What does fish poop look like?

Normal fish feces will immediately fall to the substrate; constipated fish feces will appear stringy and hang from the fish. However, because Hexamita infections stimulate the bowel to secrete excessive amounts of mucus, the resulting feces are distinctively pale in color and slimy in appearance.

Do fish pee yes or no?

Fish have kidneys which produce urine containing ammonium, phosphorus, urea, and nitrous waste. The expelled urine encourages plant growth on coral reefs; downstream benefits also include increased fertilization of algae and seagrass, which in turn provides food for the fish.

Where does fish poop go?

Because they live deeper in the water than the adult krill, their poo is more likely to escape the ocean currents that could return the poo to the surface. Instead, it’ll sink easily until it reaches the ocean floor.

Can I drown a fish?

Yes, fish can ‘drown’–for lack of a better word. Though, it is better to think of it as a form of suffocation where oxygen levels are too low or the fish isn’t able to properly pull oxygen from the water for one reason or another.

Do fish eat their own poop?

Fish usually do not eat their own poop but they put it in their mouths and then spit it out. They do this a few times but do not eat it. Seeing as your fish do eat their poop, it means they are lacking in some sort of nutrient and are getting fed an improper diet.🤔.

Do fish really Pee?

Yes , fish do pee. Urination in fish helps to remove the undesired soluble substances and excess water from the body. It not only helps them to regulate their internal environment (homeostasis) but it also provides nutrients to corals and other aquatic animals.

What kind of fish eats poop?

As far as we are aware, there are no freshwater fish that have poop as a necessary part of their diet. Some fish such as Corydoras and Plecostomus catfish are said to eat poop – but even if they did, they still require feeding just as any other fish would.

How often does a betta fish poop?

Fast (don’t feed) for 1-3 days, and depending on the severity of constipation up to 7 days. Place a mirror near the betta’s tank or another betta to encourage them to flare. Betta fish often poop when flaring. If fasting doesn’t help, try a Pea Diet: Place a frozen pea in hot, hot tap water for 2 minutes.