7. Planted-Tanks for school's teaching  science project
8. Custom Made Aquarium Tank available 
9. Want to know more feel free to call me at 92766180 or e-mail me at naturehabitat25@gmail.com.

What's new in Singapore's freshwater shrimps trend

Blue Tiger Shrimps




Black Tiger Shrimps Hybrid



Panda Shrimps

Having Tiny Snail Booming Population Problems In Your Planted-Tank

 

Do keep some of these fishes if you have a lots of tiny little snail population booming in your planted tank.They will help to control all these tiny little snail from booming in your planted-tank.

 Type of Snail to avoid  when buying Snail for you planted-tank (Helisoma Trivolvis )
Reason they can be bred easily in this planted tank setting.
Image via Wikipedia

Planted Nano Tank of 30 Liters Video For Office or Home desk top

Beautiful Aquascapes Around The World To Share



Setting-Up a Nano Tank video



Setting of live substrate & iwagumi set-up video



Aquascaping is also an art form

Tropical Fishes For Planted Aquarium

Tropical Fishes that you can keep in planted Tank setup

Shrimps And Fishes Fighting For Food

Why does plantedtank not bubbleing anymore

The amount of light and CO2 injection volume influence the photosynthesis of aquatic plants. Photosynthesis is not generated if either one of them is insufficient. The amount of light is not a big issue because everyone can get equally adequate amounts of light just by installing a lighting system that is appropriate for the aquarium tank size. On the other hand, the CO2 injection volume needs to be adjusted according to the type and volume of aquatic plants in the aquarium. In view of these facts, lack of CO2 is considered to be the cause of this problem. To solve this, install a Drop Checker, which indicates if the CO2 injection volume is adequate or not by color change, in order to adjust the CO2 injection volume to the adequate level. For your reference, the CO2 injection volume is considered adequate if the pH indicator turns a color indicating acidic (0.2 to 0.4) a while after the CO2 is injected.
Photo (Top): Oxygen bubbles from aquatic plants are evidence of an adequate amount of light and CO2 injection volume.

When is the right time to dose

Add enough liquid fertilizer for one day every morning when the aquarium light is on.
Aquatic plants sometimes do not look well particularly when the water temperature rises in summer. In such a condition, aquatic plants become sluggish just like humans suffering from the summer heat. In this case, a little more potassium, for example, a double dosage of Brighty K should be added to increase the activity level of aquatic plants. In addition, adding supplements such as Green Gain containing botanical hormones is effective when aquatic plants do not grow well.
Photo (Top): Enhance the aquatic plants' activity by supplementing potassium.

The Importance of water circulation and suface agitation in your plantedtank setup

It is of great importance to create sufficient water circulation and surface agitation in a planted Ecosystem.

Circulation will evenly distribute nutrients making them available for plants and bacteria. Aim for a circulation between 5-8 x of the tank volume per hour depending on plants grown and fish kept. Some prefer stronger currents while others weaker ones. Some aquatic gardeners use circulation of up to 10 x the tank volume per hour but they do reduce the water flow by using very long submerged spray bars which should be placed just below the surface.

Surface Agitation will insure sufficient gas exchange and will prevent the surface film from forming. Even though plants willd extra O2 via the surface agitation.
One should bear in mind that Oxygen is one of the most important electron acceptors involved in animal and bacterial metabolism provide lots of O2 through photosynthesis especially in CO2 injected systems it can’t hurt to ad.

The Importance of Maro and Micronutrients

The Natural Planted aquarium style of aquatic gardening tends to be less occupied with how plants are arranged and without more than the bare minimum in lighting, substrate and dosing aquarium water. While there is something to be said about the elegance of growing a planted tank with little to no effort, if growing the most robust and lush looking plants possible is your aim then you will want to get to know the importance of macro and micronutrients for plant growth. The Macro Nutrients that are most important for day to day plant growth are Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen, Potassium and Phosphorus (or CO2 and NPK for short).

Nature Habitat Liquid Fertilizer

Nature Habitat Trace ( Brown Fluid ) is a trace element mix of iron, cobalt, chromium, copper, iodine, manganese, zinc and molybdenum. Nature Habitat Macro (Clear Fluid ) are all of the above but with added N and P – Nitrogen and Phosphate. When plants show signs of micro nutrient deficiencies you will see that the plant may look as if it is growing as normal, but the new growth is pale or white. This is due to the fact that plants can only obtain micro nutrients from the substrate or water column as it grows, where as if the plant is showing signs of macro (N, P, K - Nitrogen, Phosphates, Potassium) deficiencies, you may see the plant show signs of stunted growth, deformed leaves, and premature die off, pin holes in the leaves or signs of brittle leaf structure. Plants have the ability to obtain macro nutrients from other parts of themselves. Plants will store macros in leaves, bladders or bulbs under the substrate as part of its root system, so when plants are running low on macros it may be a sign of long term deficiencies.

