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Ornamental Fish Industry Overview
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What is a significant reason for the growing interest in keeping aquaria worldwide?

  • Aquarium fish are easier to breed than terrestrial pets.
  • Aquarium fish tend to have longer lifespans than most terrestrial pets.
  • Setting up an aquarium is costlier than other forms of pet ownership.
  • Aquarium fish require less space and attention than traditional pets. (correct)

    • Which of the following types of fish is not categorized as a freshwater fish?

  • Cichlids
  • Goldfish
  • Angelfish (correct)
  • Guppies

    • Which aquarium equipment is primarily used for maintaining water temperature?

  • Filters
  • Lighting
  • Substrate
  • Heaters and Chillers (correct)

    • What makes marine ornamental fish more expensive compared to freshwater fish?

    <p>Marine ornamentals can capture a higher price due to limited availability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the challenges faced by small-scale ornamental fish exporting units?

    <p>They lack the necessary marketing strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for people involved in breeding and export in ornamental fisheries?

    <p>Understanding recent developments in breeding and marketing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should ornamental fish farms have to manage disease outbreaks?

    <p>Fish pathology laboratories with basic facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended practice to avoid poor selection of breeding stock?

    <p>Obtain stock from different sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to organize frequent training sessions on aquarium management?

    <p>To improve skills and knowledge in the ornamental sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of fish regrouping is highlighted in the content?

    <p>Mature fish may prefer smaller groups of their kind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is popular for softening water for fish rearing?

    <p>Reverse Osmosis (R.O.)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a suitable source of calcium for hardening water?

    <p>Crushed oyster shells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the water during a water change for fry tanks?

    <p>Maintain same hardness, pH, and temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which filter is most suitable for fry in a breeding tank?

    <p>Bubble-up sponge filters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How thick should the layer of crushed peat be when creating a peat substrate?

    <p>5 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of using Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) water?

    <p>It produces large amounts of waste water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does stirring and squeezing air-filled pieces of peat have when creating a peat substrate?

    <p>Accelerates the sinking process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the addition of coral sand in fish tanks?

    <p>It helps to increase the pH of the water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do livebearers have fewer and larger fry than egg layers?

    <p>Fry need to develop enough to fend for themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical characteristic typically distinguishes male livebearers from females?

    <p>Males have longer and more colorful fins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason for separating fry from adult fish?

    <p>Adults often eat the fry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these methods is NOT used by egg layers to reproduce?

    <p>Fry livebearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do egg depositors typically lay their eggs?

    <p>They lay eggs on the bottom substrate or aquarium glass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be ensured when setting up a nursery tank for fry?

    <p>There should be adequate cover for the fry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically must be avoided when filtering water in a fry nursery tank?

    <p>Powerful suction that can harm fry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which food is suitable for feeding fry?

    <p>Finely crushed flake and tiny live or frozen foods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of implementing smart technology in aquariums?

    <p>It allows for constant monitoring of water quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of financial assistance is specifically mentioned as supporting small-scale breeders?

    <p>Subsidies and Grants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant recommended strategy for enhancing the ornamental fish industry?

    <p>Conducting systematic studies on feeding and reproductive biology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should breeding and rearing units ensure for optimal fish production?

    <p>A steady supply of high-quality water and electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do probiotics play in ornamental fish farming?

    <p>They support the well-being of fish and protect against pathogens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is essential for raising the market price of cultured ornamental fish?

    <p>Incorporating pigment-rich local ingredients in diets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a vital measure for the transportation of ornamental fish?

    <p>Minimizing stress during transit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should commercial farms focus on to enhance their output?

    <p>Receiving necessary support and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ornamental Fish Industry

    • Market Demand: The ornamental fish market is a global industry, with over 2000 species traded annually.
    • Customer Preferences: Freshwater fish accounts for the majority of the market, with some 30-35 species dominating.
    • Breeding and Export: Successful breeding and export involves understanding market demand, customer preferences, and implementing advanced breeding, rearing, and marketing techniques.
    • Disease Management: Fish pathology laboratories and quarantine centers are essential for disease prevention and control.
    • Training and Education: Regular training programs on aquarium management are crucial for developing expertise in the ornamental fish sector.

    Rearing Tanks

    • Tank Size: Smaller tanks for fry, gradually increasing in size as the fish grow.
    • Regrouping: Large groups of mature fish may show aggression towards each other.

    Creating the Right Water Conditions

    • Softening Water:
      • Reverse Osmosis (R.O.): Effective but expensive, generates waste water.
      • Filtered Rain Water: Cost-effective, but potential pollutants may be present.
    • Hardening Water:
      • Epsom Salt: Contains magnesium, no calcium.
      • Limestone-Based Rocks: Provide calcium carbonate.
      • Other Sources of Calcium Carbonate: Crushed coral, crushed oyster shells.
    • Peat Substrate:
      • Crushed peat added to water, creating a layer 5cm (2 inches) thick.
      • Allows the water to acidify.
    • pH Adjustment:
      • Peat substrate increases acidity, while coral sand raises pH to alkaline levels.
    • Filters:
      • Strong Current Filters: Not suitable for fry, as they disrupt spawning sites and create hazardous conditions.
      • Soft Current Filters: Simple sponge filters best for fry.

    Water Changes in Fry Tanks

    • Partial Water Changes: Essential for fry health, removing pollutants and maintaining healthy water conditions.
    • Frequency: Start with 10% weekly water changes, gradually increasing to 50% twice weekly as fry grow.
    • Replacement Water: New water should have the same hardness, pH, and temperature as the tank water.

    Ornamental Fish Breeding

    • Livebearers:
      • Give birth to live young.
      • Males are larger and more colorful than females.
      • Fry should be separated from adults to prevent cannibalism.
      • Examples: Mollies, platys, swordtails, and guppies.
    • Egg Layers:
      • Lay eggs that are fertilized externally.
      • Breeding methods: Egg scattering, egg depositing, egg burying, nest building, and mouthbrooding.
      • Nest builders and mouth brooders generally offer parental care.
      • Fry may need to be separated from adults to prevent being eaten.

    Care for Newborn Fry

    • Nursery Tank: Secure, comfortable environment, separate from adults.
    • Water Conditions: Similar to main aquarium.
    • Cover: Provide shelter and reduce stress.
    • Filtration: Soft-current filters that won't suck in fry.
    • Feeding: Commercial fry foods, finely crushed flakes, tiny live or frozen food.

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