Frequently asked questions

Freshwater Fish

Add hatchetfish to existing fish stock?

Hello, a few hatchetfish can be added if the tank is well structured and abundantly planted - however, they are very surface orientated. For the middle zones it is better to increase...

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Angelfish behave apathetically

Hello, that may indicate polluted water and/or (beginning) dropsy induced by it. If there are other, stronger fish in the tank it is also possible that the angelfish are suppressed...

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Angelfish eggs do not develop

Hello, it is possible that the eggs die due to unsuitable (especially: too hard!) water conditions, on the other hand the scenario described by you. In this scenario, both variants...

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Are Butterfly Cichlids suitable predators for Guppy babies?

Hello, yes, they would - provided the water parameters are suitable (soft, slightly acidic, very good water hygiene). Butterfly cichlids are very sensitive concerning these matters. ...

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Breeding Platies / Fish stock questions

Hello, Concerning "breeding container":this should best not be done at all - these containers are simply too small for adult fish.However, they are well suited for raising the fry....

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Can currents also be too strong?

Hello, yes, this is indeed possible, especially with fish that are not good and powerful swimmers (all veiltail breeding forms, among others)! Water current should by all means be...

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