I just got the tank a couple days ago, is there something I need to buy to stop the water from smelling. I have goldfish in the tank? Thanks for your assistance.
2006-11-02 05:30:12 · 7 answers · asked by bstr8upwitme 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
The water might need to be changed, you could be over feeding the fish and the food may be the cause. I've been told that goldfish produces amonia, dont know how trur it is though. I suggest surfing the net and study upon taking care of a fish tank depending on the fish you have. Good luck with it.
2006-11-02 13:52:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be several causes but here are some suggestions/questions.
Do you have a good filter on the acquarium? The ones that work off and air "bubbler" don't really provide the needed circulation and filtration. So if that is what you have, I'd recommend you get a filter that circulates the water efficiently, and uses granular carbon. Depending on the size of your acquarium the filtration needs will change. Read the packages and select a filter that will filter your entire tank capacity a few times an hour.
You may be over feeding your fish. Believe me, we all tend to give them way more than they need. So watch the amount you give them. It's best to give them a little and see if they eat it all. If they do give them a little more.... repeat until you know how much they will consume.
Another thing that helps with the overall health of the acquarium is to get some Corydora's, small catfish. They help immensely to keep the bottom of the tank clean of excess food, etc.
Usually a smelly tank is caused by decaying matter. So watch your tank carefully for any material that may be lying on the bottom. If you see it, take it out with a small net. Sometimes ammonia can build up, but this is usually from fish urine and improper filtration.
ALSO: Make sure you tank is within the recommended temperature range for the fish you have. Higher temps promote decay and bacterial and algae growth. All of these can contribute also.
Good luck. Take care of them they are living beings and are depending on you.
2006-11-02 13:59:35 · answer #2 · answered by Dick 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
All tanks should have a earthy smell to it but if it smells worse then that then check your tank params. High ammonia can cause it to smell more then usual, it can also kill your fish. Do water changes to lower it and if you don't know about a cycle then read some info about that too.
2006-11-02 13:33:49 · answer #3 · answered by Nunya Biznis 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It smells because of rotting fish food and fish fecal matter. All you can do is change the water regularly, have a quality carbon filter, and only feed your fish as much as they can eat within two minutes. Good Luck
2006-11-02 13:38:23 · answer #4 · answered by Alexis 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
did you buy a air filter? Or it might be that you needed to rinse any rock with clean water before placing in bottom of tank.
2006-11-02 13:59:39 · answer #5 · answered by nobodytotalkabout 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have goldfish to. the water only stinks for two reasons (1)something died (2) or the water needs Tobe cleaned more often
2006-11-03 20:49:41 · answer #6 · answered by ash9494boo 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
They can smell for many different reasons but to get rid of it get some carbon inserts for your filter....that will get rid of the smell.
2006-11-02 13:36:35 · answer #7 · answered by b&g4me 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