Great info.
Tilapia were our fish of choice for our larger aquaponic system. Not only do they taste good they are pretty easy to look after and are a hardy fish that can withstand a drop in ideal water parameters. Before keeping them however, there are some important basics to get to know.
Temperature: Tilapia require heated water, especially here in the UK! 28°C is the ideal temperature and this can be achieved with an ordinary aquarium heater that is the right size for your tank. A few degrees either way probably won’t make much difference but they definitely cannot stand extended periods of colder water.
Oxygen: Water dropping from the grow bed into the fish tank will agitate the water surface and allow for an exchange of gases, oxygenating the water. It is a good idea to add an extra air stone incase your system is on a timer and the…
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