Goldfish and broken filter
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but now my filter's broken, do you think if I change the water every week like 50 percent will the fish be ok without it?
Bobby56
Aquarium Advice Freak
I don't think 4 gal is enough for a goldfish
from what I have heard, the goldfish likely wouldnt be ok even with a working filter.
they are pretty dirty fish so to speak and need a fairly large tank, I think I saw someone on here say like 20 gallons for one, or something similar
maybe someone who knows more exact will chime in soon for ya tho
Dee
they are pretty dirty fish so to speak and need a fairly large tank, I think I saw someone on here say like 20 gallons for one, or something similar
maybe someone who knows more exact will chime in soon for ya tho
Dee
Bobby56
Aquarium Advice Freak
Yeah 20gal is also what I hear
You need a filter for goldfish. I mean, maybe it would be okay for a very short time while you buy a new filter. You should e doing 50% water changes with a filter anyway.
They're super super messy and should not even be kept In 4 gallons. 29 gal minimum for one. The watery can become toxic very soon in such a small tank. I'd get a new filter for now, and look into upgrading tanks.
They're super super messy and should not even be kept In 4 gallons. 29 gal minimum for one. The watery can become toxic very soon in such a small tank. I'd get a new filter for now, and look into upgrading tanks.
Mumma.of.two
Aquarium Advice Obsessed
No, it will not be ok without a filter. Until you get a larger tank you need to change at least 50% of the water DAILY.
What kind of goldfish is it?
Fancies need 20g for the first and 10g for each fish after that.
Pond fish need a pond or 50g each fish.
Also please read this.
http://www.aquariumadvice.com/artic...-to-Starting-a-Freshwater-Aquarium/Page1.html
What kind of goldfish is it?
Fancies need 20g for the first and 10g for each fish after that.
Pond fish need a pond or 50g each fish.
Also please read this.
http://www.aquariumadvice.com/artic...-to-Starting-a-Freshwater-Aquarium/Page1.html
jlk
Aquarium Advice Addict
+1
4 gallons is too small for any goldfish. He will need a home upgrade (how big depends on the type of goldfish) as soon as possible. Water changes daily as Mumma suggested is best thing you can do for now until you can remedy your situation.
4 gallons is too small for any goldfish. He will need a home upgrade (how big depends on the type of goldfish) as soon as possible. Water changes daily as Mumma suggested is best thing you can do for now until you can remedy your situation.
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