Fishes can have anemia due to many reasons; among them: Bacterial, fungal, viral and parasitic infections. Folic acid deficiency (especially prevalent in channel catfish) Exposure to high levels of nitrites – found in the water – for an extended period of time. What are the signs a fish has anemia? A. ISA is a viral…
The eye can be cloudy or discolored if the cornea was ruptured, or it can be bloodstained (in the case of the fish suffering a physical injury). In severe instances, it’s possible for infected eyes to rupture without treatment. If this happens, the fish may eventually recover but will be blind in the affected eye….
Can fish oil cause blood vessels to burst? A tiny blood vessel in the white part of the eye, the conjunctiva, can burst from rubbing the eye or excessive straining. It can also burst on its own from blood thinners such as aspirin, Coumadin, Plavix, fish oil, flax seed oil and vitamin E. Can fish…
Most of this is anecdotal, but many people report belching and “fishy” breath and even unpleasant-smelling sweat when they take fish oil. What is a common side effect of fish oil? Fish oil side effects include heartburn, loose stools, and nosebleeds. Taking fish oil supplements with meals or freezing them can reduce these issues. Consuming…
Fish oil’s capacity to lower blood pressure is well documented. One study of 90 people on dialysis found that taking 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids per day significantly decreased both systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to a placebo ( 8 ).Fish oil’s capacity to lower blood pressure is well documented. One study of…
How do I know if my fish is starving? How To Tell If Your Fish Is Hungry Your fish is digging around the substrate (searching for food). Waiting and the top of the aquarium (for feeding time). Behavior changes (aggression). Noticeable weight/size changes. Slow or sluggish behavior. Can fish survive without food for a week?…
A fish tank, ideally, needs at least a day to warm up with the heater turned on. Make sure to check the temperature of the water inside the bucket before attaching the heater. After you’ve put the heater inside, turn it on and wait for at least 2 hours for it to warm the water….
For some species of fish, reproduction is beyond casual. Females release eggs into the water, males release sperm, and the eggs get fertilized. No physical contact involved. The male uses a bony organ on his chin called a priapium to hang on to the female’s urogenital opening, which is also on her head. Do fish…
Ich, or White Spot, Will Eventually Kill Fish Ich is caused by an external parasite that causes multiple white spots on your freshwater fishes’ skin and gills. This is a common parasitic infection of freshwater fish and is one of the few fish parasites that can be seen with the naked eye. How do you…
How did fish scales evolve? When sea creatures first began crawling and slithering onto land about 385 million years ago, they carried with them their body armor: scales. Fossil evidence shows that the earliest land animals retained scales as a protective feature as they evolved to flourish on terra firma. Why is hair not homologous…
Feeding[edit | edit source] In its raw thawed form it crumbles easily between finger tips into small pieces and sinks slowly to feed top or middle column fish like tetras and even mollies. Indian Glass Fish love it. Can I feed my fish raw fish? The Short Version. If you know what to look for…
A fishing license only entitles you to use one fishing rod in the state of Colorado. Note that you can bring as many rods as you like, but you can only have one line in the water at a time without purchasing additional rod stamps. Can I fish with 2 rods? You may use no…