Yes Garra Rufa fish are allowed into the UK. There are now a growing number of importers of this fish. Many Koi carp dealers are also beginning to import Garra Rufa from various countries around the world. These fish are also now being bred within the UK to meet the sudden rise in demand as the interest in fish pedicure therapy has dramatically increased.
No, Garra Rufa Fish are not legal in Australia due to strict biosecurity regulations. They are classified as a noxious aquatic species and their importation and possession are prohibited to prevent potential ecological and environmental impacts.
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Garra Rufa, Nibble Fish, Kangal Fish.
Garra Ruffa Fish for spa use including the fully equiped fish "spa" for feet, hands and body can be ordered from GarraRuffaSpa@refreshtherapy.co.za
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No. To date, importing Garra rufa fish has not been approved by the Australian Government's Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts.
Garra fish foot treatment unit set up cost. There are an increasing number of units available that typically fall into two categories, these are the garra fish foot systems and the full body systems and can be purchased as single or double units. Average prices are: -Single seat Garra rufa fish system £1300 - £1600 + vatTwin seat Garra rufa fish system £2000 - £3000 + vatFull body Garra rufa fish system £3500 +The prices above are for complete systems, which practically covers everything you will need to get your doctor fish pedicure business started.
Yes, it is perfectly legal to buy Garra Rufa fish in the US; it is however illegal to use them for fish pedicure therapy within certain states. Currently Garra Rufa pedicures are banned in 14 states. The fish itself is perfectly legal to buy and own as an aquarium fish just like any other.Most information regarding Garra Rufa and fish pedicures can be found at the link provided below.
Doctor Fish or Garra Rufa.
No, Garra is not made out of sand. Garra is a genus of freshwater fish in the family Cyprinidae. They are known for their unique sucking mouthparts and are often used in aquariums to help clean up algae.
The average life span of the Garra Rufa fish is 4-7 years in a well maintained aquarium. For Garra Rufa that are used in foot pedicure spas life expectancy is somewhat lower at 3-5 years. This is due to the stocking levels for spa use. Garra Rufa are quite a hardy species though as with all fish, life expectancy can be directly linked to water quality and environmental control.