2006-08-13 10:32:53 · 13 answers · asked by kmac41586 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
I have moved my fish many times, I find ziplock bags are the best way, pretty much the same method as if you were going to buy them from the store. The problem you face is it is two days, I would either bring extra distilled water. Or distilled water and salt if it is marine fish. The small area with no filtration is going to increase ammonia levels, nitrates, and nitrites. Meaning the water is going to get dirty. Also you are not going to want to remove all of the original tank water, just remove some and re-add, you want them to stay in the original water. Make sure you seperate the fish and don't stick all the fish in one bag, even though they live together on a regular basis, the small area may cause them to be agressive fighting for area. Make sure to also reacclimate the fish once they arrive at the destination, if you throw them right back into the tank they can suffer shock, and you don't want them to die. Also they may look dead on arrival this can also be shock from the trip, still acclimate the fish normally, as they may revive. If you have ever bought fish online this is pretty much the same thing, they take a long trip and then you receive them and have to acclimate etc.
- Another method that would work better and you wouldn't have to change the water, or have any worries about your fish friends, if you have room for a 5 gallon bucket. You can put all the fish in there and put holes in the top of the lid. It is best to keep them in a dark area on a move, plus on drip method acclimation I have done this before and have had fish running around in the bucket for about 5 hours. They have plenty of room to move around, and plenty of water so waste doesn't affect them quickly.
Also don't stick this bucket in the back of a truck or something, you do not want to store them in a hot environment, or cold.
Here is a link I found online doesn't really tell you much, but it may be helpful
http://saltaquarium.about.com/od/movinglivestock1/
Hope this helps!!!! Goodluck
2006-08-13 10:56:02 · answer #1 · answered by Jimmy P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good way to transport fish is in a 5 gallon bucket. You can get them with the lids at Home Depot. Only fill it up 1/2 to 2/3 full. the sloshing around will provide aeration while driving. Take an air pump to use while you are stopped overnight. This also gives you conditioned water to re-start your tank when you get to your new place.
2006-08-13 21:12:15 · answer #2 · answered by Jim R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to transport fish is in a cooler. It keeps the water temperature and allows for air to get in, as opposed to bags which are too air tight.
2006-08-13 17:39:47 · answer #3 · answered by Purple Pixie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i moved my fish in a big tupperware bin. that was a 2 day drive. I had 6 fish, 2 ferretts, 2 dogs, and 1 cat. that was a LONG trip.
2006-08-13 17:37:26 · answer #4 · answered by god 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gallon Bags, keep them in a safe spot though.
2006-08-13 17:36:44 · answer #5 · answered by djarizpe13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no ziplock bags they rip easy and are hard to keep closed try a cooler leave it open with cheese cloth
2006-08-13 18:25:32 · answer #6 · answered by Hottie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just use a plastic container!!! how many fish are there?? keep the water at room temp!!
2006-08-13 19:10:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what type of fish it is.
2006-08-13 17:50:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
steal your bro or dads cooler and fill it half way with water,and start smoking pot you'll find a use for just about anything then
2006-08-13 17:39:39 · answer #9 · answered by Stoner 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give them away and buy more when yu get moved?? less hassle? but there are air generating tablets that yu could try but??? who knows how good they are?
2006-08-13 17:39:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