Creating Live Substrate

Power Sand Special is the substrate material with more minerals and nutrients. This is appropriate for Echinodorus or Cryptocoryne absorbing nutrients from its roots. It works with bacteria inside the substrate, and offer charcoal powder to the bacteria as a food, and creates living substrate.

Aquatic Plants Information

http://www.plantacquari.it/vedi_tutte.asp


High Tech Aquatic Plant Farming "Tropica"

Brief History of Crystal Red Shrimps

Normal Bee Shrimp below:

Groups Of Red Bee Shrimps and a Black Bee Shrimp eating below:

In 1996, Mr. Hisayasu Suzuki of JapanCaridina sp. among the usual black form offspring. He registered "Crystal Red Shrimp" as a trademark for this autosomal recessivemutation of the normal Bee Shrimp. The variety has gained wide popularity since in JapanJapan they are often known as Red Bee Shrimps. and worldwide and has been further refined by the founder and other breeders to produce specimens with larger white patches and intensified red. discovered a red form of red
 Red Bee Shrimps



High Prices Shrimps


As an example, Red Bee shrimp are divided into different quality levels and high-bred specimens have been known to reach astronomical prices, up to 9,000 euros/£8,300 for a single one.
Most fishkeepers face an agonising dilemma when deciding to buy either one shrimp or a compact car!


Of course, you could always buy shrimp, hope to get a large number of offspring and make some serious real money with these animals. But don’t count your chickens — or shrimp — before they hatch as these have some rather high requirements and often die tragically after a few days.
New keepers will then not only mourn the shrimp offspring they had counted on but the money they had invested in the first place. Here, the common mistake on the part of many shrimpkeepers had been to be impatient and not cater properly to their needs. 








High prices black king kong shrimps

Video on Setting Up A Nature Aquarium using ADA products

Setting up a nature aquarium using ADA product

Conserv,Protect Our Earth

The World We Live In
It is important to educate our children about the love for Nature.
Once they understand the future for Mother Earth we live in will be good.

My Objectives Of Setting Up This Blog

Provide support and assistance to both seasoned and inexperienced aquarists. 
To enhance the enjoyment of the aquarium hobby by providing creative ideas and useful information. 
To heighten public awareness of Nature Aquarium and it's benefits. 
To encourage responsible Tropical Fish and aquaplaning techniques and ideas. 
To bring together different aspects of the hobby in a way that makes it more useful and enjoyable. 
One stop Aquatic Blog shop for your Nature Aquarium and Aquarium Maintenance Services needs in Singapore . 
Do not miss out this wonderful long lasting hobby it bring peace and calmness to you and your 
Family at home. At work (office waiting lobby). At school educational science projects. 
The planted aquarium has enhanced the office aesthetically as it has provided to both the staff and the patients at Clinics 
and Hospital with a relaxed and calming effect.

Feel free to get a quote with no obligation from me or any information about this hobby. sending me an e-mail at

        
naturehabitat25@gmail.com or can call me at  92766180

ADA Products Highlight

Power Sand
Power Sand contains rich organic nutrients for plant roots, and helps to make an ideal environment for bacteria activity. Its porous volcanic stones secure water circulation, and avoid the stiffing of the substrate. It also contains rich nutrients for aquatic plant roots for a long period.The above three of power sand are of small,medium and large Sizes use depending on aquarium sizes.And is recommended to use together with Aqua soil below.

Amazoia
ADA's Aqua Soil - Amazonia is a popular substrate material which has been widely used for planted aquariums. Made of natural black soil, the soil encourages the growth of aquatic plants. In some cases, however, one of the active ingredients of Amazonia, humic acid, may leach out into the aquarium water and stain the water yellow. This is often reported during the initial set up period of an aquarium. Please keep the following instructions in mind when you first set up a new aquarium tank.
Aqua Soil-Amazonia was developed mainly for promoting the growth of aquatic plants effectively. Its black soil contains plenty of humic acid which helps the plants' healthy growth. Among the products of the Aqua Soil series, Amazonia shows the best performance in terms of the growth of plants.
However, humic acid has a characteristic for seeping into water and turning the water yellow under an alkaline environment. It is more likely seen during the initial set up period of a tank, when Amazonia's black soil contains a lot of humic acid. Humic acid is a natural substance and it will not disturb the health of fish and aquatic plants inside the tank. But if you are not comfortable with the cloudiness of water made by humic acid, we recommend you to take out excessive organic matter by frequent water changes. It will help reducing the cloudiness of the water though the result differs depending on the growth of the plants and the frequency of water changes. You may also use NA carbon and let it adsorb humic acid dissolved into the aquarium water.
Right after setting up an aquarium, ammonia is generally present in the water. In case the pH value becomes alkaline over 7.0, ammonia levels may turn to be highly toxic and harm the fish and shrimp in the tank. You should always make sure to check the pH value of the tap water before a regular water change
Amazonia II
Amazonia II shares same characteristics with Amazonia for promoting the aquatic plant growth, but it emphasizes the water condition adjustment effect. Compared to Amazonia, Amazonia II tends to lower pH and KH, and it is recommended for the case where tap water is in alkaline.

