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What do betta fish like in their tank?

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Bettas need filtration, warm water, enrichment like plants and caves to explore, and regular feeding and tank cleaning. Many fish tanks that you can buy easily, including this fish tank in a stuffed animal, are nowhere near the appropriate size to keep a fish happy.

FAQ

  • How much is a fish cost?

    The average cost of a pet fish can vary depending on the type, size and rarity of the species. The average cost of a freshwater tropical fish is $4 and the average cost of a saltwater/marine fish is $30.

  • Is there a lot of bones in milkfish?

    Milkfish, also called Bangus or 虱目鱼 is a very popular fish in Taiwan and Philippines but it has not picked up so much in other parts of the world due to the amount of bones in this fish. It has a total of 214 bones!

  • Do canned oysters contain lead?

    Oysters can also be contaminated by heavy metals like cadmium and lead. Acute toxicity resulting from consumption of contaminated food is uncommon but chronic exposure can result in undesirable toxic effects.

  • Why do shrimp turn pink when they die?

    The protein chains in fact wrap up the astaxanthin, concealing its lovely pinkish-red color. But heat loosens the hold these protein chains have on the carotenoids and releases the astaxanthin, turning the shrimp its lovely shade of pink.

  • Can you die from drinking brine shrimp?

    Brine shrimp aren't poisonous, so you're good there, and the water they grow in has such a high salinity that it would be nearly impossible for you to pick up a parasite or bacteria from the water. You'll be fine.

  • Is mackerel better than herring?

    Herring or mackerel - where is more nutrients? Calories: mackerel - 30% more than herring. Fat: mackerel - 54% more than herring. Protein: mackerel - 4% more than herring.

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  • Do fish have to keep swimming to breathe?

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  • Are croakers good eating?

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  • Is dried prawn healthy?

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  • Why is farmed salmon bad for wild salmon?

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  • How do you know when fish are spawning?

    Watch the male fish behavior. Around the time of spawning, they may swim in groups along the surface of the water or the edges of the pond (see Reference 1). The males will chase the females around the pond and attempt to beat the eggs out of her when the fish begin spawning (see Reference 1).

  • What fish does CJ pay the most for?

    What are the best fish to sell to C.J.?

    FishLocationC.J.'s Price
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    Great White SharkOcean22,500 Bells
    BarreleyeOcean22,500 Bells
    CoelacanthOcean (Raining)22,500 Bells

  • What is the stuff at the bottom of a fish tank?

    Aquarium gravel, or substrate, makes the tank more attractive, and it comes in a variety of colors and sizes, from tiny pebbles and sand to large river rocks.

  • Where are most catfish found?

    More than half of all catfish species live in the Americas. They are the only ostariophysans that have entered freshwater habitats in Madagascar, Australia, and New Guinea. They are found in fresh water environments, though most inhabit shallow, running water.

  • Can I eat any fish raw?

    Nearly every fish or other sea critter is edible, but not every one of them is edible raw. Raw fish has been in fashion in the West for some time, but sushi and sashimi have been part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.

  • How do you eat frozen crawfish?

    To cook your frozen crawfish: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add your favorite crawfish seasonings to the water. Add your frozen crawfish and cook as directed on the package.

  • What is the most colorful shrimp?

    Peacock mantis shrimp Peacock mantis shrimp are known to have extremely complex eyes, and can see in more wavelengths of color than even mammals. Under special lights/cameras, scientists have demonstrated that the already colorful exoskeletons of this species are actually even more elaborate when viewed by each other.

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