Fish Food
What do fish eat?
smaller fish, worms, plants, algae
Why do fish need shelter?
for protection from predators and for eating, sleeping, and reproducing
gills
What 4 basic things to plants need to survive?
food, air, nutrients, water
I am made of hydrogen and oxygen
water
Are fish carnivores or herbivores?
Most fish are carnivores, but some are herbivores
Do aquarium fish need shelter?
yes! they need shelter for hiding, security, and reproduction
Why can't fish live out of water?
They need water to breathe because they have gills, not lungs. They take take oxygen from the water
Can plants live under water?
some plants can - they can filter air through the water
plants capture my energy to make food
light
What is aquarium fish food made from?
plant and/or animal material including nutrients and vitamins necessary for maintaining the health of the fish
What types of shelters do fish use?
aquatic plants, shoreline vegetation, rocks, coral, and logs
What are some ways to provide oxygen levels in an aquarium?
live plants, airstones, aquarium filters
What do we call vitamins for plants?
nutrients
sometimes called fertilizers
nutrients
Do fish drink water?
they do not actively drink water, but they need it to breathe
What causes poor quality aquarium water?
ammonia, nitrites, and high levels of nitrates and pH from fish waste
How does a fish breathe?
takes water into its mouth and forces it through the gills. Dissolved oxygen moves into the blood
What do plants get from the soil?
nutrients and water
farmers irrigate their field with me
water
How do fish provide food for the plants?
Their waste is used as nutrients for the plants
How can we fix poor quality water in an aquarium?
filters, chemicals, and water changes
How is aquarium water quality tested?
test kits for ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, and pH
What do plants need for photosynthesis?
water, carbon dioxide (CO2), light
Tiny holes in plant leaves allow me to enter
air