Malaya
Yellow color tone Malaya creates an aqua-scape of natural atmosphere. Its soft granules is suitable for the aquarium layout for maintaining for a long period.

Africana
Red baked soil creates the image of tropical rain forest. Granule is relatively hard, and it is easy to handle, compared to Amazonia and Malaya. As organic element is low compared to Amazonia, plants grow slowly in Africana soil.
Red Bee Shrimps Food (ADA)ADA Original Red Bee Shrimp Food is the world' s first red bee shrimp food containing Aqua Soil Amazonia and which includes rich organic constituents and minerals. It encourages red bee shrimps’ reproduction and helps to grow beautiful individuals. A good balance of plant and animal derived ingredients improves to form their shells and make colors beautiful, and enhances their health.

≺ Tablet type food is easy to sink in the water. Break into pieces and give appropriate amount according to the number of shrimps in the aquarium.
≺ Overfeeding and uneaten food deteriorate water condition. Remove residual food in the aquarium water on the following day.
Ingredients;
Imported fish meal, Krill meal, Squid meal, Wheat flour, Soybean, Spinach, Marine Algae, Spirulina, Torula yeast, Bonding agent, Chitin, Carotenoid, Multi-vitamins and mineral, Aqua Soil- Amazonia,
Guarranteed Analysis:Crude protein: 48% (Min.) Crude Fat: 4% (Min.) Crude Fiber: 4% (Max.) Crude Ash: 16% (Max.) Moisture: 8% (Max.)
Crystal Red Shrimps Feeding

Nature Aquarium Products

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Water Parameters For Keeping Crystal Red Shrimps And Sakura Shrimps

Shrimps can tolerate a wide range of water parameters. Please check the requirements of the individual species!
Temperature 15 - 28 °C or 59 - 82 °F, optimum for most shrimps 23 °C or 73 °F
pH 6.5 - 7.8, most freshwater shrimps do well at a pH around 7
kH 1 – 15 degrees
gH 5 – 25 degrees
Ammonium (near) 0
Nitrite (near) 0
Nitrate as low as possible

The Love For Nature = The Love For Nature Aquarium

Nature

I feel however , that a deep love for nature , natural scenery, and the
desire to have a piece of it in ones home or office , is a concept that 
exists in everybody , irrespective of culture and race.The nature 
aquarium began as an aquaristic respond to this desire. It is an art form
like painting , gardening or photography in which it requires a person to 
create a natural ecosystem , in all its natural beauty and efficiency , in 
a glass aquarium.

Understanding About The Nature Aquarium Ecosystem

Another thing, borrowed from nature and used in the natural aquarium - is the concept of the ecosystem. Ecosystem - is the relationship between plants, animals and the environment that exists in nature. Inside the system takes the energy and circulate materials. On the concept of ecosystem all living creatures are divided into producers, consumers and bioreduktorov. In the natural aquarium, this division belongs to the aquarium plants, fish and microorganisms. Producer is hlorofita, which is involved in photosynthesis, as well as aquarium plants. Aquatic plants grow through photosynthesis and release oxygen into the water. Fish and organisms use oxygen for respiration. Consumers - are mostly living creatures that eat plants and other animals. The aquarium is mostly fish, feed that should be given aquarists. Bioreduktory - this is, basically, microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria. They maintain good water quality, processing the waste of fish and remnants of food, and aquarium supply of plant nutrients. Environment and natural aquarium is stabilized, when the aquarium plants, fish and microorganisms coexist in harmony.

Method Of Cycling A New Tank

Fish Less Cycling?
Unlike the usual method, fish less cycling allows you to mature the system without placing fish under stress from polluted water. It means you won't have to choose hardy fish that you might not otherwise want to keep. And, if done correctly, it could allow you to reach a higher stocking density quicker and more safely than the conventional method.


How do I get started?
Most people opt for an inorganic fish less cycling technique. This basically involves adding a nitrogenous solution, like ammonia, to the tank at regular intervals for the bacteria to break down. Arguably, organic material, such as a piece of fish or some fish food would be the ideal thing to use, since it would also encourage the growth of the heterotrophic bacteria that break down organic matter into ammonia. These might not be present in the same numbers if you cycle inorganically.


We suggest using ADA's ( Bacter 100) and (Green Bacter). Unlike most other products for cycling new tanks this powerful biological supplement which rapidly matures new aquariums and filters. It's designed to make the tank mature any quicker. Ideally to give the filter a kick-start.


