Goldfish Care
Goldfish Care basics on keeping goldfish. Learn everything you can about your fish by reading the Art of goldfish Koi Keeping. Gfe archives is our knowledge base. Our method of care, our natural remedies and water treatments will help you to create a healthy ecosystem
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The theory is simple; provide water that’s rich in mineral value and heavily oxygenated. Good health will follow. Healthy fish live in healthy water
Your fish will thrive in the environment you create
Goldfish care
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Goldfish care is much more than you ever imagined. Our fish live in a complex ecosystem, and their water must be rich in oxygen and mineral value. Most goldfish keepers add water treatment to freshwater, perform a water change and call it quits. Few understand the five common water parameters
Ammonia
The first toxin to form in the nitrogen cycle; created from waste. Ammonia is deadly to goldfish, however, without it, there would be no cycle; no circle of aqua life. All too many goldfish and Koi keepers don’t know it exists or fight it
Nitrites
Second toxin converted by beneficial bacteria from the ammonia they feed on, however, it too is misunderstood. It’s dangerous, although a necessary part of the cycle
Nitrates
Third and final toxin to form in the cycle, although, this toxin is always present in a cycled aquarium or pond. Nitrates are safe in low amounts. Algae is not considered as a parameter, although its worth is invaluable in a healthy ecosystem. Mistaken for grunge, algae forms when nitrates are present, feeding on the toxin, keeping levels tolerable. Algae is also a healthy food source for goldfish. This amazing plant completes the circle of aqua life
General Hardness
Together, magnesium and calcium make up general hardness. One of the forgotten parameters, GH contains vital minerals our fish need for good health and longevity
Carbonate Hardness
KH is another one of the forgotten minerals, and that’s too bad, because this all amazing mineral gives water the ability to support the O2 molecule. Water would not support life without its presence. Carbonate mineral alone is responsible for the alkalinity of water
Whether you keep your fish in an aquarium or a boat, keep them naturally by following the 10 Steps
Follow our 10 Steps. If you do, your fish will thrive in the environment you create for them. The author offers various learning levels for those who want to know why and for those who just want to know what to do
10 EASY Steps Goldfish Keeping
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