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Finding Nemo Syndrome - What Is It?

April 28th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Finding Nemo Syndrome is the reckless practice by fishowners of flushing unwanted fish down the the toilet or releasing them into waterways. Despite many years of education this practice is still occurring.

Newcastle in New South Wales looks like the latest victim of Finding Nemo Syndrome as a small feral population of the exotic fish platys has been found in a drain connected with the city’s main water supply.

It seems that the aggressive platy has few natural enemies in the wild - at least in Australia - and the discovery of these fish in the water supply has led some scientists to compare it with the the cane toad, the Indian myna bird and the rabbit as an introduced species with the potential to wreak havoc on the native ecosystem.

Please, goldfish and exotic fish owners, if you no longer want to keep you fish please dispose of it humanely or give it to a friend because the damage it could cause if released into the wild is incalculable.

Please Don’t keep your goldfish in a bowl!

April 15th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Goldfish keeping provides a lot of fun for many people. It does require more investment and more effort than most people realize, but it can be very rewarding. Many people get started in their fishkeeping hobby with a goldfish in a bowl.

Keeping goldfish in a bowl is not recommended as the small round space is very restrictive for your pet and will cause it stress which can lead to a range of goldfish diseases. If you have a goldfish in a bowl we suggest moving it to an aquarium as soon as possible. See Treating Sick Goldfish for additional information if you think your goldfish is suffering, and discover How To Set Up A Fish Tank at www.GoldfishSite.com
Goldfish bowls are curved, giving no accurate viewing angle. The bowl shape causes the objects inside to look bigger than they really are, and conversely can cause us to look smaller than we really are to the goldfish.

Fish in the wild live in different water conditions than the tap water we have. There are more dissolved salts in their natural habitat and their water is harder. Fishkeeping is also therapeutic; gazing into their silent world actually slows your heart rate, and calms nerves. But it is also a responsibility - a goldfish is for life.

Tropical fish need to have their tank water at a warm 78 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. Your goldfish, on the other hand, like a cooler water temperature between 65 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Tropical fish food is too acidic for a goldfish’s digestive system. It is true that goldfish will eat tropical fish food, but they may gain very little nutritional benefit from it.

Feed sparingly once daily. Overfeeding can lead to swimbladder (floating) problems, a condition that goldfish are susceptible to. Read more about goldfish diseases.

Keeping Goldfish

February 27th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Keeping Goldfish - Goldfish Care and Aquarium Maintenance

Fish tank maintenance is the first step in keeping goldfish and is an important part of owning a tank of healthy fish. A well-maintained aquarium makes keeping goldfish easy and takes little time.

If you prefer you can hire an aquarium maintenance service to come to your home or office and care for your fish tank and its occupants. On the other hand, taking care of your goldfish yourself can be very satisfying.

The Steps In Keeping Goldfish

The most important piece of equipment in your fish tank is the filtration system. There are several different types of filtration system. A type of filter that you will frequently encounter is a box that fits over the side of the tank. The water circulates through the filtration system, which usually uses charcoal or a similar filter media to filter out the impurities in the water. Another type of filtration system is a biological filter. Biological filtration can be used in conjunction with a charcoal filtration system, and permits good bacteria to grow in the tank which helps to keep the tank clean.

The number of goldfish you have in your aquarium can impact on the water quality, especially if you have too many fish in a tank that is too small. It is important to ensure that you have the correct goldfish population for the size of tank you own. Do not overcrowd your fish. After overcrowding, the next most likely cause of problems with your goldfish is overfeeding. Goldfish should only be fed an amount they can eat within a few minutes. If you feed your goldfish too much, the uneaten food will fall to the bottom of the tank and turn into sludge which will not provide a healthy environment for your fish to live in. Uneaten food can also lead to algal growth.

Partial Water Changes

You will need to perform partial water changes every two weeks or so as a central part of keeping goldfish. This keeps the algae level down and helps to maintain a healthy environment for your goldfish. Typically, siphon off about 20 percent of the water and replace with fresh water. If your tap water contains chlorine it is imperative that you add a chlorine neutralizer when adding fresh water to your fish tank.

