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FISH TANK HOODS: KEEPING WHAT'S INSIDE INSIDEWhether you’re keeping fresh water fish, salt water fish, reptiles or amphibians, a fish tank hood is almost always a necessity. In the case of fishes, it keeps the more energetic species from ending up on your living room floor. Light hoods provide the illumination many fresh water and salt water tanks need in order to propagate healthy forms of algae, a staple of many species’ diets. Of course, it also allows you to view the animals during daylight hours. Keep in mind, animals sleep, so the lights should be turned off when you go to bed. A lighted fish tank hood also provides the warmth that many cold blooded animals like lizards, snakes and turtles need to function and digest their food properly. There are many styles of fish tank hoods, and here are a few tips on choosing the one that’s right for your needs. Let There Be Light. Or Not. The key differences between fish tank hoods appear to be whether or not they are lighted, and how they open to allow feeding access. Lighted fish tank hoods obviously enhance the viewing experience for people who enjoy observing the tank occupants. They can be used when the tank contains fish or other water borne creatures and when it contains “land lovers,” like lizards and hermit crabs. Note that lighted fish tank hoods can provide an important source of heat for cold-blooded reptiles. When used with a water tank, the length of time the light is left on may need to be regulated to ensure the heat produced doesn’t lead to high humidity levels. Access To The Tank Different fish tank hoods feature different ways to feed the animals in the tank as well. This is a key feature for the owner of the tank – different animal species require different types of food which may be accommodated by different types of hoods. Some fish tank hoods open completely in a gull-wing style, whereby both panels life up and away from the body of the hood. This would be most useful for owners who must deposit relatively bulky food items into the tank. Others feature just one panel which lifts up, which is probably perfectly suitable for the majority of water environments, where owners typically feed flakes or small pellets. A Finishing Touch Aquarium owners should choose the fish tank hood that is most suited to their individual needs. Once they determine whether lighting is a good idea and how much access they must have with to the tank, they can select the final fish tank hood based on appearance. The diversity of styles can accommodate nearly any décor, from contemporary plastic and non-corrosive metal hoods to more traditional wooden hoods. Using an appropriate fish tank hood will not only protect the occupants of the tank and the owners, but can also contribute to the overall appearance of the room in which it is displayed. |
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