Anchovy is a kind of tropical fish, anchovy is also known as guppies, known as the "water fairy", its body is slender, the fins are elegant, because its tail fin is similar to the beautiful fan shape of the peacock open screen, so it is loved by the majority of aquarists.
1. Water quality management
1.Temperature control: Anchovies prefer temperatures ranging from 22 to 28. Due to its tropical fish nature, it is advisable to use a heating rod to keep the water temperature stable, especially in winter or in areas with greater climate change.
2.Water quality conditions: Anchovies are suitable for a pH of 65 to 75 lives in weakly alkaline water. Reduce nitrite and ammonia build-up by changing the water regularly (1 4 to 1 3 per week) to keep the water clean.
3.Hardness and salinity: The total hardness of water gh is recommended at 4-8°dgh, and salinity can be kept at a lower level, although a slight increase in salinity can help prevent certain diseases.
Second, the feeding conditions
1.Tank size: It is recommended to use at least a 54 liter (20 gallon) fish tank to give the fish enough room to swim and avoid overcrowding.
2.Filtration system: A proper recirculating filtration system is essential to maintain water quality. The filtration system should be appropriately matched to the number of fish and the capacity of the tank, following a standard of four to five cycles per hour.
3.Plants and decorations: Provide shelter such as plants (real or fake) and burrows to mimic the habitat of anchovies in their natural environment, while also providing a place for breeding.
3. Feeding methods
1.Feed selection: Anchovies are omnivorous, and a variety of dry food, freeze-dried or frozen foods specially formulated for anchovies are suitable, such as daphnia, bloodworms and micro-pellet feeds.
2.Feeding frequency: Generally, feed twice a day, and it is advisable to eat within 2-3 minutes each time, and avoid overfeeding.
3.Nutritional balance: In order to ensure adequate nutrition, the type of food can be rotated appropriately during feeding to ensure that the necessary proteins, vitamins and minerals are obtained.
Fourth, breeding technology
1.Gender identification: Before breeding, it is necessary to distinguish between males and females, and in general, males are more colorful and their tail fins are more beautiful.
2.Breeding environment: When breeding, the juveniles should be separated from the main tank and placed in a special breeding tank, and the nutrients of the feed should be strengthened.
3.Nursery method: Newborn anchovies are very tiny and can initially eat only very small foods, such as egg yolks or specialized fry feed. Thoughtful nursery work is essential for their survival.
5. Disease prevention and control
1.Observation habits: Regular observation of fish behavior can detect health problems in time. If there is a decrease in appetite, darkening of color, or group separation, the water quality should be checked and quarantined in time**.
2.Common diseases: White spots, mold, and parasites are common health problems in anchovies. In order to prevent them, suitable drugs should be used for regular water treatment.
3.Water quality maintenance: Most diseases are caused by poor water quality, so maintaining good water quality is the foundation of disease prevention.
Summary
Although the management of anchovy farming is not complicated, it needs to be carefully observed and adjusted. In the daily feeding management, attention should be paid to the stability of water quality, the comfort of the fish tank environment, the balance of the diet and timely disease prevention. Through these meticulous farming methods, healthy and beautiful anchovies can be successfully farmed and become part of the wonderful aquarium world.