Animals 2024, December
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It is an activity suitable for all ages, and they are also small and quiet. Sea monkeys are perfect as a first pet for children because they are fun and educational. They can grow up to 15 millimeters and need to be fed once a week. In other words, they are GREAT.
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The zebrafish is a particularly hardy species of fish and is perfect for novice aquarium owners. This animal is quite small (it is about 5 cm long) and very beautiful to look at. Most importantly, it is a social species that likes to interact with other fish and reproduces quickly.
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Receiving a goldfish properly and providing it with a suitable aquatic refuge is quite a challenging task. Your little fish will soon become a member of the family and start spending time with your closest best friends. Make sure he is happy, comfortable, and more importantly, that he can be more than satisfied with how you maintain the aquarium.
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Peocilia reticulata fish, also commonly called "guppies", are a very beautiful and widespread species that is chosen by many people for their first aquarium. They are very interesting and hardy fish, which thrive easily in the right conditions.
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The fighting fish, also called "Betta Splendens" and "Siamese Fighting Fish", is known for its aggressiveness, its level of interaction and the relatively low cost of caring for it. This aquatic species can live up to four years.
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A goldfish aquarium is a perfect decoration in any home. You have to carefully consider how many specimens you want, as these fish need a lot of space to move. If you want a single-tailed goldfish or more than a fancy double-tailed fish, you need a large aquarium.
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The very idea of bonding with a fish might seem somewhat bizarre. Read on to learn how to relate to one of nature's wonderful creatures. Steps Step 1. Choose your fish wisely Don't be afraid to have doubts and go to an aquarium fish shop, when you see the right fish you will know immediately that it is the one for you.
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The goldfish plant (Nematanthus gregarius) is a houseplant with dark green leaves and red flowers that resemble the shape of the goldfish. This particular plant blooms almost all year round and, although it is quite resistant, it requires a lot of care and attention.
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If you are struggling with the ammonia level in your aquarium, this is the article for you! These tips work for ammonia levels no higher of 2-3 ppm. Steps Step 1. Carry out a water change, based on the ammonia level If it is less than 1 ppm, it changes 25% of the water.
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Creating a self-sustaining ecosystem is a fun and educational activity. You can create an aquatic ecosystem in an aquarium or a terrestrial ecosystem in a terrarium, where you can put the plants of your choice. The procedure itself is simple, but ensuring a balance between the different species can be tricky.
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When you are first learning to acclimate a fish in a new aquarium or bowl, there are several steps you need to follow to ensure it has a smooth transition from the store container to its new home. If you don't follow them correctly, moving them can result in injury or trauma, so you need to make the process as simple and stress-free as possible.
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Congratulations! You just won a goldfish at the carnival. How are you going to take care of it? Steps Step 1. Give it a name You can choose something creative, the name of a famous person or the name of the animal itself. Step 2.
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There is something fascinating about a group of female betta fish swimming in the aquarium without caring about each other. Unfortunately, it is difficult, if not impossible, to obtain. Steps Step 1. Set up the aquarium as you normally would for betta fish, but use a 40 liter or larger aquarium Make sure you have everything you need to take care of the aquarium.
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Raising and caring for a Betta fish can be a fun and satisfying experience. Part of the attention you need to pay him is to keep the water at the correct temperature. This is a sensitive fish to the environment around it and if the water is too cold or too hot it can manifest health problems.
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Guppies are the most popular freshwater aquarium fish and have unique markings and colors that make them truly gorgeous. Sometimes they die shortly after purchase with no apparent cause, while in other cases they can live a very long time. Without proper care and attention it is nearly impossible to keep your guppies healthy.
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Keeping a fish as a pet may not seem as fun or enjoyable as having a dog or cat; however, with the right training, you can also teach a fish to interact with you and do exercises, just like any other pet! Among the breeds that lend themselves best to this type of teaching are the Oscar fish, the red one and the Betta.
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White spot disease, whose specific term is ichthyophtyriasis, is an infection caused by a parasite that all tropical fish enthusiasts have to deal with at one time or another. It is the leading cause of death among fish compared to any other disease.
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The Siamese fish, also known as fighting fish or Betta, fight with other fish in the wild. Although he prefers to live alone, he likes to play with you if you train him. To get started, you can teach it to follow your finger; once he learns this skill, you can train him to perform many other tricks and games, such as jumping or getting bigger.
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Since the betta fish is capable of living in many different environments, people believe it is a good idea to keep it in decorative bowls or vases. In reality, this animal needs a lot of space and filtered water to feel good. When setting up an aquarium, always take the health and happiness of the fish into consideration.
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The blue crab is native to the Atlantic Ocean, from Nova Scotia to Argentina, and is widespread in the Chesapeake Bay. These crabs should be cooked very fresh, as soon as they are dead, to avoid contamination of bacteria. Transporting and storing blue crabs alive is the best way to make sure they keep fresh and healthy.
