Information for Fish Owners
21) Why do fish owners have to take precautions with chloraminated water for fish, reptiles, and amphibians that live in
water?
As with chlorine, chloramine is toxic to fish (saltwater and freshwater), reptiles, and amphibians that live in water.
They take chloramines directly into their bloodstream through their gills and must, therefore, be protected.
22) What can aquarium owners do to remove chloramine?
Household, restaurant, and commercial fish tank owners will need to change their current chlorine removal process
to remove chloramine.
23) Can home remedies for treating aquarium water such as boiling water, using salts, and letting water sit still for a few
days remove chloramine?
No. Home remedies such as boiling, using salts, and having water sit still are not sufficient methods to remove
chloramine. Unlike chlorine, which only takes a few days to evaporate when sitting still, chloramine remains in
water for a few weeks. The best way for fish owners to remove chloramine is to use a conditioner that contains a
dechloraminating chemical. The conditioner is available at pet stores.
24) Is chloraminated water safe for plants and other animals besides fish, reptiles, and amphibians that live in water?
Yes. Chloraminated water is just as safe as chlorinated water for plants and animals that do not live in water.
Chloramine is only dangerous for animals that take water directly into their bloodstream.
