Choosing a Pet Fish

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A good option for small homes, fish generally require less space than other pets. After the initial expense of setting up a tank, their upkeep is also relatively inexpensive.

Do your research about the kind of environment your fish will need, and, when keeping different kinds of fish together, avoid overcrowding and make sure they are compatible with each other. Read up on common health problems to look out for, as veterinary treatment is not generally an option.

Equipment

To keep fish well and happy their environment must be carefully controlled. Research what your fish needs and buy the equipment in advance. Basic equipment includes: a tank, filter, heater, lighting, gravel or sand for the bottom of the tank, real or plastic plants and other decor items and a net for moving your fish.

Get out of the tank

Alternatively, if you have space in your back garden, consider setting up a fishpond outside. Goldfish are commonly kept as pond fish, and come in more than 100 varieties, although not all these will be hardy enough to overwinter outdoors. Koi carp are a good option for more experienced fish owners. These ornamental fish have beautiful colouring and markings, but can be extremely expensive to keep and difficult to protect from herons and other predators.

Choosing a fish

Fish vary greatly in appearance and habits. Here are some popular options you might want to consider.

1) Danios

Small, slender fish, hardy, attractive and easy to look after Good for keeping with other fish, prefer the upper level of the tank Sociable fish, enjoy a strong current, plants and other diversions Omnivorous, eat dried food and enjoy treats of live food Common types include Zebra, Pearl, Leopard, Gold, Blue, and Giant

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2) Clown Fish

The distinctive orange, white and black fish of Finding Nemo fame These saltwater fish need their environment and diet to be carefully controlled – an inappropriate environment can be fatal Omnivorous, eat dried food and occasional live food as a treat Naturally has a symbiotic relationship with anemones that can be recreated in a tank Fish in a shoal are all male except one female; if she dies the largest male will change sex to replace her

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3) Piranhas

A more unusual option, these carnivorous fish can live for up to 25 years Naturally hardy so good for the beginner, but please do mind your fingers Can grow quite large so need a big enough tank Young fish will eat flakes and freeze dried food but older ones prefer lean beef, chicken and fish, and some fresh fruit and vegetables Types include Red Belly, Black, White, Gold and Wimple


Further Information

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Fishing in China

A fishing vacation is never complete without fishing in the waters of Hong Kong, China. You may explore the fishing realms that the region has to offer. Hong Kong has once been known as an excellent port for fishing enthusiasts. Hong Kong will offer you the kind of fishing that you will never forget.

People may be after the food, shopping and the tourist spots of the region. But for people who are into fishing, Hong Kong can give more than what is expected of it as a city. To fish in Hong Kong is very exciting. You will be able to learn and experience the methods of fishing they have in Hong Kong.

Since it is surrounded by an ocean, this explains why most people fish in saltwater in Hong Kong. Targeting a fish is very simple. The ocean and the harbors are very accessible. You can fish in the harbors of Kowloon, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kwun Tong or the Hong Kong Island.

In Hong Kong, saltwater fishing is done everywhere in the surrounding ocean. There has never been a scarcity of fish in this region. You will find fish everywhere in the water. Tourists who come to fish can also visit Stanley, which is near Hong Kong. Stanley will be perfect for you if you are someone who wants peace, enjoy fishing quietly and away from the city life.

The Lamma Island and Sai Kung peninsula and are also spots recommended by local Anglers. These two places still have the features offered by a traditional fishing village. They also provide people with charter boats.

The Anglers in Hong Kong use the same saltwater fishing techniques that are used in the US. You can use your own techniques even if it’s deep sea fishing or surf fishing. Many people also use bloodworms or shrimps to catch fish.

Hong Kong, also provides fresh water fishing. Carp, Big Head Tilapia, and Edible Goldfish are the types of fish that you will catch in these water reservoirs. Tourists, however, have a difficulty trying the Freshwater fishing since they still need to supply a license to fish in Hong Kong.

Going to Hong Kong to fish does not require much planning for a fishing trip. You will be able to track down easily the hot spots of Hong Kong where you can enjoy fishing. Hong Kong is surrounded by water, which means that fishing is everywhere. You will be surprised that in a matter of hours, you are able to catch a bucketful of pan-sized fi

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Catfish fishing is an exciting experience for just about any angler, especially those that are new and fresh to the fishing experience. It has long held a place of happiness with many anglers as their favorites.


One of the first things that you will notice about catfish fishing is that there are many great species out there to enjoy fishing. We highly suggest giving any and all of them a try because each offers a new experience and provides you with a different method to catching them.


Before you start fishing for catfish, take the time to find out what type of catfish you have in the location you will be fishing. It pays to learn this so that you can tailor your bait, your fishing equipment and even your fishing line to those fish. Many people see a very large difference in the way these fish behave, others do not.


The main differences in catching flathead catfish is the flathead species of catfish are not always in the same locations you will find other species of catfish. Another difference is that flathead tend to live their whole lives near the same places. Spawning grounds and territorial habitat are often in the same small area of water.