The food source needs to be added at regular intervals throughout the cycling process.

Do It Right The First Time

The most important in setting up planted aquarium is creating a live substrate.

What is live substrate?

What are the conditions for nurturing aquatic plants well ? We think it is necessary to create an environment close to the ecosystem of our Mother Nature in the substrate system. Various microorganisms exist in the natural habitat, having a symbiotic relation with each other.Aquatic Plants in a natural habitat absorb nutrients, generated by microorganism activity from their roots, and create substance constructing their body. Microorganisms also take in secreted substance from plant roots and degrade the substance for turning into a sources of energy. The degraded substance is again absorbed by plant roots. Such relationship between roots and microorganisms is functioning in an environment where abundant nature still exists, however those relationship is not functioning under modern agriculture method, using chemical fertilizer.
Generally, crop cultivated under modern agricultural method is vulnerable to pests, and environmental change. The stability, in the natural ecosystem, does not exist there.
This idea can be applied to the planted aquarium, and the substrate Nature Aquarium substrate was developed based on this theory. Water plants can grow well in a symbiotic relation between plant roots and microorganisms, and this relationship stabilizes the aquarium environment. Oxygen is indispensable for microorganism to propagate themselves, and for this reason, the substrate must be water permeable. It is also important for the roots. Live substrate is only possible with existence of good quality nutrients, abundant with organic matters to be degraded by microorganism. Power Sand makes this idealistic substrate possible.

Why Do You Need To Supply Co2 For Planted Aquarium Tank

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is fundamental to the function and success of the planted aquarium. Carbon dioxide is a chemical compound composed of two oxygen atoms bonded to a single carbon atom (O=C=O).


During photosynthesis, terrestrial and aquatic plants use carbon dioxide and water, removed from the atmosphere and combined with light energy to produce oxygen and sugars. Free oxygen is released as a gas from the decomposition of water molecules (H2O), while the hydrogen is used to generate chemical energy required for the formation of sugars, or glucose. These sugars may then be consumed by aquatic plant in respiration or used to produce polysaccharides, complex carbohydrates, such as starch, cellulose, proteins, and other organic compounds required for aquatic plant growth and development.


In the planted aquarium ecosystem, carbon dioxide is introduced through the use of a regulator in combination with other specialized CO2 equipment; a complete CO2 system designed to promote an ideal and balanced ecosystem.

How to setup a pressurized Co-2 system video

Planted Aquarium Set up For Freshwater Shrimps

Crystal Red Shrimps Eating Together Below:

Sakura Shrimp Below:
Crystal Red Shrimp Below:
Black Bee Shrimp Below:
Groups Of Sulawesi Shrimps Below: Needed a higher PH set up

Planted Aquarium Set up environment is also suitable not only for Tropical Fish but also for these different
type of Freshwater Shrimps

Pictures Of Planted Tanks

Pictures Of Planted Aquarium Tank

Planted Aquarium Tank

Enjoying the underwater world in your own space is one of the wonderful dynamics of the Planted Aquarium. Densely planted aquatic plants growing and colorful fish swimming about are a sight to behold. Even in a small aquarium you can find the drama of nature. Just imagine aquatic plants producing tiny bubbles of oxygen and fish swimming gracefully. The nature captured within the glass is full of life, and it soothes your mind and calms your heart. Let's all start a Planted Aquarium together.

Using Natural Soil Vs Gravel

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In Planted Aquarium, Natural Soil at the bottom where aquatic plants are planted is called the substrate. The substrate has three major purposes. One is to support aquatic plants and provide nutrients. Another is to enable microorganisms to multiply and stabilize the environment of an aquarium. The third is to render a natural feel to a layout. The activity of microorganisms is especially important since organic matter, such as fish waste and uneaten food that falls into the substrate, is decomposed by the microorganisms that are fully established in the substrate. In addition, the roots of aquatic plants and the microorganisms in the substrate have a type of symbiotic relationship. Aquatic plants can grow healthfully only when microorganisms help them absorb nutrients through roots. When aquatic plants grow densely by absorbing nutrients that are broken down from organic matter, the uptake of nutrients from the leaf surfaces and the release of oxygen through photosynthesis become vigorous as well, and the environment in the aquarium stabilizes. Therefore, the present substrate system was developed for Nature Aquarium for the purpose of growing beneficial microorganisms in the substrate to encourage the healthy growth of the roots of aquatic plants. The concept of natural ecosystem is utilized in the planted Aquarium substrate, which is based on the mutual relationship of soil environment, microorganisms, aquatic plants and fish.

Where gravel is concern it have the same function where natural soil have but do not have any nutrient or trace elements value in it.When gravel is use for planted tank set up Base Fertilizer (Mixture of Trace Elements and Nutrients) is use for bottom layer before gravel is place over it.