Fish are some of the most popular pets in the world. People keep them in their homes and also in places of work for decorative purposes. There are many species of fish in marine and fresh water bodies however, only a few are allowed by law to be kept as pets. Even in this small group of fish allowed as pets, there are many species for you to choose from. It can be a bit confusing to choose a pet fish especially since they need special care unlike other pets for example, cats and dogs. In this article, we shall discuss some factors to consider when buying a butterfly koi fish.
First, you need to consider the environment in which the fish survives. The water in which the fish shall be kept needs to have the optimum concentration of nutrients, salts and the right temperature otherwise, the fish cannot survive. You can’t for example, keep a marine fish in a fresh water pond or aquarium because it will die. You also need to find out the optimum temperature at which the fish survives. If you live in a cold region, it is best to buy a fish that thrives in colder waters as it will be cheaper and easier to keep. Also find out what nutrients the fish needs so that you buy it the right feeds. Another thing to consider is how much it costs to buy the butterfly koi fish and also to sustain it.
Exotic species like the goldfish might cost a lot of money to buy but since they are small, they cost less to sustain. Some fish eat a lot of food and as a result, it becomes quite expensive to sustain them. The same is true for fish that thrive in areas with a high concentration of oxygen as you might be forced to add it to the pond or aquarium the fish lives in. Larger fish will generally be more expensive to keep alive than smaller ones. Carnivorous fish are also more expensive to sustain than omnivorous or insectivorous ones. You also need to consider the lifespan of the fish. Those with a shorter lifespan might be good for first-time fish owners who still aren’t sure whether they can continue keeping fish for a long time. For long-term fish keepers, it’s more appropriate to have both those with a short or long lifespan. For more information, click here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fish.
