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A mixture of specialised goldfish flake and granules are a good staple diet. Ideally supplement this with live brine shrimp and a mixture of frozen brine shrimp, daphnia and veggie mix. The diet can also be supplemented by scalded peas, small invertebrates and duck weed.
- What can I feed my common goldfish?
- Do goldfish need to be fed everyday?
- Do goldfish eat bread crumbs?
- What can I feed my fish if I don't have fish food?
- Can goldfish eat rice?
- Do goldfish need a filter?
- Can goldfish eat cereal?
- How long can goldfish go without food?
- Can I feed my fish bread?
- Can goldfish eat fruit?
- What kind of water do goldfish need?
- What size tank do I need for 2 goldfish?
- Do goldfish beg for food?
What can I feed my common goldfish?
Goldfish kept as pets feed readily on commercial pellets, flakes and diced fresh vegetables such as lettuce, zucchini and peas. They also enjoy brine shrimp and blood worms. Before adding anything into a goldfish diet, always first get the approval of an aquatic veterinarian.
Do goldfish need to be fed everyday?
How often do you feed goldfish? Adult goldfish should only be fed 1 time per day with high protein food. Smaller fish need more frequent feedings of little portions to grow big and strong. They can still eat veggies around the clock, as much as they want, so you aren't depriving them.
Do goldfish eat bread crumbs?
Can Goldfish eat bread? No, bread is harmful to Goldfish. Bread expands when it gets into the stomach that can cause constipation in Goldfish. The gluten present in the bread is very difficult to digest for the Goldfish.
What can I feed my fish if I don't have fish food?
Cooked vegetables (peas, cauliflower, pumpkin, carrots, etc.), boiled or steamed, are great food alternatives to fish food flakes once in a while for your omnivorous and herbivorous aquarium fish. You can even feed some fish (goldfish and koi in particular) cooked rice or oatmeal.
Can goldfish eat rice?
If you choose to give your goldfish cooked rice on occasions, there is no harm, and it is perfectly safe. Feeding rice to your goldfish will not cause any immediate problems unless you feed them rice often. Then again, feeding too much of any food to goldfish can cause health problems.
Do goldfish need a filter?
Goldfish, as well as most fish, need a filter. It helps pump oxygen into the water and keeps the tank cleaner for longer. All fish need filters.
Can goldfish eat cereal?
Can Goldfish Eat Cereal? Best Avoided! Because grains are generally not advisable to give goldfish to begin with, and because of the extra ingredients in cereal, you should avoid feeding cereal to your goldfish. Small amounts may not kill it, but you should opt to feed goldfish food or leafy greens instead.
How long can goldfish go without food?
Goldfish can go for as long as two weeks without food, experts suggest, but just because they can, it doesn't mean they should. We wouldn't ever endorse leaving yours for so long without feeding them, as it's incredibly unfair on your charges. After two weeks, they'll be malnourished, not to mention extremely hungry.
Can I feed my fish bread?
While fish will eat bread if you feed it to them, it's definitely not healthy for them as bread contains yeast and gluten which fish cannot digest. This can lead to several health problems including constipation, swelling, and bloating.
Can goldfish eat fruit?
Fruit and vegetables are important components of your goldfish's diet. They are a great source of nutrients and are low in fat. There are many types of fruits and vegetables that you can feed your goldfish, including peas, lettuce, broccoli, baby marrow, cauliflower peeled orange wedges and apples.
What kind of water do goldfish need?
Goldfish are cold water fish, meaning that they do not require a heater. Goldfish prefer their water between 62 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Also, goldfish do well in soft water, meaning its alkalinity is higher than its acidity. A goldfish thrives when their water's pH is between 7.0 and 7.4.
What size tank do I need for 2 goldfish?
Based on the rules above, the goldfish tank size we recommend for two goldfish is: 42 gallons for two Common goldfish. That's 30 gallons for the first fish and 12 additional gallons for the second fish. 30 gallons for two fancy goldfish.
Do goldfish beg for food?
With frequent interaction during feeding, your goldfish will learn to associate your presence with food, thus you may find them “begging” for food whenever you approach the tank. In fact, your goldfish will soon learn to anticipate feedings, provided you follow a specific feeding schedule.
