0
How long should you wait before putting a fish in a brand new fish tank?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
If your reticulated water contains chlorine (a gas) you will have to either wait overnight for the chlorine to evaporate off or use one of the commercial chlorine removers available at most pet shops. If the water contains chloramine (Not a Gas) you will definitely have to use a commercial remover. For normal water changes of no more than 30% I have found that the chemical removers are not necessary but that all depends on the dose % your local water supplier adds.
I concur. Just to add, I would make sure you read up on how to properly cycle your tank and use hearty fish when starting. Like the previous person said if it is chlorine (and a smaller tank) you can leave your water out 24 hours before a 30% change and should not need to add any chemicals to remove additives in the fresh water.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agojust until it is room temperature, or the temperature of the water they are currently in. it is also best to test your water for harmful chemicals before putting the fishy in it. =(
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoFrom experience by me and most friends i would recommend that you put the fish in the tank to later than 2 days, waiting a week is just guide lines, all you need is a clean fish tank.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoit depends on if its fresh water saltwater and the size
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How long should you run the tank before putting fish in it?
You should have it running for about 2-3 days before putting fish in your tank.
Should you cook the fish before putting on a pizza?
maybe
Can you put towels in with live fish?
No, you should not be putting material in with fish.
How different cooking timing affect grilled fish?
If you grill the fish too long, it will dry out drastically and won't be as good. You should time it so that the inside of the fish is flaky and not watery, and the outside is lightly browned. The timing and the temperature go hand in hand, so you should determine the correct temperature before putting your fish on the grill.
Will new fish die if you only wait about 4 hours to put them in the tank?
Yes, very likely. The ammonia levels will be through the roof. Depending on the size of the tank, you should wait a minimum of 4 days before putting fish in a new tank and even then, you should put one or two fish in then wait 2 days and put another 2 fish in.
Why does your fish not move?
The water may need to be replaced with clean, more oxygenated water. Of course, treat the water as you normally would before putting the fish in it.
How young can a guppie be before its pregnant?
no fish should be pregnant before a year
How do you sell fish on a stick?
Putting a fish on a stick and selling it.
Should you scale rainbow trout before eating?
I would think that you should.... AND wyou should most definitly COOK the fish before eating it.
What water should you use for your fish without having to put anything in the water?
You should put betta salt water into the the tank. You should put normal warm water, it cant be salt because they are not from the ocean. You need warm water it cant be hot, and i cant be cold because they'll die. So i think you should put warm water. NOT SALT From Kathy: If you're not putting any conditioners you should leave the water alone for few days before pouring it to the tank, or before putting any fish and plants in there. I'd suggest getting decrorifying conditioner. These things are just few bucks. Different fish need different temperatures. Usually it's between 76-80 for fresh water fish. Supposedly 84 for bettas and some others. But I'd do more research. For heaven's sake don't put your fish in a 'straight of the sink' water. The chlorine and other stuff will kill them.
What is great about fish?
Fish are easy to take care of. Their more relaxing that other animals such as Dogs or Cats. If you never had a fish before, i recommend you should get a Gold Fish.
How warm should a fish tank be before putting fish in it?
With the gravel, and the filter, and your ornaments/plants ready in it, you need to leave it for 1-2 weeks. (depending how desperate you are) You should not buy your fish unless you have had it ready for 1-2 weeks!