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Dropsy is a disease that affects goldfish. Technically, it's not a disease itself, but a bacterial kidney infection in goldfish. With dropsy, the kidneys retain body fluids causing the fish's belly to swell. In the advanced stage of the infection, the fish scales will become protruding.
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It happened suddenly: your fighting fish, apparently in perfect health until last week, now has swollen, cloudy and far too prominent eyes. Unfortunately, he appears to be suffering from a symptom known as popeye (exophthalmia), a disease in which fluid builds up behind the fish's eye.
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Sharks are fearsome predators, but humans are rarely on their menu. In fact, far more people fall victim to dogs, bees, snakes, and many other animals. Sharks, however, can be dangerous, and anyone who ventures into their territory must respect these fish.
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Ichthyophthirius multifiliis is the most common parasite found in aquariums and causes icthyophthiriasis disease. Most aquarium owners have to deal with this problem sooner or later and act promptly because, if neglected, the disease can even kill goldfish.
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An aquarium with clean water is synonymous with a healthy environment. Fish need a clean and healthy place to live and thrive. Food leftovers, their feces and plant residues raise pH levels and make the environment unhealthy; however, there are many ways to sanitize it.
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Here are some tips for keeping your goldfish active and healthy. Steps Step 1. Get a large enough aquarium The ideal is a large aquarium, so if you want a happy and healthy goldfish, don't put it in the classic bowl. Step 2.
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Sometimes healthy fish are prone to disease. Some of them are easy to care for, while others are deadly. It is for this reason that many aquarists install a quarantine tank, setting it aside (subjected to nitrogen cycles and kept with very few decorations).
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Marine aquariums give you the opportunity to have exotic and very colorful tropical fish, both at home and in the office. The owners find it a relaxing hobby and a way to relieve stress. Maintaining a saltwater aquarium is a bit more challenging than a freshwater one, so if you want to set up one, be aware that you will need to maintain a cleaning and maintenance program.
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When you add new fish to the aquarium it can be an exciting time, as it allows you to enrich the underwater environment with new friends. However, if you do it incorrectly, you could make animals sick or even kill. You must prepare the tank before allowing new specimens to swim in it.
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Platys are excellent beginner fish, being viviparous and very hardy. There are so many colors, which will liven up any community aquarium. Steps Method 1 of 4: Part 1: Setting up your Aquarium Step 1. If you are installing a new aquarium, get a filter, heater and some rocks Step 2.
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Cleaning a betta fish bowl seems more difficult than it actually is! Caring for these animals is a fantastic hobby, however many owners have some apprehensions when it comes to cleaning. Thanks to this article, you will learn how to clean the bowl of your betta fish effectively.
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The poecilia reticulata, usually known as guppies or lebistes, is a very active and generally colorful small fish that is kept in the aquarium. Caring for her nutrition is a simple task, but it's best to know her needs to prevent her from overeating.
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Is your small freshwater aquarium dirty? A 'small' aquarium means a tank containing less than 40 liters of water. As these models often have little or no filtration system, they require more frequent cleaning than larger ones. To proceed with the cleaning, you need to transfer the fish, clean the tank and decorations, and finally add new and treated water.
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Ghost shrimp are small transparent shrimps that are sold in aquarium stores or fish food stores. Many species fall under this denomination, but they all require more or less the same basic care. If shrimp are kept in a comfortable environment without predators, they multiply quickly.
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It's easy to feed fish once you know how. Just make sure the dry food you use is suitable for the species you own, as explained below. When you've found the right amount of nutrition to give, start supplementing your diet with insects, vegetables, or other nutritious foods depending on the type of fish you have.
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Guppies have beautiful colors, a cute appearance, and are easy to care for. What more do you want from a fish? If you try to keep your aquarium full of these little beauties, you will need to learn how to breed them and care for their fry. Steps Part 1 of 2:
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Is it time to change the water again? Cleaning a carp pond doesn't mean having to remove the fish, drain the water and refill it. You can do this by simply draining the water halfway without removing the fish! Steps Step 1. Get a good screen and try to remove debris If the water smells like rotten eggs, stop.
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Betta fish make a good companion animal. These beautiful fish are intelligent, and often bond with those who care for them. Breeders continue to create increasingly spectacular genetic crosses, which can make it difficult to distinguish males from females.
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Feeding goldfish is simple, but find out about their needs if you don't want to risk damaging their health. Read the article to find out more now! Steps Step 1. Learn about goldfish eating habits Goldfish do not have the ability to know when they have eaten enough and tend to overfeed, putting their health at risk, for example with intestinal blockages.
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Have you ever wondered how others manage to make their aquariums incredibly fabulous? Would you like to learn how to create a beautiful aquarium too? This article contains numerous tips and steps on how to do this. Steps Step 1. Choose sand or gravel of a natural color It will simulate the natural habitat of the fish and, in addition, is more aesthetically pleasing than a fluorescent pink or a teal color.