Description of aquarium zebra fish
Zebras are quite large fish. Their length is 15 cm.The body of these fish is elongated, they have a large head with large eyes, and the mouth is bordered by funny plump lips. Adult males can be distinguished by a fat pad on the head. Zebras can be called long-livers. If you manage to create ideal living conditions for them, they will live up to 10 years.In zebra fish, the body is covered with characteristic bandsPhoto: Getty There are more than 50 varieties of fish of this species. They can be red, blue, yellow-orange, etc. The main condition - the presence of 7-9 dark strips on the body, thanks to which the fish and got its name. The most interesting and rare are albinos. In nature, they practically can not be found, but in aquariums they are found in true aquarists.
Contents of zebra fish
It is better not to get these fish if you do not have experience in aquarium keeping. Comfortable conditions for zebra are quite difficult to recreate. Here are the key features of keeping:
- The aquarium will need a very spacious - from 250 liters. Its length should be at least 120 cm. If you plan to keep along with zebras and other fish, then the aquarium should be even more spacious.
- Water can be fresh or slightly brackish.
- Good filtration is a must. It is necessary that it creates a current in the aquarium.
- In the water must be present corals and stones. They will help to achieve the desired pH level in a natural way.
- Also need snags, so that zebras can create their own cozy houses.
- Dirty water will immediately affect the health of your pets. Daily it is necessary to replace 30% of water, and every 2 weeks - to clean the walls.
- These fish do not like cold water. It should be within 23-28 degrees.
- It is best to keep fish in groups consisting of 1 male and 2-3 females.
Zebras are omnivores, but most of their diet consists ofshould consist of plant food. The easiest way is to buy ready-made food for this type of fish. Do not overfeed your pets, as they are prone to obesity. Feed in small portions. Keeping zebras is quite difficult. You will have to take care of the right water temperature, the appropriate hardness, etc. However, if you can monitor all these indicators, beautiful fish will delight you with their appearance for a long time. Next: