Why does my goldfish keep swimming to the top?
A fish may linger near the surface because he’s trying to breathe more easily. Remember, fish breathe dissolved oxygen—not oxygen that is already combined in the H2O molecule. Naturally, these dissolved oxygen levels tend to be higher near the surface, where interaction between air and water takes place.
Why is my common goldfish not swimming?
When a goldfish is stressed, he will sometimes just hang there in the water, unwilling to move. Sometimes this condition is apparent, as the fish is hanging out on the bottom of the bowl a lot. Conditions that can cause this are poor water quality, lack of air, poor nutrition and loud noises.
Do fancy goldfish prefer hard or soft water?
Goldfish are cold water fish, meaning that they do not require a heater. Goldfish prefer their water between 62 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Also, goldfish do well in soft water, meaning its alkalinity is higher than its acidity. A goldfish thrives when their water’s pH is between 7.0 and 7.4.
Why does my fish keep floating up?
The reasons behind that can be the pressure from a swollen belly, too much air swallowed, injury, or a bacterial infection. Sometimes after eating too much fish may gulp some air on purpose, to regulate its buoyancy. To cure your fish you need to investigate the reason behind its bizarre behavior.
Do goldfish need a bubbler?
As it has been stated, goldfish do not always require an air pump to survive. It can do well in a tank that is well oxygenated for as long as it normally can. As long as there is enough surface movement that translates to oxygen, then the goldfish can live just fine without an air pump.
Why do goldfish hide in a corner?
When your goldfish is sick they may back up into a corner to make themselves feel safer. They do this because they feel vulnerable so they’re trying to cover their backs. It’s best to check your fish for any signs of disease to make sure this isn’t what’s causing the behavior.
Is rainwater OK for goldfish?
Do NOT use Rainwater, it lacks essential minerals and is uncomfortably acidic.
What pH do fancy goldfish like?
While Goldfish will adjust too many pH levels, they will do best at a pH of 7.5. If your pH is far off from this level, your Goldfish may show signs of a loss of appetite, sluggishness, and poor health. To help you determine the pH of your aquarium, purchase a pH test kit.
Why do fish swim up and down in corner of tank?
It is not uncommon for fish to swim up and down the glass but may appear to be something to be concerned about. You will often find this is done in the corner of the aquarium and the reason why fish may be doing this is due to following their reflection or simply of boredom.
Can you put a fancy goldfish in an aquarium?
Because of its poor vision this fish should not be mixed with more active goldfish varieties and should be housed in an aquarium without sharp or pointed objects. This is a fancy goldfish characterised by a prominent raspberry-like hood encasing its head.
What kind of head does a fancy goldfish have?
This is a fancy goldfish characterised by a prominent raspberry-like hood encasing its head. The hood or headgrowth encases the whole head, except for the eyes and mouth. The headgrowth of young fry may take one to two years to develop.
How to contact Star fisheries in the UK?
Please call Sue on 0208 915 0455 or email [email protected]. If you would like to join. www.goldfishsociety.co.uk
How much oxygen does a fancy goldfish need?
Goldfish produce lots of waste and have a relatively high oxygen demand, so good filtration is essential. However, flow rate should not be too high as fancy goldfish don’t have the easiest time swimming. I opted for two large external filters, each holding almost 10 l/2.2 gal of mature biological media.