What type and size tank do I need? What type water? How much is a pair of seahorses? What type pet store sales them? PetSmart doesnt have seahorses, and you cant buy them at Seahorses R' Us. Yes this is a serious question. I have had freshwater aquariums in the past with success. Thank you.
2006-12-30 14:26:26 · 10 answers · asked by bex920 3 in Pets ➔ Fish
Seahorses are saltwater fish and require special care. The biggest issue with seahorses are that they are picky eaters and very slow.
Most people that keep them have an aquarium dedicated to them as any other fish will out compete them for food.
2006-12-31 08:41:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are one of the most difficult fish to keep, with lots of patience and money you can be successful.
The first thing to do is not go to petsmart or any other large pet store. Find a good locally owned aquarium shop. They should be able to find some tank raised seahorses, they are expensive, $100+ each for tank raised ones; don't buy wild caught ones.
They are a salt water fish and need at least a 30 gallon tank. Expect to spend up to $2000 on setting the tank up properly. Get some good books about salt water fish keeping at it is much more difficult than fresh water, much more expensive too.
If you have any more Q's e-mail me through yahoo answers, I have bred them in the past and can help, but books are necessary in order to get the knowledge base.
2006-12-30 22:46:14 · answer #2 · answered by Johnny 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well for a start, seahorses live in saltwater. they need a pretty big tank im sure. u can buy a book about raising seahorses and u could probally find a book of that on ebay. try a search for a seahorse breeder and ask for tips.
good luck
2006-12-30 22:52:37 · answer #3 · answered by Linzi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well they need salt water, and i think tropical salt... usually one seahorse is worth on average $40. but you may get it at very cheaper prices coz i live out in the country. just look around your local petshop or aquarium for more details. good luck.
2006-12-31 01:14:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well just to let you know seahorse are very hard to keep and the worst part is if the die you feel so bad.they need a 40 gallon tank heat has to be prefict and salt aswell they are very beatifull to watch just have to be willing to lose a couple till you get it right but well worth it just get them in pairs.t just rember they are not fresh water it is salt water
2006-12-30 22:45:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Seahorses are not good if you arent very experenced with saltwater aquarium, i would go with something hardier at first
2006-12-30 23:45:43 · answer #6 · answered by Skittles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obvously u have to buy magical pony eggs then ask a scientist to turn them into sea horses. Take care of them they can turn into blood sucking seahorses
2006-12-30 23:01:49 · answer #7 · answered by lilgman424 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Please don't buy a sea horse unless you had a salt water tank before. I would try a clown fish.
2007-01-01 11:27:30 · answer #8 · answered by Max 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give them water
2006-12-30 22:27:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
Please check this site..:)
http://www.seahorse.com/Frequently_Asked_Questions/Seahorse_FAQ's/Is_it_OK_for_inexperienced,_unknowledgeable_people_to_raise_seahorses?/
2006-12-30 22:30:01 · answer #10 · answered by TheWeeKiwi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