2006-09-23 16:06:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
I am going to assume you have a lack of circulation in your tank. You are probably feed too much and the excess protein if forming a skin on the water's surface. The fish cannot get enough oxygen and are gasping at the surface causing the skin to break up and for a web. Buy an air pump or filter and cut down on the amount you feed. Also keep up with the weekly water changes of 25% of the water.
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2006-09-24 03:22:55 · answer #1 · answered by iceni 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could u provide more information...what sort of filtration are u using?...fish u have...size of tank?
it could be a form of algea or in some cases if using a filter with filter wool could just be the wool breaking down.
possible solutions are:
Carry out very regular partial water changes (30% of tank volume) every 14 days.
Reduce the stocking density of your aquarium.
Don't over-feed - as a rule of thumb, fish's stomachs are approximately the size of their eye and so this is about as much as you should feed.
Use white daylight bulbs - lights that peak in the blue and red spectrum are best for photosynthesis and hence encourage plant as well as algae growth. So, by using plain white light, although it is not perfect for plants, it will help to hinder algae growth.
Decrease photoperiod - having light available for a shorter period will make it more difficult for algae to make their food and multiply.
If the tank receives sunlight, reposition the tank or shade it to avoid any direct sunlight. *Remember, it is dangerous to move a filled tank.
Add some water plants to your aquarium: aquatic plants will compete with the algae for nutrients and light.
Introduce an algae eating fish that is suitable for your set-up - examples would include bristlenose catfish, chinese algae eater.
You may wish to install a UV-clarifier or proceed with chemical or other biological treatment. *NOTE: chemicals should never be the sole treatment. They should be used only after or in conjunction with management strategies as outlined.
2006-09-24 00:15:42 · answer #2 · answered by Shaun H 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Could be algae, could be something that got into the tank. Need more info to help.
2006-09-24 00:16:34 · answer #3 · answered by tikitiki 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
thats the waste from your fish... your fish diet is not right thier waste will float when they dun feel good or digestion are bad
2006-09-23 23:28:50 · answer #4 · answered by lamlieth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bettas do that.
2006-09-24 00:41:19 · answer #5 · answered by Charitha L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's probably fish poo.
2006-09-23 23:23:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anna G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