AboutAlex Kline Expertise I can answer a wide variety of questions(provided that the questioner gives detail) If I am unable to ask the question I will research it thoroughly and report my findings. I deal mostly with cichlids and most sorts of tropical fish. I also work with aquatic plants and the landscaping of them.
I also run a fish website(www.worldwidefishassociation.com) where I help many people too. I would like everyone to take into account my experience as to others, I do not wish false information to be given to you at the cost of your fish's life.
Experience I am in charge of an aquatic fish site called WWFA. I have kept a wide variety of fish that includes, Oscars, jack dempseys, betta, african butterfly fish, and many other fishes. I also do research on certain aquatic plants and aquatic structures.
Organizations I belong to WWFA(World Wide Fish Association)
Publications WWFA
Education/Credentials I am currently in high school looking into college for marine biology or ichthyology.
Past/Present Clients I have had many past clients and am looking forward to a future of more.
Expert: Alex Kline Date: 5/21/2007 Subject: New Goldfish Sitting on Tank Bottom
Question I bought a new Koi less than 24 hous ago to be a companion to my large 4-year old goldfish. I am concerned beacause the new goldfish is sitting in one place on the tanks bottom for at least the last 13 hours and has not yet eaten. My tank is a 40-gallon with a Bio-wheel internal filter and an Eheim eternal filter. My nitrites, nitrtes, PH and ammonia levels are all completely normal. When should I start to worry...Is it possible although completely docile my 4-year old goldfish is too large and the other one is terrified? He is 4 times larger, but has left the new little guy alone, swims close but does not bother him?! What can I do to help this Koi swim and eat?
Answer It can be fright or it can be a sign that you purchaed an unhealthy fish. treat you tank with anti parasite soultion and watch the koi closley over the days. also try other foods, ask the shop what they were feeding their koi and ask them if their supplier is reliable for great health fishes.
