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How do I travel with fish in a car?
I have two fish that I’ve had for years. I’m moving apartments next week, but I’ve never traveled with fish before. What are some tips to travel with fish in a car so that they’re safe and comfortable?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Fish are far from the ideal traveling companions, but you can make the trip the best it can be by taking a few precautions. Here’s how to travel with fish in a car:
- Don’t take the aquarium. Instead, use a plastic bag or container with a lid that’s full of aquarium water. This will ensure that the water has the right pH balance.
- Keep the temperature in your car moderate. Try to make it the same temperature as your home. Fish are highly susceptible to temperature swings—failing to keep the same temperature is tantamount to a death sentence!
- Do not feed your fish while it’s in the car.
- Avoid feeding your fish for up to 48 hours before the trip so they don’t soil the water you’re using for transport.
If you plan on going on any long road trips with your fish, their comfort is important, but so is your safety. Make sure to add
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