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Pet Fish Care Guide
Basic care for Fish
Angelfish
Housing - Small fish bowls or tanks are difficult
to keep clean and do not provide adequate room for even one
fish. A 10-gallon aquarium, at the very least, is generally
recommended for beginners. A 20- to 30-gallon aquarium is
preferable.
A wider tank is generally a better choice than a taller one.
Surface-dwelling fish need a large surface area of water in
which to swim. Make sure your aquarium is properly supported.
Keep in mind that a filled 20-gallon tank weighs approximately
225 pounds.
Nutrition - Flake food, while easy to use, is not
the most nutritious diet for your fish. A variety of freeze-dried
or frozen foods are available as a healthier alternative:
Worms
Shrimp
Insect larvae
Live food is the best option overall. Feeder goldfish, minnows,
and guppies are available at most pet stores for large carnivorous
fish. For smaller fish, shrimp and worms are good choices.
And for the plant-eaters in your tank, try some live aquatic
plants.
Health - A clean aquarium and a healthy diet will
help ensure the health of your fish. If you suspect a problem,
always check the temperature and then test the water to see
if any unwanted elements have been introduced.
Immediately remove a dead or diseased fish from the aquarium.
Common signs of disease are:
Visible blotches
Unusual swimming patterns
Lethargy
For the best advice on your pet’s specific needs, consult
a breeder or veterinarian.
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Angelfish is the name of a type of fish that has a
thin, oval body and long, pointed fins. Angelfish also have
stripes or patterns on the body and patches of vivid color.
There are about 75 marine species and 1 freshwater species.
The freshwater angelfish is only distantly related to the
marine angelfishes.
Marine angelfishes live mainly around coral reefs in warm
and tropical seas. Most feed on animals or plants attached
to the bottom of the reefs. Some species feed on plankton
(tiny water organisms) in waters above the reefs. Many species
are kept in commercial aquariums and are highly valued for
their colorful patterns.
The freshwater angelfish is among the most popular fishes
for home aquariums. It is native to the Amazon River Basin
in South America. Because they are easy to breed, most freshwater
angelfishes sold by aquarium shops are raised in captivity.
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