Can angelfish live with hatchetfish?

Can you put a betta fish with angelfish?

If you must pair betta fish with angelfish, be sure to take the necessary precautions mentioned above to best guarantee a peaceful cohabitation. If you have a betta fish or an angelfish and want to pair them with another fish, some choices naturally work better for each species. Here are a few:

Do angel fish have teeth?

Yes angel fish do have teeth, But the teeth are not located in their jaw, Instead they are located in their throat. The main function of the teeth in the throat is to break down / process the food the fish has swallowed. Angel fish are not able to grab on to anything with their teeth.

Will angelfish fins grow back?

Angelfish can also be nippers and cause damage to other fish. If the fins are the only injury, the fins will grow back. However, you do need to address the cause, which is stress in the tank.

Why do angelfish get nipped fins?

Introducing the wrong tank mates, such as tiger barbs that are known to be fin nipping fish, to a freshwater angelfish tank can cause angelfish to get nipped fins. Angelfish can also be nippers and cause damage to other fish.

Do angelfish bully other fish?

Angelfish will bully others if there is not enough space in the tank. Also, they are quite territorial and will bully weaker fish into defining their territory. If there is not enough space in the tank, there will be little territory to claim. The lesser the territory, the more reasons, the larger angelfish will need to defend it.

What kind of pattern does an angel fish have?

Koi Angelfish are Marble by default, but the pattern can also occur with Silver, Blue, Gold, Black and Pearlscale types. Bandless types can also have a Marble pattern too. On a bandless Angelfish the pattern will only appear on the snout and fins.

Why do my angelfish have broken fins and tail?

If you damage to the angelfish fins and tail is a result of the tail or fins dragging along the substrate or scraping along décor, then you need a bigger tank for your fish. Also inspect the aquarium décor and remove any with exceptionally rough surfaces.

Will Melafix Fix my Fish’s fins?

The fix meds are junk. Trust me been there done that. Your fishes fins will grow back but it will be from clean water not from the melafix.

Will my fish fins grow back?

Your fishes fins will grow back but it will be from clean water not from the melafix. Not trying to be rude.. but like snowman said the fix meds are useless.

How do you treat fin rot in angelfish?

If you need to treat, the best option is to move the angelfish to a hospital tank if possible for treatment. Before treating tail and fin rot or a fungal infection in a community tank, do a 50 percent water change. Remove charcoal from the filter as charcoal will remove the medication from the water.

Do nose nipped fins grow back?

Nipped fins aren’t necessarily fatal. If the attacker is prevented from causing more damage, the fins will grow back. Problems occur if the damage is severe enough to cause body damage or a systemic infection. If you act quickly to do water changes and remove the bully fish, then your angelfish fins should return to their full glory.

How to stop angelfish fighting for food?

If your angelfish are aggressive and fighting for food, the best way to stop the aggression is to provide an adequate food supply. When there is enough food for all the fish, there will be no cause for aggression.

How were the different types of freshwater angelfish created?

The different types of freshwater angelfish available today resulted from careful selective breeding. Aquarists took specific qualities (color, patterns, fin length) and paired them together to create the varieties you find in pet stores.

Do angelfish breed in pairs?

Angelfish tend to breed in pairs but since they are so difficult to sex it is best to start with a group of 6 juveniles and to wait for them to pair off naturally as they mature – to speed up the process, you may also be able to purchase an established breeding pair from a breeder or pet store.

How long does it take for fins to grow back?

Thanks also do u know how long itl take for the fins to grow back mostly concerned about the ventral fin. just all depends.. the best you can do is keep water pristine.i had a discus loose about 3/4 of a fin.. it was back to normal in about 10 days..

Will my angel fish’s fins grow back?

It will grow back. Sometimes angels have folded fins and breeders will cut off the tips so they can grow back straight. Fish damage fins all the time from running into things, nipping, snagging and they heal unnoticed. All you need is very clean water, no meds at all.

What causes Angelfish to lose their ventral fins?

Similarly, the nipping behavior of other fish can cause Angelfish to lose their ventral fins. Angelfish will find it hard to cope with nipping fish such as tiger barb. It can also scrap their body against the wall of the tank or any other substrates in the tank. Angelfish can regenerate their fins.

What does it mean if my angel fish has lines?

Sharply defined lines, especially near where the dorsal meets the body on lighter colored angels is stress. If it radiates out towards the fin or in towards the body it is a bacterial issue. This often has a streaked or fan sort of pattern to it.

How to treat Hith in angelfish?

We had five angelfish in total. One of them got HITH, which I treated with a seven day (two dose) medication. I was too late and after several days of not feeding at all I had to euthanise this fish. I treated the whole tank with all fish in and followed up with a 50% water change. No other fish have sign of HITH.

Are Melafix and Bettafix safe for Betta fish?

Melafix and Bettafix are notorious in the aquarium hobby for treating betta fish with the common disease known as fin rot. While they might be labeled as all-natural due to their tea tree oil content, it is said that these oils can cover the labyrinth organ, making breathing difficult for your betta fish.

Can API Melafix be used in aquariums?

API MELAFIX fish remedy will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter the pH, or discolor water. Add 5 ml. for each 10 gallons of aquarium water. For disease or wound treatment, dose daily for 7 days.

What is Melafix fish remedy?

API® MELAFIX fish remedy is an all-natural antibacterial treatment that works to treat infections in fish. Common bacterial infections are open wounds and abrasions, tail rot, eye cloud, and mouth fungus. MELAFIX fish remedy also promotes regrowth of damaged fins and tissue.