A guide to fish tanks for busy professionals

[Lipig]

Fishkeeping is a hobby that demands time and attention - it's not just about having a pretty display. I've found ways to make maintenance easier, like ditching the buckets for a hose, but that's about it. There are some exceptions, of course - people with crazy schedules or those who travel a lot might need some extra help. But let's be real, if you can't dedicate time to your fish, it's just a decoration. I've seen people throw money at the problem, getting bigger tanks and fancier fish, but that's not the point. The point is to enjoy the hobby, not just to have something that looks nice.

[TwinTankman]

Who needs automation, really. I've seen it all before in this hobby, and it's just a myth that it's going to make everything easier. I've worked in industrial automation, and I know how much maintenance those systems need. You're just trading one type of maintenance for another. I'd rather spend my time enjoying my tanks, not diagnosing issues with the automation. And what's the point of having a hobby if you're not going to put in the time and effort. It's like having a pet, you need to care for it, not just let a machine do it for you.

[Lipig]

I essentially figured out that I don't need automation in my tanks. I've had a lot of tanks for a long time, 20 of them actually, and I've gotten into a routine. There are two times I check on them, when I feed and during weekly maintenance. That's when I make sure everything is okay, the obvious stuff like injured fish or issues with filtration. I also get to see my fish and make sure they're healthy. If I had automation, I'd miss out on that.