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Is it bad to have a lot of snails in fish tank?

Asked: Alex Dion, Last Updated:

There really are no “bad” snails, but a few species can multiply unchecked and overrun an aquarium. Seeing hundreds, if not thousands of these little beasts taking over your tank can be unnerving, and they can place a burden on biological filtration as well as clog filter intake tubes.

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    Carp cause the turbidity of the water to be high (carp make the water muddy). ... In smaller ponds with a silt substrate, Common Carp can cause a noticeable impact on turbidity if high enough concentrations of fish are reached (Barton and Kelton 2000).

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    Recent studies have concluded that eating tilapia may worsen inflammation that can lead to heart disease, arthritis, asthma and a world of other serious health problems.

  • Can I give my fish vitamins?

    The necessary vitamins are probably supplied in sufficient amounts when fish are given a varied diet, so vitamin supplements are usually unnecessary. ... In such cases, a multivitamin preparation can be added to the food in very small quantities. The correct dosage depends on size and species.

  • What is trout in Filipino?

    larawan ng bahaghari trout fish.

  • What can I add to fish to make it taste better?

    There are many ways to enhance its flavor, however, with fresh herbs like thyme or tarragon, or a marinade of soy sauce, spices and ginger. In the winter, a freshwater fish like whitefish is good seasoned with mustard, lemon and garlic and baked in the oven.

  • How long can cooked prawns stay in the fridge?

    3 days Both cooked and raw prawns can be kept in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you don't think they will be eaten in that time, opt for the freezer. If they are kept at a temperature below -18c, prawns can last between 6-8 months.

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    Symptoms include:

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    • Torn & jagged fins.
    • Fish may appear weak and lay at the bottom of the tank.

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