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Goldfish

Originating in China over a thousand years ago, the goldfish is a popular domesticated pet. They come in many different types of varieties and colors, from the original Common Goldfish to fancy Orandas. Questions relating to the care and behavior of goldfish are welcome here.

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Similarity between goldfish and angelfish?

There are many similarities between angelfish and goldfish- to name one angelfish and fancy goldfish (especially the oranda) both have several long delicate fins.

Should you feed goldfish in a tank during winter?

Most hardy types of goldfish can survive at a temprature close to freezing.
Perfect temperatures are 68-70 degrees F, however, they can handle, for short periods of time, temperatures up to around 78 degrees F, but can handle for extensive periods of time, water down to 33 degrees F, or just above freezing. Of course, when the water drops below around 50 degrees F, feeding should stop as the goldfish goes into a sort of hibernation and does not eat.

Why would goldfish stay at the top of their bowl?

A reason for goldfish swimming to the top is the lack of oxygen. Even if the water is perfectly clean, if you put too many fish in a small amount of water, there may be not enough oxygen in the water for the fish, so they go up to the surface where there is more oxygen. Constipation can be a reason for this weird behaviour too, and I feed my fish the insides of boiled frozen peas when this happens. It actually works! My fish are doing it again, so i plan to feed them the peas today.

Why does your fish's fins turn black?

Goldfish do change colour as they get older and also due to enviromental reasons.

Good quality food, good lighting and good water quality mean nice brightly coloured fish. Black is a normal colour for a goldfish.

The opposite leads to them fading or loosing colour.

My fish used to have black flecks, dad neglected him when I moved away and he lost all his colour and was a pale orange. Now I have him he's nice and healthy, turning bright orange again and gaining his black flecks back :)

If your fish is sick he will probably be at the bottom of the tank alot with his fins clamped to his sides and will generally look dull. :)

Can soap residue kill a goldfish?

A goldfish will probably die in soapy water, unless you change the water really really fast completely with nice, clean, no-chlorine drinkable water. All the harmful stuff in it will kill the goldfish!

Why do goldfish poo so much?

They are just like you and I. What goes in is processed by their digestive system and what is not used is passed out. If you are feeding the fish heaps of roughage then it will pass out more poo. If you are feeding the fish good stuff like earthworms then the fish will grow faster and poo less because there is less rubbish and more goodness in foods like earthworms.

Why do fish prefer the dark?

Yes, fish do need dark. They depend on the cycle of light and dark to determine spawning and migration times. During the longer days of summer and the shorter days of winter they spend time eating. As the days lengthen for spring, some fish like northern pike, muskellunge, and steelhead travel to spawning grounds. For other fish like brook trout and smallmouth bass the shortening days at the end of summer signal spawning time.

Another reason for dark is that even fish need rest. Food is easy to find while it's light out, so they are fairly active in the day. As dark falls, feeding activity slows. Of course, a full moon on a clear summer night, doesn't slow the walleyes down; ask any determined fisherman.

Why is black molly sitting on bottom of the tank?

its might be because of your water quality,do a 50% water change,see if that helps.also try and keep that ammonia down.ammonia is fish waste and un-eaten fish food that has been left to rot at the bottom of the tank so always siphon your tank.or your fish might just be sick,treat it straight away if its got signs of illness,if you leave it to late then it will be harder to cure.

Can you put a goldfish in the same tank with a tropical fish?

No, goldfish are best with goldfish with the exception of weather (dojo) loaches, bristlenose plecos, and apple/mystery snails.
Although goldfish can survive in warmer water temperatures, they are a "cold water" fish and not a tropical fish.

Goldfish how long do they live?

I heard this from someone. Though it is unbelievable, goldfish, if tooken care of well, can live up to 25 years! I have heard of a goldfish that lived 50 years! I cannot imagine my little one inch goldfish living for THAT long. =)

What does it mean when your goldfish is turning reddish?

If the red is near or on its head, it is stressed. Stress leads to a weaker immune system, which means it is prone to getting sick. Try these tips to keep your fish calm:

* Move your fish to a quiet room in your house. * Do not disturb it. Check on it once in a while. Do not crowd around its tank. * Add aquarium salt to the tank. Follow the instructions to how much to put. Aquarium salt is like soda to fish, except it is healthy for them. It helps them reduce stress. If you are ever in Chelmsford, MA, go to Fins&Feathers Pet Store. They have the healthiest pets ever! Just tell them Erin sent you.

What is a red eye goldfish?

Goldfish have a big red eyes because it could be do to its condition or because it could be getting sick also poor hygiene and no proper care so observe and keep it healthy

What fish should you get for your small fish tank?

A small breed of fish is guppies or tetras. In our science lab there is a fishtank with guppies and tetras in it and they are pretts small. Feeder goldfish are also small, i have two and they are about an inch each.

Can a bass eat goldfish food?

If the bass is large enough to swallow the goldfish then it will eat it.

How streamline body of fish helps in swimming?

The streamline shape of a fish has lower friction. Also, vortices form from the movement of the tail which save energy when swimming

Where are goldfish in the food chain?

well to see it go to google-image-food chain for a start

What should the water temperature be for tropical fish?

Room Temperature (*does not matter as long as you don't throw ice cubes in the tank or heat it up on the stove)

But when you purchase them with the bag containing them, do not immediate throw them into your tank; instead, put the bag with the fishes into the tank (filled) and so they can gradually adjust to the temperature in your tank.

Seriously, people makes this too complicated sometimes. They are fish, really easy to take care of.

I have gold fish and I have never bothered with the temperature, they are healthy and lived more or less to their life expectancy.

How long do you have to wait for the tank to get ready to put in a catfish?

When you get a new fish it is important to take it straight home! then You place the bag the fish are in, in your tank. wait 10-15 minutes before adding some of your tank water to the bag. wait for 5-10 minutes, then carefully put your fish in the tank with a net. wait 24 hours before feeding them.

Before you buy your fish make sure you leave the water to set for at least 5-7 days.

So to put a fish in a new tank it takes around 15-25 minutes.

Can clams survive in a fish tank?

Clams eat plankton. They are filter feeders, meaning they pump water into their bodies and filter the microorganisms through their gills.

Is a goldfish a living organism?

no, goldfish are however multicellular organisms

How many goldfishes can you put in a two and a half gallon tank?

No, one goldfish needs 20 gallons alone at minimum, plus an additional 10 gallons for every goldfish you wish to add. This means that for two goldfish, you need at least a 30 gallon aquarium.

Can goldfish live in nature?

The best habitat for a goldfish would be a fishtank, where the fish can grow. Wild Goldfish: Wild goldfish would live in ponds, or small lakes of fresh water
Aquatic.

How do scaled fish obtain food?

Scaled fish often obtain food by eating plants and animals that are smaller than themselves. Some fish have teeth or hard bony structures that can help to crush them into smaller pieces.

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