What are the effects of ammonia on fish?
Ammonia can be toxic to fish, although all fish produce some ammonia as a natural by-product. Ammonia is also released when chloramines are chemically removed. Although ammonia levels may be tolerable in individual tanks or ponds, commercial products are available at pet supply stores to remove excess ammonia. Also, biological filters, natural zeolites and pH control methods are effective in reducing the toxic effects of ammonia.
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