Is this excess inventory?
A cousin of mine has a 5-gallon aquarium and has gone through a lot of fish. She already lost 2 guppies, 4 beds, and 1 platy within a matter of days, so far. Bought a tester kit and ammonia is at 0 … went a little because the other fish died during the night and told him to do a water change of 30% or more to get the ammonia back to 0. In his tank now she has 2 female guppies (which may be getting another day today) 1 male Guppy Pleco 1 Platy 2 Therefore, it is this excess? The Temp. says 80-85 degrees F
None of the fish belong in the tank so small, and the Pleco is probably a common Pleco, which requires about 75-gallons. Please tell your cousin that only 5 gallons is adequate for a single Betta, and it is irresponsible to buy any creatures that are basic requirements that have not bothered to research. 80-85 is too high to fish. What you have to do is return all fish, reduce the temperature of 5-7 degrees, and buy a Betta. 1. If you have not completed a cycle in your tank, you have to do the following: (http://www.firsttankguide.net/cycle.php and http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/aquarium/cycling.php) 2. A filter is necessary in tanks in order to keep the water sparkling and free of toxins. For Bettas, it is best to the low flow filter, and that swimmers are not very strong. Another good option is a sponge filter, 3. A heater is essential. Bettas need warm steady temperatures around 80F, to prosper. The constant fluctuation leads to tension, which inevitably leads to disease and often death. You can find a heater low cost for a small tank at any fish store. 4. In a 5 gallon tank, 25% weekly water changes with a gravel siphon needed. Conditioner water should be added to water before it is put into the tank to remove toxic chlorine, chloramine, metals, etc. 5. Bettas enjoy a well planted aquarium (direct use or silk plants, the plastic can tear their fins), with a cave or two to explore and unwind. Bettas have been known to live for 10 years. I have known personally to live in the 6. General profile of fish info: http://www.peteducation.com:80/category.cfm?c=16+1911 http://www.aquariumlife.net/fishsearch.asp
My Saltwater tank – cycling week one 12/30/2008
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