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Foam on the surface typically means the filtration is inadequate. The tank is polluted. The foam is caused by proteins that are not being removed by the filter.
Either increase your filtration (this may just require cleaning the filter), or
reduce the number of fish and other aquatic animals living in the tank.
Frequent water changes (15-20%) per week can help avoid protein foam problems.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoSomething is wrong! Aquarium water should not be frothy. I would assume some kind of polutant is definitely in there (maybe ammonia?) I would replace the water ASAP. Check for dead fish, left over food stuffs going rotten etc and make sure the filter is working properly. Something is wrong! Aquarium water should not be frothy. I would assume some kind of polutant is definitely in there (maybe ammonia?) I would replace the water ASAP. Check for dead fish, left over food stuffs going rotten etc and make sure the filter is working properly.
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∙ 14y agoIf your fish tank is foaming up you have poluted water. There are a few basic rules all successfull aquarists live by. They are "1 inch of fish needs a minimum of 1 gallon of water." " Every fish tank containing life must have a cycled filter." and "Every fish tank needs to have at least 50% of its water changed every week." If you stick to those rules you will have very few problems.
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When were fish tanks discovered?
Fish tanks were not 'discovered' they were invented.
Is a marine fish tanks different to tropical fish tanks?
yes it is
What do salmon and cod use when they go to a war?
fish tanks
When were fish first kept in tanks?
The Roman empire had a very large industry making fish tanks, before that, the Chinese had been raising fish in holding tanks for about a thousand years. Before that, people were probably building fish tanks since before we understood how to make fire.
What tanks do homeowners in some communities use?
fish tanks
Why does your fish's tail look cut up?
If there are other fish in the tank, then it could be because the other fish are biting that one. i suggest u keep the fish in separate tanks.
Is duckweed okay for betta fish?
Yes, bettas are suitable fish for planted tanks. Unlike some fish they will not dig up, eat or damage plants.
Is fish hooks smelly?
it is the same as fish tanks
Where can one buy used fish tanks?
One can buy used fish tanks on AquaBid. On there, you can buy or sell used fish aquariums. Many tanks on there are cheap and afforadable, but make sure you clean it.
How do you relocate fish and fish tank?
That depends on how big the tank is. Small tanks that are easy to carry can have most of the water removed and then be picked up and relocated. Larger tanks will need to have the fish, water, plants, rocks etc removed and then be re landscaped after it has been relocated.
Do you have to change your fish tanks carbon filter foam and if so how long before changing it?
It depends on the size of the tank. Normally once a week is perfect but it doesn't really matter if you miss a week once in a while.
Can you get disabled fish that live in tanks?
no
