how long to QT new fish

[steve r]

i am picking up a fish that has been at the fish store for two weeks in a copper treated system. he has been eating and looks great. how long should i QT him at home?

steve r

 

[lando]

At least four weeks. IF you need to treat I would stretch it out to six. Ask the LFS if the fish is done with the treatment or if you will need to continue it at home.

 

[Phyl]

Is treating their system with copper standard or did he have some ailment that they were curing? What kind of fish is it? Tangs I would QT no matter what and for a long time. Most other things I struggle to make it past 3 weeks with.

Good luck.

 

[steve r]

they use copper as a standard additive to thier fish system. i guess i am just wondering how long you QT fish if they are not sick. i am guessing 3-4 weeks

steve r