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Is goldfish food the same as tropical fish food?
Is there a difference between tropical fish food and goldfish food? Yes, there are! The differences between the goldfish and tropical fish food are minimal, but these differences could have effects on their proper diet.
Can goldfish eat tropical feeding block?
Yes, it is okay for any freshwater fish. If the goldfish is/are large though, they may go through it quickly. Also, goldfish produce a lot of waste so be sure to do a partial water change prior to using the product.
Can goldfish live with tropical fish?
Goldfish and tropical fish have different requirements and to meet both requirements in one tank is just impossible. You can’t do it. You might come close, but you can’t give your fish all of the recommended goldfish care they need in a tropical aquarium.
Can goldfish eat other than fish food?
Everybody knows that Goldfish eat fish food. You can feed various vegetables like peas, spinach, kale, etc as well as fruits like grapes, orange, watermelon, apple, banana, etc to your Goldfish. Besides, some people also feed oatmeal and cooked rice to their Goldfish.
Do goldfish need special food?
Goldfish will be happy to eat most foods, but it is best to offer them a varied diet. This ensures their digestive tract stays healthy and keeps the goldfish happy and healthy too. A mixture of foods such as flakes, pellets, vegetables, and live food is a good combination.
Are fish flakes good for goldfish?
Flakes and pellets are the most simple way to feed your goldfish. You may not know this, but most successful goldfish aquarists rarely or never feed their fish pellets or flake food. Flakes may have lots of bulking agents, processed with minerals, vitamins and all your “goldfish needs”.
Do goldfish get bored in tanks?
If the aquarium is too small, or bare of plants, rocks, substrate etc. and it has no outlet for natural behaviours, then yes – they will get bored. We often get fish from people who keep them in tanks that are dull and too small.
Do goldfish like cold water?
Considered cold water fish, goldfish can also be kept in heated aquariums. The optimum temperature for fancy goldfish is 68° to 74° F, while comets and shubunkins should be kept between 60° and 70°F. pH is not critical, but ideally should be between 7.0 and 8.4.
Do goldfish only eat flakes?
What food can goldfish eat other than fish food?
Peas
What fruit and vegetables can goldfish eat?
Fruits and Vegetables. Vegetables such as turnip greens, mustard, lettuces, dandelion greens and zucchini are excellent choices for goldfish; they should constitute the majority of treats you feed. Fish can eat a few fruits in smaller quantities; those that are safe include raspberries, oranges and strawberries.
What people foods can goldfish eat?
Lima beans
How often should you feed goldfish?
Goldfish usually do best when fed two or three times per day. At each feeding, it is best to put a small amount of food in the tank. If the goldfish eats all the food within one or two minutes, a second helping of similar size can be given.