So, you’ve decided you want a goldfish? Great! But there are a few things you should know before buying your new pet. Most importantly, how to set up a goldfish tank properly.
This post covers the basics of setting up a new goldfish tank.
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Goldfish water parameters: pH, water hardness and more
The wrong water conditions could really harm your fish.
How to safely transport goldfish
Moving your goldfish to a new home can be stressful and traumatic for both fish and owner, but unfortunately, there are times when moving your goldfish just can’t be avoided!
Once you have an established tank and all of the fish are healthy and relaxed, moving the tank or the fish can cause great upheaval. It can even lead to injuries and stress-related sicknesses among your fish.
So, how do you safely transport goldfish? Here are some tips to minimise stress and make sure that everything goes smoothly.
What to do if your goldfish tank smells bad
In the wild, fish live in large bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, streams, and oceans. These bodies of water are so large that the conditions within them are much more stable than our small ponds and goldfish tanks. This makes them more able to cope with environmental changes or upsets within one part of the system.
It’s important to keep the balance of the tank and everything that lives within it just right. This prevents a range of problems within the tank that can manifest themselves as a rather nasty stagnant or fishy smell.
Does your tank smell bad? Here are some reasons for why this might be, and how to rectify or prevent it…
Aquarium Driftwood: Adding driftwood to your tank
Landscaping a goldfish aquarium can lend natural aesthetic beauty to any setup. However, adding natural structures such as driftwood and aquarium plants should not just be a spur of the moment decision.
There is a need to plan and decide which additions will work well and bring out the best visual impact without compromising the health and well-being of the aquarium inhabitants.
Goldfish tank water changes
Water changes are a key part of proper goldfish care. But what is involved in changing goldfish water? Following the correct process can be the difference between keeping your fish strong and healthy in water that is perfectly suited to its needs, and keeping your fish in poor quality water that is hazardous to its … Read more
Goldfish Tank Setup: Cycling your goldfish tank
So you’ve decided to get a pet goldfish, you’ve bought a suitable tank, a large enough filter, and maybe some food, plants and decorations… all you have to do now is rush down to the pet shop and pick out your new fish, right? Wrong! There’s one more very important step to goldfish tank setup … Read more