What made you want a freshwater aquarium?

I chose freshwater aquarium because I find it less intimidating than saltwater. Fish and plants seem to be less expensive as well.

Found that fresh water tanks are a bit easier to maintain. The water we get here can easily be used to keep the tank running without too many issues. Our water supply comes from a clean water source, that is generally kept pretty clean by the company that maintains the supply.

It was just the easiest place to start, tbh. And since I have a nice ecosystem, there's no reason I'd stop maintaining it.

Generally freshwater aquariums are less expensive and they are less fragile than saltwater.

I started with a fish bowl and that is what triggered my love for fishes and freshwater aquarium was an easier option for me during those times.

I think I have maintained both fresh and saltwater over the years. I think the fish and the overall setup guide has been based on my setup idea and it turns out it was good based on the suggestions that I have got so far. I hope to continue with that as well.

When you look at the cost of running a fresh water fish tanks compared to others, you will find out that's less expensive to manage and it kind of suits the fish breed I want better.

It was the best thing that I would be able to start out with. Plus, I think that fresh water fishes seems to be more lively. I don't know for certain but it's what I have observed so far with mine.

Most of my dad's friends had freshwater tanks, so it just made sense that we got one too to join the crowd. It was fun driving around with the group to different pet stores in search of that elusive fish they wanted for their tanks! We'd spend hours in a big store wandering around and staring at tanks.

I was brought up with freshwater fish tanks as a kid and I always saw my parents taking care of the tanks and such so I learned a lot from that and it was easier for me to go with something I already knew something about rather than having to learn from scratch when it comes to salt water.

Ah, the classic gateway drug into the world of fish obsessions - the humble freshwater aquarium! Who can resist the allure of creating a mini underwater world filled with colorful fish and lush greenery? Plus, let's be real, the price tag on maintaining a freshwater tank is definitely more wallet-friendly than its salty counterpart. And hey, if your water supply is as clean as Joshua's, you're practically set for success! So cheers to the freshwater crew for keeping it cool, affordable, and less intimidating than the deep blue sea! 🐟🌿 #FreshwaterFanatics

Freshwater aquariums are like the gateway drug to the underwater world! I dove in after seeing a friend's tank, realizing I could keep beautiful fish without needing a PhD in marine biology. Less cost and maintenance? Sign me up! Plus, who wouldn't want to be the proud guardian of a hierarchy of fish personalities? Bet your goldfish has more drama than your favorite soap! Just remember, it’s not a “they live happily ever after” story; it's more of a “who just ate my plant?” saga. Embrace the chaos! 🐠

Honestly, what got me into freshwater aquariums was just that urge to have a little piece of nature in my room—without all the hassle (and the price tag) of a saltwater setup. People keep saying freshwater is "beginner-friendly," which is true, but there’s more to it! You can absolutely make things as technical or as laid-back as you want with freshwater—heck, you can run a low-tech planted tank and the only high-tech thing you need is a pair of scissors for when your plants go wild.

Not trying to knock saltwater tanks, but c’mon—with freshwater, you don’t need to haul in buckets of RO water or invest in a home chemistry set just to keep your clownfish from going belly-up. Plus, the fish are way more forgiving (neons are basically the starter Pokémon of aquarium keeping), and the price difference? Huge. You don’t cry over a $3 guppy the same way you would over a $60 goby!

Honestly, I stuck with freshwater because I like tweaking setups and watching plants take off. Plus, there’s always something new—shrimp, snails, rare mosses—without risking the wrath of the saltwater gods every time I top off my tank.

My main motivation was the diversity of freshwater species and the ability to create natural-looking planted aquascapes. I also found freshwater aquariums to be much more forgiving for beginners in terms of setup and ongoing care. The lower cost and simpler water parameters made it easy to start and maintain my interest over time.