Feng shui rules on where to keep a home aquarium and how many fish to stock

Many people like to keep an attractive aquarium while decorating their homes. According to feng shui, a home aquarium does not merely add beauty but also draws in positive energy and prosperity. However, some strict rules are laid down on the number and colour of the fish and the right direction in which to place the tank. It is said that if these rules are followed properly, the household can prosper.

First, the number of fish. According to feng shui, if you have a large aquarium, keeping a total of nine fish in it is considered very auspicious. Of these nine, eight should be golden or red and one should be black.

Red or golden fish are considered symbols of wealth, progress and happiness. The black fish, it is said, removes all kinds of negative energy and the evil eye from the home.

If the aquarium is small and nine fish cannot be kept, three or six fish can be kept instead of nine. Forcing more fish into a small space is not advisable, because it then becomes difficult to look after them properly.

Now, the direction. According to feng shui, the aquarium should always be placed in the north or east of the house. Placing it in the living room is considered best, as it not only enhances the look of the home but also keeps the flow of energy good.

The fish should be fed in small quantities and at the right time, so that overfeeding does not foul the water. Maintaining water quality and cleanliness is very important.

Placing an aquarium in the wrong spot can have the opposite effect instead of bringing positive energy. According to feng shui, an aquarium should never be kept in the bedroom or in the area around the kitchen.

Many people wonder what to make of it if a fish in the aquarium dies. Feng shui regards this, to some extent, as a sign of negative energy, but the main reason may also be poor water quality or inadequate care. If a fish dies, do not panic: remove it immediately and have the aquarium water changed completely.