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For a freshwater tank, its safe to add fish after the the ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels are safe for fish. Ammonia and nitrite should be at 0 ppm and nitrate levels should be very low, under 50 ppm. You should also make sure that other parameters are safe for the species of fish that will be living in the tank.
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How many fish can a 55 gal fish tank hold?
Calculating how many fish is often decided by what is called the 1 inch per gallon rule i.e. you could have 55 fish of 1 inch long fully mature. However there are many variables inlcuding filtration, surface area of tank, the species you get and how messy that species is. The best way to decide is to discuss it with a aquarium store owner (not large stores such as pets@home etc as they have terrible knowledge of species and fishkeeping in general.
Does leaving a fish tank open kill the fish inside?
Not in its self. The fish could jump out of the tank and land outside the tank, though.
What do you put in a fish tank?
a fish
Why does your fish tank produce a foam ath the sides of the fish tank on top of the water?
the cause might be a sick fish, a dirty tank, or over feeding.
How many ounces are in an average fish tank?
The average fish tank is ten gallons. there are 128 ounces in a gallon so 12800 ounces to the average fish tank.
What is an example of a ecosystem?
A fish tank would be considered an ecosyestem because there is a living thing in it. (the fish)
How long is a big fish tank?
A big fish tank is as long as its been built. 'Big' is a subjective term. Ask yourself, how long is a big fish tank, to me? That is where your answer lies. For me, a 'big' fish tank is anything over at or over 4 feet long.
Will sea urchins eat fish food that you give a fish in a tank?
Yes, urchins are considered "cleaners" and will scavenge the bottom of the tank for food.
How long do you have to wait after filling the tank to add the fish?
Put the fish in 2 days after you get the tank, they live longer.
What is considered a high sulfate level in a fish tank?
Any sulphate (sulphur) at all would be considered dangerous and potentially deadly to fish.
How long does it take for an Oscar fish to get used to a new tank?
How long does it take for a oscar to get used to a new tank
WHEN can fish be considered a renewable resource?
As long as fish have an environment that allows reproduction, it is a renewable resource (for food). Just don't eat every fish in the tank at once!
How long is gestation for fish?
28-114 days for your average fishy in a fish tank.
Can you put aquarium fish in air condition room?
you can as long as you have a filter and a fish tank
How long does it take for a fish on bratz fish tank game to turn 1?
a day
How long does it take for fish on bratz fish tank game to turn 1?
a day
How long do picasamus fish live in a fresh wter tank?
It can probably live for 20 years as long as it is in a healthy tank
