Basic Care For Killifish
Basic care for killifish is species group oriented and we will cover some of thReturn to Main Librarye most basic things to consider: Feeding and water chemistry are the most important things to consider. Each will have extended information in future articles.
FEEDING YOUR KILLIFISH
Lets start with how often your tanks should be fed. Well maintained fish of any sort should be fed at least twice a day. In nature fish tend to feed constantly, but most seek out an early meal (breakfast) and a late meal (just before dusk or dinner). Some fish keepers will feed even more often.
Most killies prefer live food, but can be taught to take dry foods with a little effort, however Annuals tend to be much more demanding of live foods. Some frozen food will suppliment that craving. In other articles a discussion of how to maintain sources of live foods – white worms, grindal worms, daphnia and others.