Many people like to raise fish in their homes. Some do it to have good Feng Shui, and some simply want to have more scenery. Map fish is a good choice. Here is what I have carefully prepared for you. Let’s take a look at the compiled methods of raising map fish. How to raise map fish
In an aquarium with a size of 80cm?50cm?45cm, if the body length is 5-10cm, 12-14 fish can be stocked alone; if the body length is more than 20cm, 4-10 fish can be stocked. 6 tails; can be mixed with blood parrot fish, seven-star saury fish, ruby ??fish (starlight perch), silver shark and other fish, but cannot be mixed with small fish such as traffic lights, lotus lights and other fish. The principle of matching is to mainly use map fish, and for other matching fish, it is better to have an even number or male and female pairs. The density depends on the size of the fish, and the total number of fish is controlled at 6-12 fish.
Although the map fish does not have very strict requirements on water quality, fresh water quality can greatly promote its growth rate. Generally, if there is a filtration system, the water should be changed every 2-3 days. Use a straw to suck out the accumulated feces, residual bait and other dirt and lower water at the bottom of the box, and change the water amount to 1/3-1/2. The tap water that is replaced is first treated with an anti-chlorine agent, such as using Yulebao for disinfection
Add one water purification tablet for every 10kg, grind to dissolve, stir for half a minute and then put it into the aquarium. The bottom of the aquarium should not be laid with fine sand or planted with aquatic plants. An appropriate amount of pebbles can be placed to prevent excessive accumulation of excreta from causing deterioration of water quality. Map fish consume a lot of oxygen, so they are generally equipped with a three-in-one submersible pump that can dive, spray oxygen, and pump water. It is best to turn it on 24 hours a day, and the suitable water temperature is 22-26 degrees Celsius.
In the juvenile stage, cladoceran zooplankton, water earthworms and artificial compound feed can be fed (the main ingredient crude protein content must be greater than 38%). In the adult stage, live bait such as small fish and shrimp, frozen fish and shrimp minced meat, artificial feed, etc. can be fed. Feeding should be done regularly, 2-3 times a day. Artificial feed should be eaten within 10 minutes after feeding. Leftover food and feces floating on the water should be fished out in time with a fishing net to prevent water pollution and affect the viewing effect. When feeding, you should actively train the feeding ability of map fish, cultivate feelings, and increase fun.
Generally, you need to receive appropriate light for 2-3 hours every day. Aquariums with specifications of 80cm?50cm?45cm should be equipped with 25w fluorescent lamps. Lighting can make the body color of map fish more colorful, and at the same time, light can sterilize and prevent fish diseases and water quality corruption.
Light control
Map fish have strong disease resistance and rarely suffer from diseases, but we must adhere to the principle of prevention first and pay attention to the cleaning and disinfection of the aquarium. Common diseases include fin rot (mainly occurring at the end of the pectoral fins) and air bubble disease (mainly occurring in the pectoral fins, pelvic fins, abdomen and other parts). Methods to prevent and control fin rot disease:
① Sprinkle high-efficiency disinfectant into the tank with 0.3?10-6?0.5?10-6 liquid.
② Use 10-5?3?10-5 PVP-I for about 10 minutes. Methods to prevent and treat air bubble disease:
①Inflate the air. The water temperature should be controlled and stabilized so that the supersaturated oxygen in the water body can be emitted into the air.
② Completely change the water and drain out the old water. Life habits of map fish
Map fish are large in size, move slowly, and are not ferocious in their habits. They just eat an amazing amount and are very greedy. They eat almost any acceptable bait, but their favorite food is fresh food. Live fish and shrimps. When eating, they even chase after another small fish that has not yet been swallowed in their mouths, which shows their greed. Therefore, they must not be mixed with other smaller fish to avoid becoming their snacks! After eating and drinking enough, they will sometimes lie flat on their sides at the bottom of the aquarium. At this time, you can Don't think they are feeling any discomfort, they are just lazy and taking a rest.
The life span of map fish is the longest among tropical fish. According to relevant information, there is a record of map fish surviving in an aquarium for 13 years. At the same time, they are also the most emotional fish among tropical fish, and they can even recognize their owners who have kept them for a long time.
When strangers are watching them, they will do their own thing as if nothing has happened, and when their owner approaches the aquarium, they will immediately swim over, roll their big eyes, and shake their heads. With their tails wagging to express welcome? They will also accept the owner's touch without any surprise. A well-trained map fish will even jump out of the water in the aquarium to accept the bait from the owner? In short, the map fish is a very interesting species. ornamental fish.
It is very easy to raise map fish. They are strong and adaptable to almost any water environment. As long as the water temperature is controlled at around 20°C and sufficient food is provided, they will live very well and No special care is required. The only thing to note is that, like pigs, they eat, sleep, and poop -- they excrete large amounts of feces. Therefore, if you do not have a good filtration system, it is best to lay a layer of bottom sand of more than 2cm in the aquarium where they are raised to provide enough bed for nitrifying bacteria to maintain the ecological balance of the aquarium and prevent excessive growth. Excessive feces deposition leads to sudden deterioration of water quality.
After 12-18 months, the map fish enters sexual maturity. The distinguishing characteristics of male and female are: the male fish has a thick and well-developed head, the dorsal and anal fins are pointed and long, and the stripes on the body are brighter and more colorful than the female fish; the female fish is generally thicker than the male fish.
The reproduction of map fish is also relatively simple. After natural pairing, they will find a smooth surface, take turns to eat it clean and then start to lay eggs. The number ranges from 800-2000 depending on the size of the brood fish. After laying eggs, they will take good care of the eggs like other cichlids until they hatch 36-48 hours later. The larvae grow and develop by absorbing their own vitellin in the first 4-5 days after hatching, and then Will feed on its own.
After artificial improvement, map fish have many similar species, and their body colors and shapes have become more colorful. A hot-selling product that has recently appeared in the aquarium market is a long-tailed, red-eyed albino map fish called the "Comet Jasper Pig".
Because map fish grow very quickly and taste delicious, some places even sell them as high-end edible fish in restaurants for diners to taste. Undoubtedly, this is their sorrow!