Arowana fish tank water change things to pay attention to when cleaning the fish tank
Arowana can also be planted with grass
Arowana is a large tropical ornamental fish that is loved by people for its unique shape and graceful swimming posture. However, because of the large size of the fish, it is easy to damage the aquatic plants during breeding, so it is difficult to plant aquatic plants in the arowana tank, especially for first-time fish owners, and management is even more difficult.
In fact, arowana tanks can be planted with aquatic plants. The conditions are that the fish tank should be large and the aquatic plants should be relatively strong. The following methods are available for reference.
1. Rear-mounted aquatic plants method: Place a piece of glass parallel to the front in a wider fish tank, the height is slightly lower than the horizontal plane, divide the tank into two, grow arowana in the front, and plant aquatic plants in the back (width is about 10-15cm)
2. Method of placing aquatic plants on the edge: In a longer fish tank, use a piece of glass to separate the left and right sides of the fish tank, with the arowana on the larger side and the grass on the smaller side.
3. Random planting method: Use one or several self-made glass square boxes to plant aquatic plants on one side of the tank so that the fish and grass are not separated.
When operating the above three methods, you should also pay attention: In order to facilitate the cleaning of the fish tank, it is best to plant aquatic plants in a self-made glass box with a uniform height (generally 6cm is enough), and one or more aquatic plants can be placed indivual. There are no restrictions on the types of aquatic plants used in the first two options. The aquatic plants used in the latter option must be relatively strong, and the aquatic plants must be cultivated and rooted for more than half a month before being moved into the pot. Do not feed live food.
The author has a tank of arowana in his unit. The tank is 150cm long, 80cm wide, and 50cm deep. The first method is adopted, using glass to separate a 15cm wide area inside for planting grass, leaving a 65cm wide area in front. We raise fish locally. In the past three years, the two arowanas have grown to 85cm in length and are growing well.
Another arowana tank at home, the fish tank is 200cm long, 50cm wide, and the water depth is also 50cm. The third method is used. Two 35×20×6cm rectangular boxes are made of glass in the tank. I planted a batch of grasses, including Crown, Shuichuqian, Kongkelai and other varieties, and placed two rockeries with heights of 20cm and 25cm respectively (the edges and corners of the rockery have been polished). There are currently three 60cm strips in the tank. The long arowana and four large colorful fish over 15cm are mixed together, and the condition is good. By the way, the scavengers in the tank should not be too big, and lights must be added. Enter the Sohu Pet Forum>>>
Arowana - the most fashionable ornamental fish in Asia
Arowana - the most fashionable ornamental fish in Asia
It is said that the arowana The whole body is shimmering with dreamlike light, and the scales are particularly large. When illuminated by light, they reflect a pink brilliance, which is not available in other ornamental fish. Therefore, Arowana has extremely high breeding and ornamental value. In Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan and places where Chinese people are concentrated abroad, the arowana has always been regarded as a sacred fish, and it is believed that it can be used as a feng shui fish to prosper the home and ward off evil spirits. Among them, the red arowana, in particular, is on the verge of extinction and has been listed as a Class A regional protected animal and is highly valued. In Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, the price of a red arowana exceeds one million yuan, and it has become a symbol of wealth and status... Click to see more >>>
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The distribution area of the arowana
Currently, the focus of attention in Asia is They all focus on the Arowana (Sclesopages Formosus) produced in Southeast Asia. This type of Arowana is deeply loved by Eastern peoples due to its bright red color, so the market price has always remained high, which has led to the abuse of this fish in the place of origin. Captured, it was once on the verge of extinction. Related trade was restricted as a result, and it was not until the mid-1990s that the trade ban was gradually lifted. And the value of arowana has also become very expensive... Click to enter to see more content>>>
Selection of fish tanks and equipment in the tank
Arowana is different from other ordinary fish Tropical fish, due to their large size, the size of the fish tank has a great impact on the growth of Arowana. If there are fewer arowanas to be raised or the body size is below 35cm, you can temporarily keep them in a smaller fish tank, but I am afraid it will not be able to accommodate it within half a year. At that time, all you have to do is find a larger space for it.
