What do I feed my Ropefish?
What do I feed my Ropefish?
The species is carnivorous, and in their natural environment dine on insects, worms, small fish, frogs and crustaceans. In captivity, you can feed your rope fish meaty live or frozen foods, such as prawns, chopped meats, insect larva, earthworms, mussel and live blood worms (a rope fish favorite).
Can Ropefish be aggressive?
Rope fish aren’t an aggressive species and you generally won’t see them attacking tank mates. The only exception is smaller fish might be eaten after being mistaken for food. One thing to watch out for is their ability to jump.
What fish can go with Ropefish?
Rope Fish Tank Mates
- Rainbow sharks.
- Bala sharks.
- Pictus catfish.
- Dwarf gourami.
- Angelfish.
- Kuhli loaches.
- Honey gourami.
How can you tell if a Ropefish is male or female?
It is important to note that the sex of the rope fish can be determined by studying the anal fins. The anal fins of a male are broader and separated by 12-15 rays, usually separate from the caudal fin. While the female’s anal fin is separated by only 8-12 rays, eventually merging with the caudal fin.
Can rope fish live with Kuhli loaches?
I kept 2 rope fish with 4 kuhlis in a 30 gal for a couple of years, All escaped into my Fluval 304 and died. Recently I tried to reset the situation in my 120 gal. 3 ropes and 2 kuhlis and I havn’t seen the kuhlis in a couple of months. It is possible to keep them together I think depending on the individual rope fish.
How long do dinosaur Bichirs live?
10-15 years
Lifespan. The average bichir lifespan is usually 10-15 years in captivity. However, it’s not out of the question for them to hit 20 years of age if they receive perfect care (and have good genetics). The lifespan of these fish can be impacted significantly by the conditions they live in.
What kind of infection does a rope fish have?
Cotton mouth: This is a bacterial infection that usually stays around the mouth of the fish. You will notice a cottony fungus like growth on the lips and around the mouth of the rope fish, and there will be a marked decrease in its appetite.
What makes a rope fish an aggressive fish?
The docile nature of the rope fish will make it a target for aggressive fish varieties. On the other hand, the rope fish is a born predator, so any small-sized fish, that can fit in its mouth can get eaten by the rope fish.
What happens if you feed a rope fish?
Firstly, being a predator means they will eat fish if they’re hungry, even though this isn’t their main food source in the wild. They won’t be able to distinguish between the foods you give them and any snack-sized tank mates. Small fish like tetras, danios, and harlequins will start to disappear.
Can a sick fish get on your hands?
Fish can get sick just like other pets. Here are some signs of disease to look for if you think you have a sick fish on your hands.