Nitrite levels above 0.75 ppm in water can cause stress in fish and greater than 5 ppm can be toxic. Nitrate levels from 0 – 40 ppm are generally safe for fish. Anything greater than 80 can be toxic. What nitrate level is too high for fish? The Potential Dangers of Excess Nitrate Levels A…
When placing substrate in your aquarium, make sure to use the right amount. Small to medium aquariums should have two to three inches of gravel or one inch of sand in the bottom. Larger aquariums should have three to four inches of gravel or two inches of sand. How much sand do I need for…
The length of time it takes a fish to reach its full size depends on many different variables, but usually, in about 1-2 year, your fish should be the adult size. How long does it take for a fish fry to grow? About 3 months, just as long as you provide them with the necessary…
Standard tips are 15%-20%, so please don’t forget to tip either the Captain of the boat or give your tip to one of his crew members. This is customary and goes for all charter fishing boats. How much do you tip a deep sea fishing charter? The customary tip for a fishing charter is 15…
Any levels of ammonia and/or nitrite above 0.0ppm should be considered dangerous and, if present, it must be assumed that there is not enough bacteria compared with the fish. Levels above 1.0ppm of ammonia or nitrite could kill fish, or make hardy fish ill. Is 25 ammonia harmful to fish? When pH is low, ammonium…
Overall, eating more than one 4-ounce serving of fish per week was associated with the lowest risk for AMD. Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of irreversible vision loss among people over 65 in the U.S. Is fish bad for eyesight? Fish, particularly salmon, can be a great food to consume for eye health….
Blood volume in fish, as in most animals, is often estimated to be eight to ten percent of the animal’s body weight. This value is frequently used when determining the amount of blood that can safely be drawn from a fish (generally assumed to be no more than 6-10% of the estimated blood volume). Do…
How much money did Bobby Fischer make playing chess? 1972, Fischer-Spassky: $250,000 In addition to the gigantic purse, Fischer demanded — and received — 30 percent of the match’s television rights and gate. Fischer, of course, won the match +7 -3 =11 and the winner’s share of $156,250. Who was the best chess player in…
A fully grown pufferfish can weigh as much as 30 pounds. In the wild, most pufferfish live to be about 10 years old. How big can a puffer fish get? They range in size from the 1-inch-long dwarf or pygmy puffer to the freshwater giant puffer, which can grow to more than 2 feet in…
Today’s fish fries have changed just a bit from the 1930s and 1940s. Fish fries served in taverns in the 1940s were inexpensive — 10 cents and later, 25 cents. How much did a steak dinner cost in 1940? Today, if you took your date to Keens Steakhouse—one of the most famous steak joints in…
Siamese fighting fish should be fed 1-2 times per day in very small amounts (2-3 pellets or pieces of other food). You should ensure all foods aside from pellets are broken into tiny pieces before feeding. How many flakes should I feed my betta fish? Additionally, if there are enough flakes being placed in the…
Regular cleaning may cost around $85, but that depends on the size of your tank. Some aquarium maintenance services charge $1 dollar per gallon, so cost widely varies. Can I pay someone to clean my fish tank? If you need to organise fish tank cleaning but don’t have the time (or equipment) to do a…