Mr Fish Aquarium Info

  FOODS FOR 'BABY' FISHER Many newly hatched fries have very small mouths and consequently need very small food. Raising baby fish or fry is one of the most rewarding experiences in the aquarium hobby. However, their survival hinges on one critical factor: FOOD. Source: Aquarium Co-op WHY FRY FOOD IS SO SPECIAL Newly hatched fries have extremely small mouths and underdeveloped digestive systems. They require food that is: 𑇐 Microscopic in size 𑇐 Highly nutritious to support rapid growth 𑇐 Easily accessible within the water column Feeding them inappropriate food is a leading cause of fry mortality. The options below are designed to give them the best start possible: 1) DIY Infusoria culture (The classic method) : One of the best foods to use during the first few days is infusoria,  which can be prepared by adding pieces of bruised lettuce leaves into a small bucket full of water. A small amount of aquarium water should be added to the bucket, after which the whole setup is i...

INRODUCTION Feeding your fish a varied diet is key to their health, color, and breeding success. While flakes and pellets are convenient, live food can be a powerful nutritional boost. In this guide, we'll explore different live foods you can even cultivate at home.   TYPES OF FISH FEEDS 1) White Worms (Enchytraeus Albidus) are one of the live foods that can be cultivated by the aquarist. They are small terrestrial worms that are useful because they can be cultured easily and are available when needed. Mature white worms (2cm long) are grown in boxes of damp soil, feeding on pieces of bread or baby cereal food placed on the surface, where they are scraped off when needed and used from a worm feeder.  Fishes should not be fed white worms exclusively, as they have a high fat content and can cause obesity. Source: Killi.co.uk 2) Daphnia is another live food; they are tiny water fleas that are found in large numbers in ponds during the warm months of the year, especially farmyard ...

  AQUARIUM CARE: FEEDING THE FISH  If you’re still feeding your tropical fish the same dry flakes from a large container every single day, it’s time for a change! The key to vibrant, active, and healthy fish lies in a balanced and varied diet, a principle that modern aquarists wholeheartedly endorse. Source: TFH Magazine The Problem with a Monotonous Diet While convenient, relying solely on commercially available dry food has its drawbacks. There are two major issues: 1. Nutritional Gaps : Many dry foods are not a complete, balanced diet on their own. 2. Loss of Potency : The vitamin content in dry food gradually declines when stored at room temperature. Most tropical fish food only retains its full nutritional value for about three months. The simple solution? Buy fish food in several small packs rather than one large one to ensure freshness, and store it in a cool, dry place—like a refrigerator—to preserve its vitamins. The Benefits of a Varied Menu Fish truly appreciate a ...

AQUARIUM CARE: FEEDING THE FISH Bringing home new fish is an exciting moment for any aquarium enthusiast. However, the transition from the pet store to your tank can be a stressful ordeal for the fish themselves.  The First Night: Peace and Quiet You’ve carefully floated the bag to acclimate the temperature, but once released, your new fish might still look stunned and unhappy. This is completely normal! The best thing you can do at this point is to turn off the aquarium lights and leave them completely undisturbed overnight. This period of darkness allows the new arrivals to de-stress and explore their new home without feeling exposed or threatened by the established fish. A small feed of fish flakes the next morning will help them associate the tank with safety and food. The Non-Negotiable Quarantine Step This is perhaps the most crucial piece of advice for any aquarist today. Before even thinking about adding new fish to your main community tank, a quarantine period is essential...

                    WHY USE NATURAL PLANTS?       The use of live underwater plants in home aquariums has been fully explained and documented in many advanced countries of the world where the hobby "tropical fish keeping" holds a second place.          Majority of aquarium keepers in the country are fond of using plastic plants rather than real live aquatic plants. This could probably be the major reason for the unending fish deaths, cloudy water and the production of fetid odor from the aquarium water. In an effort to solve these problems I shall endeavour to put before the country's aquarists the true value of natural plants in the aquarium.          One of the most important functions of plants lies in the release of fresh 100% pure oxygen into the tank as a by-product of photosynthesis.           This aids fish-breathing and as a result the a...

                  GENERAL HINTS FOR BEGINNERS. When keeping fish in your tank the following essential guidelines should be observed for proper maintenance of the health of the fishes. -   Never overfeed your fishes. - Always keep your tank as clean as possible by removing any uneaten food and introducing as much variety as possible into the diet. - Never over-crowd the aquarium.It is better to have a few fishes in radiant health than many gulping fishes battle-scarred through fighting over inadequate territory. - Never add small fishes into an aquarium that already contains large and well-established fishes unless you have expert knowledge of the nature of both the resident and the new addition. - Always be aware of the following early indications of foiling in the water, frothing  at the water surface, water becoming cloudy, fishes breathing more rapidly than normal water producing fetid odor. - Always check that all fishes ar...

FAQ: HOW DO I CLEAN MY AQUARIUM WHEN IT GETS DIRTY?                                                    HOW TO CLEAN YOUR MINI AQUARIUM.       Is your mini aquarium dirty? Mini aquariums require a little bit more upkeep than large aquariums because they lack filters.       It is advisable to change half the water of your aquarium once every two weeks and also avoid overfeeding to prevent water pollution.            Changing half the water is quite easy,you just need a small bowl in which you pour half the water of the aquarium into, making sure the fish does not follow in the process but if the fish follows you are safe since it isn't directly into a sink, you can either use a small net or you can improvise using a spoon to get the fish and return into the aquarium.     ...