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When adding salt to your parrot fish's water, it's crucial to use it sparingly. Adding too much salt can negatively impact your parrot fish's health. Maintaining the right salinity is essential for their well-being. Salt is sometimes used in aquarium environments, but moderation is key, especially for freshwater species like parrot fish. Introducing a moderate amount of salt can be beneficial. However, since parrot fish are freshwater fish, they are sensitive to changes in salinity. An excess of salt not only fails to provide the intended benefits but can also be detrimental to their health. It's vital to carefully control the amount of salt introduced, focusing on maintaining a low concentration. Generally, a concentration between 0.3% and 0.5% is considered safe for parrot fish in regular aquarium setups. However, during treatment for illness, higher concentrations may be required. Always consult with a professional or experienced hobbyist before adjusting salinity fo...

Young parrot fish require feeding two to three times daily, while adult parrot fish only need feeding once every two to three days. Besides proper feeding, maintaining stable water temperature and quality is crucial for ensuring the longevity of your parrot fish. For young fry, feeding should occur 2 to 3 times a day. The amount of food should be determined by the number of fry and their appetite, ideally, they should consume the food entirely during each feeding. Any leftovers should be removed promptly to prevent water pollution. Due to the frequency of feedings, water quality can degrade quickly, making it necessary to change a portion of the water daily, with a complete water change every three days. Parrot fish are considered juveniles until they reach 6 months of age. During this period, a variety of live foods can be offered. If you are raising blood parrot fish, pay attention to their coloration. Feed them once daily with foods like bloodworms, small live fish, shrimp, daphnia,...

A parrot fish that hasn't eaten for a month could be experiencing issues related to changes in water temperature or water quality. It's also possible that the fish is sick, perhaps suffering from intestinal inflammation (enteritis). To address this, you need to ensure the water temperature is within the range of 25-30 degrees Celsius (77-86 degrees Fahrenheit) and consider a treatment with a yellow powder medication bath. There are actually many reasons why a parrot fish might refuse to eat. Changes in water temperature, deterioration of water quality, poor-quality or unpalatable fish food, and illness are all potential factors that can lead to a loss of appetite. While maintaining a stable water temperature and adjusting water quality and food are relatively straightforward, a refusal to eat caused by sickness should be taken seriously. The refusal to eat for a long time is a clear sign the parrot fish is not in a good state, and actions are required. The ideal water temperatu...