How to Raise Swordtails
  • 1. What is the scientific name for a Swordtail?
A) Betta splendens
B) Carassius auratus
C) Xiphophorus hellerii
D) Poecilia reticulata
  • 2. What is the minimum tank size for a small group of Swordtails?
A) 5 gallons
B) 15 gallons
C) 20 gallons
D) 10 gallons
  • 3. What is the ideal water temperature for Swordtails?
A) 60-65°F (15-18°C)
B) 50-55°F (10-13°C)
C) 72-78°F (22-26°C)
D) 85-90°F (29-32°C)
  • 4. What type of water chemistry do Swordtails prefer?
A) Acidic
B) Slightly alkaline
C) Neutral
D) Extremely acidic
  • 5. What is a good filtration method for a Swordtail tank?
A) No filter
B) Sponge filter
C) Undergravel filter
D) Any unfiltered system
  • 6. What do Swordtails primarily eat in the wild?
A) Only plants
B) Algae and small invertebrates
C) Large insects
D) Only fish food
  • 7. What is the recommended diet for captive Swordtails?
A) Only algae wafers
B) Only flake food
C) Only live food
D) Flake food and live/frozen foods
  • 8. How often should you feed Swordtails?
A) Once or twice a day
B) Constantly
C) Three times a day
D) Once a week
  • 9. What is the gestation period for Swordtails?
A) 60 days
B) 100 days
C) Approximately 28 days
D) 7 days
  • 10. What does it mean for Swordtails to be livebearers?
A) They lay eggs
B) They reproduce asexually
C) They give birth to live young
D) They hatch eggs in their mouths
  • 11. What is the average lifespan of a Swordtail in captivity?
A) 1 year
B) 3-5 years
C) 6 months
D) 10 years
  • 12. What is a common sign of stress in Swordtails?
A) Aggression towards other fish
B) Brightened colors
C) Clamped fins
D) Increased activity
  • 13. What is the purpose of having live plants in a Swordtail tank?
A) To make the tank heavier
B) Just for decoration
C) Provide hiding places and improve water quality
D) To feed the fish
  • 14. What is the ideal male to female ratio for Swordtails?
A) 2-3 males to 1 female
B) Only males
C) 1 male to 2-3 females
D) 1 male to 1 female
  • 15. Why is it important to quarantine new Swordtails before introducing them to the main tank?
A) To get them used to the tank
B) To make them more aggressive
C) To prevent the spread of diseases
D) It isn't important
  • 16. What are common diseases to look for when getting new Swordtails?
A) Ich
B) All of the above
C) Velvet
D) Fin Rot
  • 17. What is the correct term for newly born Swordtails?
A) Tadpoles
B) Fingerlings
C) Juveniles
D) Fry
  • 18. How often should water changes be performed in a Swordtail tank?
A) 10% monthly
B) 25-50% weekly
C) 100% weekly
D) Never
  • 19. What is Ich also known as?
A) Dropsy
B) Swim Bladder Disease
C) Velvet Disease
D) White Spot Disease
  • 20. Which of the following tank mates is generally NOT suitable for Swordtails?
A) Tetras
B) Snails
C) Corydoras Catfish
D) Aggressive Cichlids
  • 21. What is the 'sword' on a male Swordtail?
A) A sensory organ
B) An extension of the lower part of the caudal fin
C) A spine for defense
D) A modified pectoral fin
  • 22. What does 'pH' measure?
A) Temperature
B) Ammonia levels
C) Salinity
D) Acidity or alkalinity
  • 23. Why is it important to cycle a new aquarium before adding Swordtails?
A) To establish beneficial bacteria
B) To remove algae
C) To make the water clear
D) To heat the water
  • 24. What type of substrate is best for Swordtails?
A) Marble chips
B) Bare bottom
C) Gravel or sand
D) Large rocks
  • 25. What is the function of a heater in a fish tank?
A) To aerate the water
B) To filter the water
C) To maintain a consistent water temperature
D) To light the tank
  • 26. What is the purpose of an air pump and air stone?
A) To heat the water
B) To create bubbles for decoration
C) To filter the water
D) To increase oxygen levels
  • 27. What is the best way to prevent algae growth in a Swordtail tank?
A) Exposing the tank to direct sunlight
B) Adding too much fertilizer
C) Regular water changes and proper lighting
D) Overfeeding the fish
  • 28. What is the most common cause of ammonia spikes in a fish tank?
A) Underfeeding
B) Using the wrong filter
C) Too many plants
D) Overfeeding
  • 29. What is the best way to acclimate new Swordtails to a tank?
A) Immediately releasing them into the tank
B) Floating the bag for 5 minutes
C) Drip acclimation
D) Mixing the bag water with the tank water and adding them right away
  • 30. What should you do if you notice a Swordtail is being bullied by other fish?
A) Ignore it
B) Remove all decorations
C) Add more fish
D) Separate the fish
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