how do i keep my fish alive?

Question

i have 5 tropical fish left since the tank is only 2 days old what can i do to keep them alive untill the tank is fully ready thanks

Answer 1

You need to monitor ammonia, nitrite, nitrate and PH, it all depends on the size or your tank however, i would be looking to do 20 pct treated water changes over the next week or so to keep a check on the ammonia. Once Nitrate starts showing up then the cycle is coming to an end and you should get zero readings on ammonia and nitrite at the end of the cycle then you can add more fish.

But it all depends on the size of the tank, and the size of the fish you've already put in there.

AJ

Answer 2

put some stress coat in buy some aquarium salt (not salt water salt there is a difference) and they should be fine because fish can survive in a tank that isnt fully cycled as long as there isnt any chlorine in your water or anything so if you get your water from a well there isnt any i have the luxury of a well so when i get new fish i dont have to worry about cycling it because their arent any dangers in it but they should do fine and i hope they do. if their tropical temp should be around 72 to 80 feed them as much as they can eat in two minutes and remove the rest of the food then (unless its flake food virtually impossible to remove) so it doesnt rot and cause disease and make sure the filter can filter at least ten more gallons than you have in your tank if they are messy fish if not your good. and im sorry about all the a'ss holes that dont realize that your serious i hate people that do that because you could be getting decent info but they turn it into a joke when a person really needs help so once again im sorry for you.

Answer 3

I can't believe these answers! Okay, you have put yourselves (and those poor fish) in a bad situation. You cannot put them in a container of tap water, the chlorine will kill them. If you have room temperature bottled water, you can use that short-term. Get a very clean bucket or plastic container. If you have no bottled water, very gently pour the fish and the water they came in into the bucket or container. Use something deep, they can jump. Don't worry about feeding them, they aren't going to starve overnight. Most likely, you are in possession of Common or Comet Goldfish. This is bad. They can each grow to be as much as 18" long. When they are full-grown, you will need at least a 100 gallon tank, and 150 gallons is preferable. In either case, you will need a filter rated for double the size of the tank. These fish are really better suited for ponds. If you know someone with a Goldfish pond, the humane thing would be to give them away. Or ask your local fish store to take them off your hands. Fish should not be acquired on a whim, you need to have a prepared tank ready for them. If you are determined to try this, first you will need the largest tank you can afford (if all you can afford is a 10 gallon, give it up, they will die), and a stand for it. You will need a tank hood, and a filter rated for twice the size of the tank. You do not need or want a heater, they are cold water fish. You will want gravel (1-1½ pounds per gallon of tank size is usually recommended). Get dark or natural colored gravel. Bright or neon gravel stresses fish. Some silk plants are a nice touch. These are the basics for the aquarium. To maintain the tank and care for the fish, you are going to need new, large buckets. Enough to hold at least 30% of the tank's water, plus one more. You will need a gravel vacuum appropriate for the size tank you have, thermometers, a liquid fresh water test kit (dip strips are not accurate), and water conditioner (AquaSafe and Start Right are two good brands). These are your essentials to get started. Eventually you will add an algae scrubber or scraper, and other assorted items. You will also need food. Goldfish flakes are appropriate for Goldfish. The most important thing you need is used filter media. You will be putting these fish in an uncycled tank. If you can get some used media and put it in the filter with the new cartridge, it will help prevent ammonia spikes, and simulate a cycled tank. Ask anyone you know who has an aquarium, post ads on local classified ad sites, Freecycle, Craig's list, whatever you can think of. Beg the local fish stores to help you out. Keep it wet, in tank water, until you get it installed in your filter. Tap water will kill the beneficial bacteria. If you can't get any from anywhere, you will be doing a "fish in" cycle. Google it, you need to understand what is going to happen, so you can best try to keep the fish alive through the process. You will have to get used to doing 30% weekly partial water changes, and probably more often during the cycling. Test your water often, to make sure it is in safe parameters. One other tip. When feeding your fish, do not pour the food out of the container into the tank. Sooner or later, you will accidentally dump way too much food in there. Open the container and take a pinch out and drop it into the tank. Give them only what they can completely consume in a few minutes. You will soon get a feel for how much they will eat. Once daily is adequate, but some people like to feed smaller amounts twice daily. The choice is yours. I strongly suggest going to a book store or library and getting some beginner's aquarium keeping books, and maybe something on Goldfish care. A lot of people love Goldfish. With proper care, they can live 20 years or more. That takes dedication and a lot of work. They are one of the most labor-intensive fish there is. People who love them think it's worth it, though. If you choose to pursue this, good luck!

Answer 4

if the tank is only 2 days old i would go out and buy a bottle of BioSpira this is a bacterial cocktail that will help keep your tank healthy. scince it's only 2 days old you'll probably have to change the water daily to keep the ammonia from building up. or return the remaining fish to the store and just add the BioSpira and in about two weeks the tank should keep any fish healthy and fine. if the tank is saltwater, there is a Marine BioSpira but it's a little harder to come by, try petcos as they usually have saltwater fish.

Answer 5

just feed them (not 2 much or some will die) change there water so that the tank will be clean . Make sure the water is not 2 worm or cold. And they should be fine and healthy so that they can get put into the other tank

Answer 6

make sure that they swim in the right kind of water....maybe they live in salt water...and give them the right food,tropically fish are very difficult to keep,i have had 8 fishes an 7 of them died because it wasn't the right kind of water they lived in...one of them is still alive,he lives already 7 years...You can ask to a specialist what's wrong,or in the shop where you bought them(that cost nothing ;))So...good luck!!!!!!

Answer 7

go to the pet store and there are water treatments. If it is a new tank then it does not have the bacteria to eat all the poo. So your fish will get really ill of ammonia.

Answer 8

e water for e fishes is veri important.. did ya leave e water in a pail over nite or add some salt into it? if ur fishes is of those marine type den e water for e fishes need more attention. e water muz b at a certain temperature n e salt level content as well.

Answer 9

just keep feeding them and caring for them

Answer 10

Um.... well..first of all. Make sure they are in water. Second. Are they salt water fish..or fresh water fish. You gotta make sure of that.