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What is the truth behind the goldfish tank size myth?
The goldfish tank size myth suggests that goldfish can live in small tanks, but the truth is that they need a lot of space to thrive. Goldfish produce a lot of waste and need room to swim and grow properly. It is recommended to provide at least 20 gallons of water per goldfish to ensure their health and well-being.
What is a goldfish's size?
It ranges. They generally grow their whole life. The oldest goldfish lived to be 49 and I believe it was about 3 feet....The house hold goldfish lives between 10-20 (20 means you did great!) years and get about a foot long. They seem small as babies but rapidly grow and need large tanks. Small tanks and bowls stunt their growth and causes many problems besides how big they get. So to answer your question, they get big.
Do goldfish need pumps in their tanks?
It is much better for the ifsh if you add a pump or filter in your tank.
Is goldfish are happy in tanks?
Yes, the bigger tank the better. They actually HATE goldfish bowls. (they're not nearly big enough). Goldfish usually need a 20 to 30 gallon tank
What are the differences between cichlids and goldfish in terms of their care requirements and behavior?
Cichlids and goldfish have different care requirements and behaviors. Cichlids are more aggressive and territorial, needing larger tanks with hiding spots. Goldfish are social and need space to swim freely. Cichlids prefer warmer water while goldfish thrive in cooler temperatures. Both need clean water and a balanced diet, but cichlids may require more specialized care.
Do goldfish grow bigger in a bigger fish tank?
Yes, the bigger the tank, the bigger they will grow. Yes. The more resources given to the goldfish * more oxygenated water, * aquarium plants, * room to swim, * cleaner environments, the larger the fish will grow
How much water does 1 comet goldfish need?
Because a comet is a single tailed goldfish, and can grow very long, it will need at least 30 gallons on it's own
Hi i have a 9 leter tank and 2 small goldfish do i need a filter?
Yes, goldfish are very messy. Goldfish need 10 gallons per fish, you actually need a 20 gallon tank or about a 70 liter tank for 2 goldfish. But the small tank will do while they are small, you will need to eventually get a larger tank.
How did tanks get bigger and better in World War 2?
More powerful engines and guns created a need for larger sized tanks.
Where is a good place to put a large goldfish?
How large is large? Ideally they need either wide and long tanks, or a large established pond. The general rule is Fancy Goldfish need a minimum of 20 US gallons each, Common/Comet type Goldfish need 55 US gallons each, as they get larger and tend to be more active and capable swimmers. Their tank should be very well filtered too! For a pond it needs to be filtered and over 600 US gallons, a minimum of 3ft deep at the deepest point.
Can 4 parrot fish live with 2 goldfish 2 kois and a sucker?
Absolutely not. Parrot fish are tropical fish and aggressive, kois belong in ponds and not tanks because they grow very large, goldfish need 15 gallons each (fancy) or 25 gallons each (single tail), and a 'sucker' is indeterminable as there are numerous types of 'sucker' fish
Is it possible for a goldfish to live in a 1-gallon tank?
No, it is not recommended for a goldfish to live in a 1-gallon tank as they require more space to thrive and stay healthy. Goldfish produce a lot of waste and need a larger tank with proper filtration to maintain good water quality. A larger tank, ideally 20 gallons or more, is recommended for a goldfish to live comfortably.
