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What fish and supplies are best for a beginner's small tank?
Without anything to use for scale, it is hard for me to tell how big your tank is, but in general it seems very small. Also, the water that is in the tank appears very cloudy right now, so that would be the first place to start. Water quality is very important, and will make or break your ability to house and care for fish. I would recommend getting a good filter system (you can visit a local pet store to assist you with brands in your area, as I am not familiar with what you can get in India). Be sure to bring the measurements (height, length, width) of your tank, or the gallons or liters so they can tell you what capacity of filter you will need. Everything else will depend on what types of fish you get - if you plan on getting multiple fish, they will need to be small - a general rule of thumb is one square inch of fish per gallon of water. Depending on the species you get, you may need to also get a bubbler to ensure there is enough oxygen in the water for them, and you will also likely need to get some sort of substrate for the bottom and cage furniture (different species have different air requirements, and some are secretive and like to hide). You may also need a water heater, depending on the species you would like to house. But, depending on how small your tank is, it may be hard to get a water heater that will fit. The food type will also depend on what species you get, as there can be differences in diet type between species. I hope that gives you a place to start, and good luck!
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Is an LED flashlight safe for fish if my tank light is broken?
Hello, and thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Yes, the light itself is safe as long as 1) you secure the flashlight in such a way that you can be 100% certain it cannot fall into the tank, and 2) the flashlight doesn't create excessive heat.
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My fish's fins are drooping. What's wrong and how do I fix it?
Begin by submitting a water sample for quality testing. Most pet stores will do this for free or a nominal fee. High ammonia levels, PH imbalances may be responsible for that. Oxygen concentration and quality of the filters should be determined as well. If water quality is good and there are no major imbalances, Cosmo should examined to look for any sign of bacterial/fungal infection and eventually water should be treated. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation (where you can post pictures ) if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
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Thank you for your question about your goldfish. I see the area that you are referring to in the photo, but it is a bit blurry so I can't see it completely clearly. If you feel that your fish is otherwise doing well - it is staying upright and balanced, it is eating well, the two fish aren't fighting, and it is swimming normally, then I would recommend to monitor for the time being. If any of this changes, then I would recommend taking your fish to a veterinarian who is familiar with fish. You can use the AAFV website to help identify one in your area if you don't know of any. Also, you can contact veterinarians in your area who see other zoological companion animals (such as ferrets, birds, and reptiles) and they, or someone they know, may also be able to examine your fish. I hope this gives you a place to start, and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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