How to raise zebra swallows
Zebrafish is a common tropical ornamental fish that is loved by aquarium lovers for its bright stripes and lively personality. This article will introduce in detail the feeding methods of zebra swallows, including water quality requirements, feed selection, breeding skills, etc., to help you raise this beautiful fish easily.
1. Basic information about zebra swallows
| project | content |
|---|---|
| scientific name | Danio rerio |
| Alias | Zebrafish, Zebrafish |
| country of origin | South Asia (India, Bangladesh, etc.) |
| Suitable water temperature | 24-28℃ |
| pH value | 6.5-7.5 |
| Adult body length | 4-6 cm |
2. The feeding environment of zebra swallow fish
1.Fish tank selection: Zebra swallows are small in size, but they like to swim in groups. It is recommended to use at least 30 liters of fish tanks and raise more than 6-10 fish.
2.Water quality management: Zebra swallows do not have high requirements for water quality, but they need to keep the water quality clean. Change 1/3 of the water every week and use a filter to maintain the water quality.
| Water quality parameters | Ideal range |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 24-28℃ |
| pH value | 6.5-7.5 |
| hardness | 5-12 dGH |
| Ammonia content | 0 ppm |
| Nitrite | 0 ppm |
3.Landscape layout: Zebra swallows like to have an environment where they hide. They can place water plants, sinking trees or rocks in the fish tank to provide them with a hiding place.
3. Feed selection for zebra swallow fish
Zebra swallow is an omnivorous fish that can accept a variety of feed. Here are the common feed types:
| Feed type | Recommended brand/category |
|---|---|
| Artificial feed | Granular feed, flake feed (such as Tetra, JBL and other brands) |
| Live bait | Flea, red worm, and brine shrimp |
| Frozen feed | Frozen red worms, frozen brine shrimp |
Pay attention when feeding: Feed 1-2 times a day, and each time it is better to eat the fish within 2-3 minutes to avoid excessive feeding and deterioration of water quality.
4. The breeding skills of zebra swallow fish
Zebra swallows are relatively easy to reproduce, and the following are the key steps to reproduce:
1.Brooch fish selection: Choose healthy and bright adult fish as parent fish, with a male-female ratio of 1:1 or 1:2.
2.Breeding tank preparation: Use a small breeding tank (10-20 liters), keep the water temperature at 26-28 ℃, and lay fine leaf aquatic plants or breeding nets.
3.Egg spawning and hatching: Female fish can lay 100-300 eggs each time, and the eggs are hatched within 24-48 hours. 3-4 days after hatching, the fish begin to swim and can be fed microworms or newly hatched brine shrimp.
| Reproductive stage | time | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| spawning | 1 day | The parent fish needs to be removed from the breeding tank to avoid swallowing the eggs |
| incubation | 1-2 days | Keep the water clean and avoid excessive light |
| Open the mouth of a fish | 3-4 days | Feed small live bait |
5. Common diseases and prevention
Although zebra swallows are highly resistant to diseases, they may still be infected with the following diseases:
| Disease Name | symptom | Treatment method |
|---|---|---|
| White spot disease | Body expression point, rubbing tank | Heat up to 30℃, use white spots to clean |
| Water mold | Cotton-like attachment | Use methylene blue or salt bath |
| Flippery disease | Fins ulcer | Improve water quality and use antibacterial drugs |
The key to preventing diseases is to keep the water quality clean, avoid sudden changes in temperature, and observe the fish's condition regularly.
6. Summary
Zebra Swallow is an ornamental fish suitable for beginners and is less difficult to raise. As long as you master basic water quality management, feed selection and breeding skills, you can easily raise this lively little fish. I hope this article can help you enjoy raising zebra swallows!
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