Are demon Eartheater cichlids extinct?

What do fish look like when they are disturbed?

The fishes have enlarged pectoral fins and elongated dorsal fin spines, and each species bears a particular pattern of bold, zebralike stripes. When disturbed, the fish spread and display their fins and, if further pressed, will present and attack with the dorsal spines.

What causes fading in fish?

The endocrine system is responsible for hormone production, including the stress hormone corticosterone. Corticosteron can lead to fading, and this fading is often one of the first signs of fish distress.

What happens to a fish when you put it in New water?

What happens is, the fish gets used to the water it is in and starts to adjust to it. Then when you completely remove all the water and add totally new water… it puts the fish in shock again of trying to get used to the new water. Their organs and such become under stress.

Why is my fish shivering when I change water?

This may have been brought on by the drastic water changes for the fish. What happens is, the fish gets used to the water it is in and starts to adjust to it. Then when you completely remove all the water and add totally new water… it puts the fish in shock again of trying to get used to the new water.

Why are my Goldfish and Koi fading?

Certain species like goldfish and koi actually require exposure to natural sunlight in order to develop the pigments in their skin which enables them to show healthy color. Though inadequate aquarium lighting can have the effect of fading the coloration of your fish, lighting that is too intense may also be a problem.

Why do fish lose colour?

The major reason why fish may lose colour is due to stress. This stress is usually due to a change in environment including variations in water temperature, a change in water pH, and other factors. You may find out that if you buy your fish looking bright and glossy from one aquarist and introduce them to a new tank, they may initially lose colour.

Is it normal for fish to fade in a saltwater aquarium?

This phenomenon is most commonly seen in saltwater environments but it can also be a problem in freshwater tanks where the lighting is too intense. Species of fish that are naturally found in low-light environments may fade when kept in a brilliantly-lit aquarium.

Are my koi fish Goldies?

So the ones you think are Koi that are black on the backs are probably Goldies. The ones that are already colored up are probably Koi, since Koi are usually born with colors. You also may have some fry that are Koi/Goldie hybrid. Since they spawned together at the same time and in the same place, this is VERY likely.

Why do my koi fish flash a lot?

Koi tend to flash a lot when their skin and gills experience irritation due to chemical runoff from soil nearby. If you have a patch in your garden or yard that you tend to fertilize, it would be advisable to check the soil nutrient levels before doing so and absolutely avoiding phosphorous unless it’s necessary.

Why is my fish floating on top of the water?

You feed your fish one final time then turn out the light and go to bed just to discover one of your favorites floating upside down on the top of the water when you wake up. It is true that water changes can be harmful to fish if you do not do them right but there is more than one reason why this might be the case.

Why do I need to change my fish water?

Wastes are not the only reason water needs to be changed. Trace elements and minerals in the water are important to the health of your fish as well as the stability of the water chemistry. Over time they are used up or filtered out.

Why did my Goldfish lose color?

I think Loosing the color is due to the stress mainly. Though the water parameters are OK, still the change in the overall water parameters (from Fish store to Home aquarium) may have caused the stress to them & thats why they must have died. Pl read the “Drip Acclaimation” related information / procedure on this site.

Why do goldfish look metallic?

These are pigmented cells that reflect light and thereby cause the colors we see in fish (and other animals). Interestingly, the guanine responsible for making goldfish appear metallic is created by a type of chromatophore. Guanine is deposited by iridophores.

Do goldfish Fry change colour?

Goldfish Fry Colour Change. Fry change colour at different speeds, even within the same brood. Some fry never change colour and remain a dull brown. Choose those fry that change colour first and with the deepest colour for future parents. The fry will be a light orange/yellow at first but this deepens over time.

Why are my Goldfish turning orange?

If you’ve ever bought a nice red and white goldfish from the pet store, only to slowly watch the red fade to orange in your tank at home, this is because of its change of environment. Ornamental fish are typically raised in outdoor ponds, goldfish included.

How can I tell if my Goldfish is a koi/koi hybrid?

You also may have some fry that are Koi/Goldie hybrid. Since they spawned together at the same time and in the same place, this is VERY likely. Koi/Goldie hybrids usually grow fast, but are often really ugly as adults. Get some of your fry and look for whiskers. The ones with barbels are most likely Koi since the hybrids usually are barbel-free.

Why is my Koi flashing after eating?

Koi flashing after eating is actually one of the most common reasons many koi flash, and could be an indicator that the food you’re using is not suitable to the fish or pond.

Is it normal for koi fish to flash?

Flashing isn’t always a concern, and depends on how many koi are flashing and for how long. Flashing behaviors can occur with new fish as they grow accustomed to their new environment. They’ll likely be stressed for a time as they acclimate, but in this case flashing and similar unusual actions should only last for a couple of days.

Why is my fish tank flicking?

I suspect that the flicking may well be down to a water quality issue rather than a parasite. If the tank is still relatively new and ‘immature’, (tanks take anything from six months to a year to be considered truly ‘mature’ in my experience) then there is a considerable risk of sudden fluctuations in water chemistry.

Why is my dog flicking at the water?

There are two principle irritants to the skin, water-borne pollutants and pathogenic infections. Flicking, flashing and scratching behaviours could be caused by irritation of the skin by high ammonia levels in the water, extremes of pH or residual chlorine in the water due to ineffective or absent tapwater conditioning.

Why do fish lose color and die?

Fish lose their color and die primarily because of stress. Two principal sources of stress are being moved to a new aquarium and and toxic nitrogen compounds because the nitrogen cycle has not been established.