Why is my of my rainbow sharks skinny and not moving

[anthony96]

Why is my of my rainbow sharks skinny and not moving he only swims when other fish hit him.
HELP

 

[rich311k]

Sounds like he is sick? What size tank what is the stocking?

 

[allaboutfish]

parameters? sounds like ammonia burns or nitrite poisoning. id test right away and come back with an answer.

 

[alLexX]

one of your rainbow sharks is skinny? how many do you have?how big is your tank?

 

[allaboutfish]

i dont think it's the 125 gallon he'd need with more than one

 

[anthony96]

parameters? sounds like ammonia burns or nitrite poisoning. id test right away and come back with an answer.

How do I test that

 

[Sssea]

From your previous posts, I believe you have 2 of those with other fish in a 125 liter tank? It's probably a water quality issue stressing your fish out and making them ill. This stems from not having a large enough environment to support your fish.

 

[anthony96]

Thanks for your help but I done a water change and the r all good now so yer

 

[Sssea]

Thanks for your help but I done a water change and the r all good now so yer

You're welcome. Try to do a 15-20% water change everyday or every other day until they seem extra healthy and make sure to use water conditioner. Fish need clean water like we need clean air. I know I wouldn't like to live in a tiny box full of smog, smoke and pollutants. Good luck

 

[anthony96]

Yer thanks. is there something I can use for nitrate poisoning just incase the fish has it

 

[Sssea]

Just lots of clean water to keep your nitrate levels down. You can buys test kits to check your levels or most pet stores will test the water for you.