This makes flathead catfish very territorial, and they will defend their home territory from any other fish including other flathead. This tendency to remain in one small location makes flathead cat aggressive biters, and makes them respond very well to live bait, since any other living creatures they very likely will view as interlopers, causing them to aggressively defend their territory. Flathead are even know to eat other catfish.


The best months to catch flathead are May through the earlier portion of the month of June and then the catch picks up once more in July all the way to September. Remember if the water temperatures are anywhere from about 58 to 75 degrees, you should find it easy to catch flathead, particularly if you remember to fish the bottom when or where the fish are out of direct sunlight.


Particularly if you are fishing for large flathead, it is always productive to capitalize on the fish being territorial by fishing with live bait such as smaller fish that inhabit their territory. Shad, carp, and other types of fish that would feed on the eggs of the flathead are good choices.


Another difference when fishing for flathead catfish is that flathead do not tend to get as large as some other species of catfish. Don’t let this make you think they will not give as good a fight, because the opposite is often true. These fish are ferocious, energetic fighters able to give any angler a respectable tousle.


Most fishermen tend to believe that nighttime is the very best time to catch catfish. Those accustomed to fishing for flathead cat will likely tell you different stories depending on which catfish angler you are speaking with and the areas in which they are accustomed to fishing. Some will tell you that, as is the case with most catfish, the best time to catch flathead cat is at night. Others will say it is during the daylight hours that flathead will be the most easily caught.


Fishing during the day is particularly productive for the months of May into the earliest part of June and in July all the way into September. Just remember, if you are fishing during the daylight hours, to fish the bottom of your fishing hole, paying particularly close attention to submerged structure, slow moving areas such as coves, and use live bait when it is at all possible.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best catfish fishing information possible. Get more information on fishing for flathead catfish here: http://www.askcatfishfishing.com

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First log in youe runescape accounts then make sure that you have your Fishing Rod ready and speak to either of the 2 Dwarves located on each side of White Wolf Mountain. One is located just southwest of the Heroes’ Guild in Taverley, and another can be found northeast of Catherby. Ask him to be friends, and he says that he will accept your offer if you can prove that you are really a friend. He talks about the Hemenster Fishing Contest and that the Dwarves were going to enter, but they don’t really make good fishermen. Tell him that you are quite the fisherman, and he will give you a Fishing Contest Pass.
Getting Ready First, you need some Garlic, which you can find in a house located just southwest of the bank in Seers’ Village. Now go over to Hemenster and ask Grandpa Jack for some advice. He will tell you that you should fish near the pipes and use some Red Vine Worms, which are found in McGrubbor’s Wood.Go north to McGrubbor’s Wood and enter through a loose board along the north side. Search the Red Vines on the north side of the wood. I would suggest to get quite a few of the worms– about 20 just to be safe, in case you don’t do it correctly.The Contest Now head to the Fishing Contest area near the Ranging Guild and use your Garlic with the pipes near the fishing spot. Start trying to fish and then pay the 5gp entrance fee. After the Sinister Stranger smells the Garlic, he’ll move to a different spot, and you’ll get the area over by the pipes so fish there and you should catch a Raw Giant Carp. You will then be given the Hemenster Fishing Trophy, which you can take back to one of the Dwarves to gain your reward.RewardsAccess to the Dwarven Pass under White Wolf Mountain,it will save you a lot of time and runescape gold on power leveling. 2,437 Fishing experience 1 Quest Point

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Fly fishing is a water sport and a very different fishing technique used to catch big game fish. The sport of fishing is also known as ‘angling’. Salmon and trout are the popular fish that are sought by anglers of fly fishing. In recent times other species of fish such as Bass, carp and pike have been added to the list of game fish that fly fishermen seek the world over. Fly fishing is believed to have originated in Macedonia in the 2nd century and has now become a popular sport among the European and American fishing community.

Fly fishermen have developed many different lures to attract the game they seek. They have also developed ways to cast and reel in the lure to hook the game that more often than not gets fooled into biting. Some of the lures that are popular among fly fishermen include:

1. Emerges and dry flies, these include stone flies and midgets.
2. Nymphs such as Mayflies and worms.
3. Streamers wet flies such as buggers and leeches.
4. Saltwater flies such as marlin and sail fish
5. Bass and Panfish flies examples are crawfish and eels

It is important to have the proper gear for fly fishing. The most important gear is the fly fishing rod. This piece of equipment may vary from 6 feet in length to 12 feet. The fly rod must match the weight of the fly line. A mismatched fly rod with the wrong weight line will result in improper casting and will ruin the whole exercise. The length of the rod itself is determined by the type of fish the angler is going after the bigger the fish the larger the rod and heavier the line.

The babboo split cane is a popular fly fishing rod. This rod is made by splitting the bamboo into four lengths and gluing it together again over a solid core. Freshwater trout fishing is a fly fishing sport that demands this kind of bamboo rod for success. Synthetic fly fishing rods are making their presence known; however, the die-hard fly angler will stick to the traditional bamboo fly rod and tackle.

The line of the bamboo rod is usually made out of horse’s hair. This line needs to be regularly dried or it will rot. The silk line used for fly fishing has the same requirement. However, these days the synthetic nylon line is the best suited for fly fishing as the line is stronger and lighter than the traditional fly fishing line.

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