How to raise small ornamental fish: 10 days of hot topics and practical guide
Recently, the topic of keeping small ornamental fish has surged on social media and pet forums. Many novice aquarists encounter various problems when trying to keep fish at home. This article will combine the popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a systematic guide to raising small ornamental fish.
1. Inventory of recent popular fish farming topics (last 10 days)
| Ranking | topic | Discussion popularity | main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Common misunderstandings among novice fish farmers | 985,000 | Water change frequency and feeding amount control |
| 2 | The best ornamental fish for beginners | 762,000 | Guppies, zebrafish, betta fish |
| 3 | Fish tank water quality management | 654,000 | pH value and ammonia nitrogen content detection |
| 4 | Small fish tank landscaping | 531,000 | Aquatic plant selection, deadwood treatment |
| 5 | Ornamental fish disease prevention and control | 427,000 | Treatment of white spot disease and fin rot |
2. Basic points of raising small ornamental fish
1.Fish tank selection
According to recent discussions among netizens, novices are advised to choose small and medium-sized fish tanks of 20-40 liters. The water quality in fish tanks that are too small (such as small round fish tanks) is difficult to stabilize, which is one of the main causes of fish death.
2.water quality management
Hot Topics data shows that water quality problems account for 68% of fish farming failures. It is recommended to replace 1/3 of the water volume every week and use water quality stabilizer to treat tap water. The optimal water quality parameters are as follows:
| parameter | suitable range | danger threshold |
|---|---|---|
| water temperature | 24-28℃ | ＜18℃ or＞32℃ |
| pH value | 6.5-7.5 | <6.0 or >8.5 |
| Ammonia nitrogen content | 0mg/L | >0.5 mg/L |
3.Feed selection
Recent reviews from netizens show that high-quality artificial feed is more suitable for novices than live bait. Feed twice a day, and the amount of each feeding should be eaten within 3 minutes. Overfeeding is a common mistake made by newbies.
3. Key points for raising popular ornamental fish species
| Fish species | Suitable water temperature | feeding habits | special needs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guppy | 22-28℃ | Omnivorous | Need water plants to avoid |
| zebrafish | 20-26℃ | Carnivorous | Live in groups of at least 5 |
| betta fish | 24-30℃ | Carnivorous | Must be kept alone |
| traffic light fish | 23-27℃ | Omnivorous | Slightly acidic water quality |
4. Frequently Asked Questions (from recent high-frequency questions)
1.Why do newly purchased fish always die quickly?
The main reason is that the fish are released directly without completing the water raising process. The new fish tank needs to run the filter for at least 1 week and establish the nitrification system before introducing fish.
2.What to do if algae grows in the fish tank?
The method recently recommended by netizens: reduce the lighting time to 6 hours/day, add black-shell shrimp or snails, remove them manually and change the water regularly.
3.Can different breeds be mixed?
Choose carefully. For example, guppies can be kept with other small and gentle fish, but bettas must be kept alone. Be sure to check the habits of each species before mixing them.
5. Advanced skills (shared by fish farming experts)
1.Build an ecological fish tank: Combined with an appropriate proportion of aquatic plants, shrimps and fish to form a micro-ecosystem, it can greatly reduce the difficulty of maintenance.
2.seasonal management: Pay attention to cooling in summer (use a fan), and a heating rod is required to maintain a constant temperature in winter.
3.Breeding Tips: Ovoviviparous fish such as guppies reproduce easily, and a breeding box needs to be prepared to isolate the female fish to prevent the adult fish from swallowing the young fish.
Through the above systematic feeding guide, combined with recent popular discussions and experience sharing among fish breeding enthusiasts, I believe you can successfully raise healthy and lively little ornamental fish. Remember, patience and care are the keys to successful fish farming!
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