Why is my pond goldfish lying on its side?
A: Many bony fish, like the fancy goldfish found in ornamental ponds, have an organ called a swim bladder. When a fish is unable to control its depth, or starts swimming sideways, upside side down, or head or tail down, it may have “swim bladder disease.”
How old are my Goldfish in the pond?
Some of my fish are over 15 years old but the affected fish is 4-5 years old. I have a pump and biological filter on all year round. I have tested the ammonia and nitrate/nitrite levels and they are good. As it is winter the fish are semi-hibernating and obviously are not being fed.
Why are goldfish lying on their side in the pond?
My goldfish is lying on its side in the pond most of the time. He swims aro… My goldfish is lying on its side in the pond most of the time. He swims around briefly now and then. It is winter so my fish are not feeding at the moment.
Is there something fishy going on in your pond?
Is there something fishy going on in your pond? We have a large pond that is about 8 years old, that has a mixture of fish including: goldfish & comets, tench, carp, golden rudd, silver bream, stickle backs and orfe. Over the last two weeks we have lost 16 goldfish that have no signs of disease/illness.
What should I do if my Goldfish is unwell?
Separate your goldfish from any others in the same tank. If you notice your fish is unwell, you should immediately shift it to a smaller, “hospital” tank. Fill a small tank or bowl with new filtered or mineral water, and transfer your unwell fish into this tank.
Some of my fish are over 15 years old but the affected fish is 4-5 years old. I have a pump and biological filter on all year round. I have tested the ammonia and nitrate/nitrite levels and they are good. As it is winter the fish are semi-hibernating and obviously are not being fed.
My goldfish is lying on its side in the pond most of the time. He swims aro… My goldfish is lying on its side in the pond most of the time. He swims around briefly now and then. It is winter so my fish are not feeding at the moment.
What should I do if my Goldfish is dying in the water?
Check the water quality. Most dying fish can be easily revived with changes to the water. Maintaining water quality is essential to keeping your fish happy and healthy—and alive. [4] You can buy a fish tank water testing kit at most pet stores. [5] These tests can help you identify any problems with the water, such as high ammonia.
Is the fish tank too small for a goldfish?
Yes we do have a working filter in the tank and a temperature gage , temp is at 78 degree 1.5g tank is TOO SMALL for any fish to live in. It is not a matter of surviving but of thriving and healthy and happy life. Fish growth can be stunted when they are kept in small containers.
