Can i have tropical fish from different aqurian shops?
I am wondering if i can buy tropical fish from a different aqaurian shop, i have bought all of my fish from 1 fish aqaurian store they are small tropical fish ( guppies, mollies, platys, swordtails, gouramis,) i am wondering if i can today get some more small tropical fish ( peaceful) from a different aqaurian store. ?
So can i buy tropical fishes from 2 different tropical aqurians?
Will the fish be more alert to deseases?
Are there any percautions?
yes that is no problem. I live in Edinburgh (u.k) and I'm lucky to have alot of good quality aquarium shops that i can buy fish from knowing i can buy without them dying on me.
Inspect the tanks before buying, if fish are dead or look ill in the tank then dont buy them.
As long as you dont over stock the tank and if you do make sure you have a good filter and keep on top of weekly water changes and vac the gravel.
You should only add 2 or 3 fish at 1 time so the others dont get stressed out as then they can get diseases. Leave fish to settle in for 2 weeks before you add anymore fish
August 22nd, 2007 at 1:59 am
YES
just take the same precautions with each fish from whatever shop you buy them
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August 22nd, 2007 at 2:02 am
Before buying any new fish allow old ones a little while to settle in, just a few weeks is all thats really needed. You should have no problem mixing from different shops as long as they are all reputable sellers. You can buy things to put in the water of the tank which help the fish stay calm. The sellers are usually very helpful in my experience and will give you all the help you will need even if it means they will lose a sale.
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August 22nd, 2007 at 2:02 am
yes you can, i have a tropical tank and i use 4 different shops for mine
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August 22nd, 2007 at 2:03 am
yes as long s make sure it's a good shop the fish look healthy etc. you can keep them seperate for 24-48 hours in another tank to make sure they're not sick then put them in this should be fine
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August 22nd, 2007 at 2:04 am
Yes.Just make sure we con swim in peace together.Surprised
your Swordtails and Guppies are not tail biting.
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August 22nd, 2007 at 2:48 am
yes that is no problem. I live in Edinburgh (u.k) and I'm lucky to have alot of good quality aquarium shops that i can buy fish from knowing i can buy without them dying on me.
Inspect the tanks before buying, if fish are dead or look ill in the tank then dont buy them.
As long as you dont over stock the tank and if you do make sure you have a good filter and keep on top of weekly water changes and vac the gravel.
You should only add 2 or 3 fish at 1 time so the others dont get stressed out as then they can get diseases. Leave fish to settle in for 2 weeks before you add anymore fish
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August 22nd, 2007 at 3:49 am
Of course, so long as the people in the fish shop seem to know what they are talking about and the fish look in good condition and health. If the tanks look dirty, uncared for or there are dead fish in them, then leave well alone.
I should just buy one or two cheap ones to start with and see how they get on, a quarantine tank to keep them away from your other fish would be useful if you're at all worried.
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40+ years experience
August 22nd, 2007 at 5:08 am
Yes you can buy from 100 different shops if you like. I would just recommend quarantining any new fish for 2-3 weeks in its own tank before introducing it to your main tank. This way if you notice any disease you can find and fix the problem before you introduce the problem into your main tank. I even do this when buying from the same shop. You have to realize that the shop you buy from most likely uses different distributors so they aren't always getting fish from the same source. So for all you know other shops in your area may use some or all of the same distributors. So just setup a small Q tank and always quarantine your fish before introducing them into your main tank.
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August 22nd, 2007 at 5:36 am
Simply put, YES!
The usual precautions should be taken, slow introduction or preferably quarantine if you have a small isolation tank.
Just remember the further away from your home the supplier is, the more travel stress and change of water quality issues for the fish.
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August 22nd, 2007 at 7:01 am
Yes, as long as the store doesn't look like it has diseased fish or are trying to sell you stuff that you don't need. I buy my fish from 3 different stores and they're doing fine. Just make sure they're community fish and you float the bag in the water for 15-20 minutes.
~ZTM
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August 22nd, 2007 at 7:43 am
ya
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August 22nd, 2007 at 12:16 pm
Yes you get different fish from other shops and put them in with the others they should be alright. But be care not to go to too many shops or you'll end up like me….very tired.
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August 22nd, 2007 at 1:22 pm
Yes as long as the fish are healthy. You will have to add some anti bacterial solution ask at the shop where you buy and use the usual procedure before adding the fish to the tank.Good shops are always ready to advise and help.
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August 22nd, 2007 at 5:09 pm
I have fish from all over i have some from petco, petsmart, and a few local fish stores and they are fine tetras, guppies, corys, platys, and all the small tropical fish are fine from different stores
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August 22nd, 2007 at 5:34 pm
My aquarium is a mix of fish from many different shops, and there are no problems. As long as each shop sells healthy fish, you're fine (and so will be your fish).
If in doubt, set up a quarantine tank to keep any new fish for a week or two before moving it into your main tank.
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August 25th, 2007 at 1:33 am
I wouldn't if i was you just stick to one shop
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