When goldfish swim up to the tank glass, does it mean that they are smart enough to recognize people?
Goldfish are smart, not in the sense that dogs are, but they are smart. They will swim to find you probably because they think you are going to feed them. They may not be able to tell the difference between one person and another, but they know that the people they live with are the caregivers. Know that they depend on you and therefore love you.
Why does a new goldfish not move in its bowl, when it is very alive?
Well, first of all, you probably hate being in a bowl. Goldfish don’t like bowls even though humans think they are cute. Put it in a tank with a compatible companion goldfish. Meanwhile, watch the fish. Is it rising to the top of the tank when you feed it? If so, you are probably getting used to the new bowl. If you seem to have difficulty swimming and keep sinking to the bottom, you may have a swim bladder disorder caused by too much dry food and bad water.
Why does a goldfish swim to the top from time to time?
Goldfish keep swimming to the surface of the tank because that’s where they get their oxygen from. Always make sure there is enough empty space at the top. Do not fill the tank to the brim, as leaving space will give them the oxygen they need. If your fish are normally active, swimming and chasing each other for a round, don’t worry if they swim to the top every now and then.
Why do goldfish always seem to be hungry?
That’s because they are greedy! Don’t be tempted enough to feed them every time they ask because overfeeding will do more harm to them. Also, goldfish can never starve; they are always nibbling something or the other.
Why does one goldfish stay motionless most of the time while the rest swim? Are you a social outcast?
If you have different varieties of goldfish, make sure they are compatible. Slower fantasy varieties can be stressed by faster ones, such as comets. Yes, they may feel marginalized and keep to themselves. Some goldfish can even become aggressive towards another, and in that case one needs to be being cornered into another tank.
Why are all goldfish so lifeless and tend to stay at the bottom of the tank most of the time, as if they are very tired?
If they are not swimming as they usually do, something is definitely bothering them.
If your tank is new and the goldfish has a problem because the tank has not been recycled. Wait a moment and watch. Make sure to cycle the tank before placing them because a new tank cannot handle the ammonia that goldfish produce.
If your tank is old and the goldfish are suddenly quieter than normal, it could be that the toxicity of the water is bothering them. So change the water. When your goldfish appear dormant, you should check the water for nitrites and the pH level.
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