Q: I have two male betta fish. I know to keep them in separate bowls, but I don’t want a lonely fish. Is there another kind of fish the betta fish would like? -- C.C., Atlanta, Ga. Answer

Q: My son is now studying auto technology in college. But what he really likes is fish. He has two tanks, 29 gallons each, one at school, one at home. He’s an expert, taking really good care of his fish. How can my son, who’s a very hard worker, become an aquarist and pursue a career in this area? Is there a degree or certification he can get? -- E.L., Freeland, Mich. Answer

Q: I just bought a betta fish. Should I feed it something aside from flakes? -- X.B., Cyberspace Answer

Q: My wonderful goldfish is floating on his back. Is he just doing the backstroke, or is he sick. Should I worry? – M.P., Rhinelander, Wis. Answer

Q: I realize Siamese fighting fish will do battle if you put two in a single small bowl. But I didn’t want my one fish to be lonely. I put a second fish in its own bowl right next to my first fish so they can see one another. Now both fish ‘pose’ for one another, their colors are bolder and they continually threaten each other. This is how the fish is are displayed at pet stores, but I’m beginning to wonder if this isn’t too stressful. — F.C., Chicago Answer

 

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