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