Observe Your Fish Daily

Observe your goldfish on a daily basis. Ensure that all your equipment is running properly. Always make sure your filter is running as it can sometimes lose its prime if there is a power outage. Make sure your air pump is working properly, too, to ensure your goldfish have plenty of oxygen. Goldfish don’t need a heater but if you have tropical fish they will require a heater to maintain the water temperature.

Just keeping an eye on your fish on a daily basis and observing their behavior can help with your goldfish care and tank maintenance. If you notice any behavioral problems with your fish, take a proactive approach to determine what is wrong with them and treat the symptoms immediately. Sick fish should be put into a quarantine tank if possible while being treated.

Maintaining a clean aquarium and a healthy living environment are not difficult tasks in keeping goldfish, and a little preventative fish tank maintenance on a regular basis will keep your fish healthy and disease free.

Where to Find Fish Tank Accessories

January 20th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

There are many websites available today where you can find fish tank accessories, and depending on what type of fish tank accessories you are looking for, you will most likely be able to find a multitude of options to suit your (and your fishes!) needs.

Choosing fish tank accessories is in fact an important part of aquarium maintenance, as by choosing the right kind of tank, equipment, plants, decorations, and optional extras, you will then by laying the basis for healthy conditions in your fish tank. There are many types of a fish tank accessories that you can purchase, including but not limited to heaters / chillers, thermometers, filters, air pumps, air pump valves, air stones, power heads, tank decorations and more.

In regards to heaters, there are three basic types: rod type heaters, bottom heaters, and thermofilters. The rod type heaters usually attach vertically to the wall of the aquarium, and are usually submersible. The bottom heaters are attached to the bottom of the tank below the substrate, have the advantage of being invisible. and are thus excellent for plant tanks. Thermofilters have a built-in heating element and they, too, are invisible but they are very expensive.

Thermometers are afish tank accessory that is truly essential to every aquarium so that you can monitor the water temperature inside of the tank. Air pumps were in fact one of the first accessories ever made for a fish tank, and they are used as a source of supplemental water circulation and oxygen supply. Battery operated air pumps are also available that can be used in case of a power failure or on long collecting trips.

Power heads are also an important fish tank accessory, as they are small and versatile water pumps that were designed for use with the underwater gravel. They actually replace the air stone at the bottom of each lift tube and then mount to the top, thus greatly increasing the water flow through the gravel.

Where Can I Find Fish Tank Accessories?

You can find most fish tank accessories at basically any store that deals in fish and aquariums. You will generally find all fish tank accessories at reasonable prices via online suppliers. Start by making a list of the items you need, so that when you enter the store/website you will not be overwhelmed with the multitude of options that are available for you.

For more information on setting up your aquarium fish tank visit our other website The Goldfish Site.

Goldfish on Bottom of Tank

January 16th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

A goldfish lying at the bottom of the tank or aquarium can be a cause of concern to its owner and can be a sign of disease in the goldfish.

A goldfish lying at the bottom of the tank is often a sign of swim bladder disease. The swim bladder allows the fish to stabilize its depth in the water.

Swim or air bladder problems sometimes occur in freshwater fish. When the bladder is affected, the fish will experience problems with equilibrium. Diseased or inflamed internal organs, poor water conditions or nutrition, and wounds received from fighting can also affect the equilibrium of a fish. Constipation is a common cause of swimming difficulty.

The fish will have problems swimming correctly. They may appear to be standing on their head, or floating to the surface and struggling to get to the bottom, or possibly even have problems removing themselves from the bottom. At the later stages of the disease, the fish could lose its balance and swim upside down.

There is no specific treatment for swim bladder problems, however, you can try isolating the fish to a quarantine tank where the water is shallow – this will provide some relief for the fish – and add one teaspoon of salt per gallon of water. If you suspect constipation is the cause of the problem follow the treatment for constipation listed in “Goldfish Diseases - Symptoms and Treatments”. After 1–2 weeks try returning the fish to the main tank.

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