Fish - Help

[jonamv8]

Hi

Long story short, have 3 fish, no idea what they are! Currenty in a large bowl, what do I need in terms of filter and pump etc??

Any fish enthusiasts out there that can point me in right direction

Thanks

[2 sMoKiN bArReLs]

Some pictures might help?

[jonamv8]

Well I ended up going to my local aquatic Centre. Was advised they are not tropical water fish so bought a 20 L tank pump and filter and they seem happy enough now. Also got some flake to feed them with! I will post a picture if anyone could help identify that would be great

[Raverbaby]

Fire away

[2 sMoKiN bArReLs]

jonamv8 said:

I will post a picture if anyone could help identify that would be great

Can't wait to see the pictures....but I'll identify one as Brian

[jonamv8]

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[jonamv8]

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[jonamv8]

When I first turned on the pump after a while I could see everything covered in little bubbles with in the tank. Then I played a round with the flow valve which made the whole thing a bit noisier so I reset it now there are no bubbles in the tank. Just a bit concerned that the fish have a enough oxygen?????

[2 sMoKiN bArReLs]

Black Moor Goldfish...

...which should be called Brian

(Brian Moor)

[2 sMoKiN bArReLs]

jonamv8 said:

When I first turned on the pump after a while I could see everything covered in little bubbles with in the tank. Then I played a round with the flow valve which made the whole thing a bit noisier so I reset it now there are no bubbles in the tank. Just a bit concerned that the fish have a enough oxygen?????

If the pump is running they should be OK. You'll know if not, they'll come to the surface "gasping"

[Mr GrimNasty]

Yes, they are all just fancy goldfish, they are a bit more delicate and would really struggle outside with winter temperatures and competing for food, so keep them snug indoors. Some regular live food will help stop them turning into lop-sided dropsical floaters. But don't count on it. My personal opinion is that these 'fancy' breeds should be discouraged, they are cruelly deformed really.

[jonamv8]

2 sMoKiN bArReLs said:

Black Moor Goldfish...

...which should be called Brian

(Brian Moor)

Thanks

What about the other two?

None called Brian I am afriad

[jonamv8]

Mr GrimNasty said:

Yes, they are all just fancy goldfish, they are a bit more delicate and would really struggle outside with winter temperatures and competing for food, so keep them snug indoors. Some regular live food will help stop them turning into lop-sided dropsical floaters. But don't count on it. My personal opinion is that these 'fancy' breeds should be discouraged, they are cruelly deformed really.

Live food?????

[Mr GrimNasty]

jonamv8 said:

Live food?????

Daphnia, bloodworm, brineshrimp . etc. loads of online suppliers, frozen or dead fresh packed is OK.

Although, earthworms chopped into small chunks are perfect.

You can id the variety of your goldfish like the Moor from here, but they aren't always clear cut.

http://www.bristol-aquarists.org.uk/goldfish/goldf...

Edited by Mr GrimNasty on Tuesday 4th August 11:16

[Turn7]

Surface agitation from the filter will assist with gas exchange.

Weekly 50% water changes with a water conditioner such as Seachem Prime to remove chlorines.

Do not over feed as Goldies can be messy at the best of times.

[2 sMoKiN bArReLs]

jonamv8 said:

2 sMoKiN bArReLs said:

Black Moor Goldfish...

...which should be called Brian

(Brian Moor)

Thanks

What about the other two?

None called Brian I am afriad

I think they might just be called fancy goldfish (maybe)