29 Crazy and Unique Fish Tanks

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Serious fish enthusiasts are constantly thinking up more elaborate and ridiculous ways in which to manifest their passion -- or obsession -- with the beautiful and serene creatures they adore. 

Here are 29 pictures of crazy, ridiculous aquariums and a whole lot of fish who don't know what the heck is going on.

The Fish Highway must be really confusing for those little guys.

Guys in a Tank Watching Guys in a Tank

Fishy Car Smells Fishy

Water Changes Must Be a Pain!

This self-cleaning tank comes with a garden that filters the water while providing sufficient oxygen for your fishy friends.

Fish bowl purse looks cool, but no one likes soggy money and makeup, especially not the fish.

Fish and Bird Haven

The best ever use for an old computer.

A Tacky Toilet Fish Tank

How would you feel if giant jets of water poured down on your head without actually touching you? Kind of scared? Kind of confused? Kind of like a superhero?

Telephone Fish Tank

Fish Tank Coffee Table

Don't worry, the gumballs aren't real.

The machine's direction is determined by a sensor, which directs it whichever way the fish swims.

iPond is a speaker and unreasonably small fish tank.

The Deepest Show on Television These Days

The tank above was only designed to imitate the design of a television set, but the one below is the real thing.

Mini Aquarium.

Fish can be couch potatoes too.

A Very Scientific Looking Tank

Shark Tunnel

That fish has a life expectancy of about five minutes.

Aquadome in Germany.

Artsy Fish Tank

"I have explored the possibility of a genetic modification which enables children

to absorb higher levels of oxygen, thus enhancing concentration, focus and calmness as well as improving athletic ability and improving general health."

Saltwater Aquarium Guide

 Saltwater aquariums should generally contain fewer fish than fresh water tanks, because the species tend to grow bigger in size. Marine species may be bred in a captive environment, or caught in the wild. Captive bred species are easier to care for and usually hardier than caught species. It generates a great amount of stress for a fish to be captured in the wild and then introduced into an aquarium environment.

It is often difficult for them to figure out how to eat. Whenever possible, purchase your fish from a retailer that deals only with breeders or from the breeders themselves. There are five different types of saltwater aquariums.




The first type of saltwater aquarium is the fish only aquarium. This is probably the easiest to care for of the five types, simply because you are only dealing with one type of species. Amongst the saltwater fish there are both tropical and coldwater types. They can’t be kept together for obvious reasons. The water temperatures vary greatly.
Tropical fish are usually brighter in color, and therefore more appealing to aquarium lovers than the fish available in the cold water variety. Most people are somewhat familiar with a few tropical fish such as the Clownfish or the Angel fish. However, few people have heard of such cold water varieties as, the Shanny or the Tompot Blenny.





The second type of saltwater aquarium is the invertebrate only aquarium. These types of aquariums usually consist of shrimp, prawn, hermit crabs and perhaps even starfish or sea cucumbers. The third type is the fish and invertebrate saltwater aquarium. These are more difficult to maintain than either of the two categories separately. Certain invertebrates feed on certain fish, and the reverse is also true.



 
Therefore, it is important to research the species carefully to ensure that you do not put predator and prey together in the same aquarium. Diseases can also spread more rapidly and are more difficult to prevent and cure in aquariums containing both invertebrates and fish species.
The next type of saltwater aquarium is the coral reef aquarium. Reef aquariums can be tricky to maintain and must be thoroughly researched before attempted. The last category of saltwater aquariums is the specialty aquarium.
An example of a specialty aquarium would be an aquarium full of seahorses. Seahorses should not be kept with any other type of fish or marine life, because they are timid and slow eaters. Their food source could easily be taken away by other tank mates. Seahorses prefer to swim vertically rather than horizontally, and should be placed in a tall tank.



 
An octopus and a shark or a ray are other examples of fish that require special needs and would fall into the category of specialty aquarium.





Regardless of which type of saltwater aquarium is chosen, research is highly recommended before purchasing any marine life. Make sure you are willing to make the commitment required to care for a saltwater aquarium.

Saltwater fish aquariums

Saltwater fish aquariums are beautiful environments that bring the depths of the ocean into your family room or office. When you compare saltwater versus freshwater fish aquariums you notice immediately that, in general, saltwater aquariums have fewer fish than their freshwater counterparts. This is because saltwater fish tend to grow bigger than freshwater fish.
There are five different types of saltwater fish aquariums:
Fish only aquariums – This type of aquariums contain only fish, no other type of marine life is present. Within the classification of saltwater fish, there are two types: tropical and cold water. Tropical fish tend to be more colorful, and this is the reason why you see more saltwater aquariums featuring tropical fish.
Invertebrate only aquariums – This type of aquariums consist of invertebrate creatures only, no other type of fish is present.
Invertebrate and fish aquariums – This is a combination of the previous two aquariums. These types of aquariums are more difficult to maintain because some fish will feed on invertebrates, and some invertebrates will feed on fish.
Coral reef aquarium – These types of aquariums are very beautiful, but also very difficult to maintain.
Specialty aquarium – These types of aquariums will specialize in one type of sea life.
Critical Saltwater Aquarium Advice For Keeping Successful Saltwater Fish Aquariums
Executive Summary About Fish Aquariums By Darin Sewell
Many new owners of saltwater fish aquariums get to anxious and often add new fish much to fast.
Leave Your Tank Alone
A common habit among people keeping new saltwater fish aquariums is to constantly mess with the tank and maybe even constantly rearrange the decorations in the tank to get that just right look. So resist the urge and you will have a better marine aquarium with healthier fish.
Stick With Easy Fish
Some good saltwater aquarium advice for keepers of new marine aquariums is to try and stick with the easier and more hardy marine species. A good saltwater aquarium guide should be able to help you with a list of suitable beginner fish for new saltwater fish aquariums. Choose each fish carefully and research their behavior and needs.
Some Tips to Keep in Mind If You’re Planning to Give Fish Aquariums to Your Kids
Executive Summary About Fish Aquariums By Christopher Mendoza
Most of us had their first experience of fish aquariums as a child. Having your fishes die one at a time is traumatic for a child, so if you’re planning to give fish aquariums as a gift then you had better provide your child or teenager with the information they need to be successful.
Because you’re buying a fish aquarium to a child, chances are you’re going for a small tank. Small tanks are not suitable for beginners. Don’t go smaller than 10 gallons and make sure you populate your tank with small, hardy fish such as guppies and platys.
Most kids would want brightly colored decorations which unfortunately, can cause stress in the fishes. Now, the biggest challenge of aquarium keeping is choosing the right inhabitants. Most people want to have as many fish in the tank as possible. Expert fish keepers say that you should never buy fish the same day as the tank. Also, aging the tank will ensure that water in the tank is stable and that everything (from the heater to filter) are functioning properly.
If you want to ensure success in keeping fish aquariums, you should educate your kids about aquarium maintenance and overfeeding. Aquarium maintenance includes changing water in the tank at regular periods.