What to do if a dragon fish is in heat
Recently, the management of arowana in the estrus period has become a hot topic for aquarium enthusiasts. With the popularization of acrobatic breeding, how to scientifically respond to the behavioral changes, dietary adjustments and environmental control of acrobatic fish during the estrus has become an urgent need for many aquarius. This article will combine the popular discussions on the entire network for nearly 10 days to provide you with detailed solutions in the form of structured data.
1. The manifestation of a dragon fish in estrus
The estrus period of arowana is usually accompanied by obvious behavioral and physiological changes. The following are common manifestations:
| Performance Type | Specific features |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Change | Frequently swim, hit the wall of the tank, chase other fish |
| Body color changes | Deeper color on the gill cover or abdomen, and enhance the gloss of the scales |
| Changes in appetite | Reduce food or refuse to eat, and increase interest in live bait |
2. Coping measures during estrus
Based on the expert advice of the Aquarium Forum and the practical experience of aquarium friends, the following methods can be taken:
| Measures classification | Specific operations | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental adjustment | Lower the water level to 30cm and increase the water flow | Avoid direct light |
| Dietary Management | Increase protein content (such as shrimp meat, loach) | Reduce daily feeding by 20% |
| Health monitoring | Observe the body surface every day for damage | Prepare yellow powder and other drugs for emergency treatment |
3. Things to note when preparing for breeding
If you plan to breed, you need to make the following preparations in advance (the data comes from recent popular breeding success stories):
| Prepare the project | Standard requirements | Time node |
|---|---|---|
| Pairing selection | The ratio of male and female is 1:1, the body length difference is ≤5cm | Two months before estrus |
| Egg spawning environment | Water temperature 28-30℃, pH 6.5-7.0 | Continuous maintenance during estrus |
| Equipment preparation | The breeding cylinder volume is ≥500L, equipped with an isolation net | Completed 1 week before estrus |
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Based on popular questions from major platforms in the past 10 days, the following high-frequency questions are sorted out:
Q1: How long does the estrus period last?
A: Usually lasts for 2-4 weeks, with large individual differences and closely related to water temperature and light.
Q2: Can water change stimulate heat?
A: Yes, but note: the daily water change is ≤20%, and the new water temperature should be 1-2℃ higher than the original tank water.
Q3: What should I do if I attack other fish during estrus?
A: It is recommended to isolate immediately, use a partition or a separate feeding tank. The injured fish need to be treated with a 0.3% salt bath.
5. Experts’ special reminder
1. Avoid frequent disturbance of the estrus arowana and keep a distance of more than 1 meter during observation
2. After the estrus is over, the original water level and feeding amount must be gradually restored.
3. If juvenile fish (body length <40cm) that have not met the breeding conditions, live bait feeding should be reduced.
Through the above structured solutions, we hope to help aquarius respond scientifically to the estrus period of arowana. It is recommended to bookmark this article and flexibly adjust management measures according to actual conditions. If there are special circumstances, you should consult a professional aquarium doctor in a timely manner.
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