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