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i have kept a two small bass before but turned them loose after they ate too much. i now have a job and can drive and afford to buy worms and minnows, i was just wondering if i could keep one or two bluegill in a 29 gallon tank with no heater? ive heard the bluegills will wind up eating flake food, but i wll feed him live every so often too.they dont get that big, the biggest in my lake around 8-9 inches. so they wouldnt break the 1in per gallon rule, which i have been told is BS. what do yall think?

2007-03-12 10:08:54 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets Fish

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Blue gill can get a bit larger than you might think. Depending on the species they can get around a foot. One would probbaly be ok in a 29, but not two for a few reasons. Blue gill are all quite territorial and claim a space about 2 square yards or about 1/4 the size of a typical bedroom. Also, also they are coldwater fish they are used to high dissolved oxygen in their water. Two would have problems in a 29 for that reason as well. You mght check some local streams for darters, dace and minnows... or even local killifishes depending on where you live. Probably do better than a blue gill to be honest.

MM

2007-03-12 11:17:29 · answer #1 · answered by magicman116 7 · 0 1

Blue gill can get a bit larger than you might think. Depending on the species they can get around a foot. One would probbaly be ok in a 29, but not two for a few reasons. Blue gill are all quite territorial and claim a space about 2 square yards or about 1/4 the size of a typical bedroom. Also, also they are coldwater fish they are used to high dissolved oxygen in their water. Two would have problems in a 29 for that reason as well. You mght check some local streams for darters, dace and minnows... or even local killifishes depending on where you live. Probably do better than a blue gill to be honest.

2007-03-12 20:49:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 1

ok first , how does having a 29 gallon tank make u rich? You can buy a 55 gallon set up at walmart for $158 bucks..!!
As far as your fish in your lake...Do you know in most states its illegal to keep native fish with out proper permits so be cautious as to talking about it too much in pet stores, cause you might get yourself a nice fine.
As far no heater, and larger fish, you can keep smaller cichlids in a 29 if your just keeping 2 of them, but be careful of fluctuation in tempature. Depending on where you live, your tank will get cool at night and can get pretty hot during the day, especially during the summer. The more stress, the higher chance of ick. Good luck

2007-03-12 17:27:59 · answer #3 · answered by intense 2 · 0 0

I agree that the 1" rule is BS! I think the bluegill would be happier in a 55 gallon - longer length would give him more swimming room. I've kept them that way myself. And they're easy to get to eat commercial foods, but pellets are easier for them and the amount you feed will be more consistent.

If you're interested in sunfish for a home tank, are pumpkinseeds native to your area? IMO, this is one of the prettiest with almost neon-bright markings. Whatever you try, give them plenty of cover and some plants - live, plastic, or silk - they'll show their colors better.

2007-03-12 19:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by copperhead 7 · 1 0

I think you're freaking rich if you can afford a 29 gallon fish tank.

2007-03-12 17:12:42 · answer #5 · answered by glsbnewt21 3 · 0 3

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