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