The fish tank for raising dragons does not need to be too high. It is recommended to be up to 80cm, because too high a fish tank will bring inconvenience to the maintenance of the fish tank. The length can be decided by yourself. This is mainly due to the limitations of family space, but the minimum should not be less than 1.5 meters, the width of the fish tank must be 60cm. This width is also the size mostly chosen by many dragon raising enthusiasts at home and abroad... Click to see more >>>
Purchase of Arowana< /p>
Purchasing of Arowana
When purchasing high-end Arowana, aquarists are more cautious due to the high price. They always take the trouble to inquire about the strain and potential development of Arowana. , ask for advice, and for the arowana that you want to buy, you will frequently observe it, invite colleagues or experts to evaluate it, and then discuss the price with the owner of the arowana. If the fish lover leaves due to a price disagreement, there will always be a lingering concern in the fish lover's heart, and he will go back to discuss it soon. It is not until the sale is completed that he feels relieved. However, often when buyers fail to decide immediately whether to buy the arowana they like, they may miss the opportunity and be the first to get there, which makes them very upset! I have heard of similar situations like this from time to time, and it really corresponds to the popular saying: "A good dragon is never lonely"... Click to enter to see more >>>
Standards of the beauty of arowana
Standards for the beauty of arowana
Generally speaking, when purchasing arowana, if it is a medium-sized arowana (25 centimeters in length) or above, it is less likely to go wrong, because at this stage the arowana is The standard of fish beauty is easier to identify. Most people who buy arowana always hope to buy a good arowana that is both beautiful and cheap. You must know that this situation is by no means impossible, but it is rare. If they like arowana, most of them will turn to the world of juvenile arowana once the price exceeds their budget. Because the price of juvenile arowana is much cheaper than that of adults, and there are many juvenile arowanas of good quality and good size. If you can select a juvenile arowana with unlimited potential... click to enter to see more >>>
The breeding environment of Arowana
The breeding environment of Arowana
Raising Arowana requires weakly acidic soft water. Generally, the water quality of tap water from rivers is slightly acidic, which is soft water suitable for arowana. But tap water contains chlorine or fluorine, which is harmful to arowana and even causes death. Therefore, when raising arowana, the water must be stored for 1 to 2 days or exposed to the sun for half a day, so that the chlorine or fluorine dissolved in the water can disappear on its own. If possible add a very small amount of baking soda to the water to break down the chlorine. If you use tap water, well water, or mineral water from underground sources, the hardness may be high. You should add one-third or one-half of boiled water or distilled water to reduce the hardness of the water. The old water in the aquarium where arowanas have been kept for a long time will generally turn into hard water due to evaporation and should be softened in time. The simplest way to soften water quality is to boil the water first to remove impurities, or filter it with ion exchange resin filter equipment... Click to see more >>>
Feeding of Arowana
Feeding of Arowana
Arowana is a carnivorous fish. From juvenile to adult fish, animal food must be fed, and it is best to feed small moving fish. Animal offal can easily damage the digestive system and should not be fed. The artificial full-price compound feed for feeding is mostly shrimp feed (floating). Feed 2 to 3 times a day, and it is best to eat it within 20 minutes each time...Click to see more>>>
The three most common diseases of arowana
Three of the most common diseases of Arowana
Anchor worm disease: Parasites about 1 cm long can be found on the sick fish, with their heads hooked into the fish. In the early stages, the fish appear restless and have a loss of appetite. , redness, swelling and bleeding occur at the parasite site, which can lead to tissue necrosis in severe cases. The cause of the disease is the long-term use of goldfish as live bait, which brings anchor worms into the water body where arowanas are raised. Prevention and control measures: feed other meat animal feeds instead; soak the fish body with 5 to 10 ppm potassium permanganate once a day