WHen I got this tank I was so worried about getting the water right. Now with all that behind me, I had 5 tetras. One got humpback and severe trouble with balance. It died. That was 3 wks ago. Now another tetra is the same way. I read something about tetra disease? How long do tetras live? All the others are ok for now. I watch my water like a hawk its always in range Please help.
Tetra has hump back
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What kind of tetra is this? There is Neon Tetra disease...
The "humpback" could be fish TB... I had a guppy with it a long time ago. Not very common however.
The problem staying upright could be swim bladder, which I've never had any luck curing (tried peas, etc).
Sorry to hear about your loss, sounds like you did everything you could.
The "humpback" could be fish TB... I had a guppy with it a long time ago. Not very common however.
The problem staying upright could be swim bladder, which I've never had any luck curing (tried peas, etc).
Sorry to hear about your loss, sounds like you did everything you could.
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Tetras should be able to live 3-4 years without a problem. But, there is some variability to that. Bent spines can be from stunted growth or some several diseases. In addition to the diseases already mentioned, there is also something called False Neon Tetra Disease. It causes bent spines, is easier to treat than NTD and seems to be more common IME.
If possible, pictures would help. Knowing the parameters and a brief tank history would also help with a diagnosis. IMO, if it's treatable, heavy antibiotics like Furan are likely your best chance of saving them. In the meantime, doing a few extra pwc's can make a big difference when combating fish illnesses as well.
Tetras should be able to live 3-4 years without a problem. But, there is some variability to that. Bent spines can be from stunted growth or some several diseases. In addition to the diseases already mentioned, there is also something called False Neon Tetra Disease. It causes bent spines, is easier to treat than NTD and seems to be more common IME.
If possible, pictures would help. Knowing the parameters and a brief tank history would also help with a diagnosis. IMO, if it's treatable, heavy antibiotics like Furan are likely your best chance of saving them. In the meantime, doing a few extra pwc's can make a big difference when combating fish illnesses as well.
Humpback
Amm-0
Nitrite-0
Nitrate-5
PH- 7.0
Temp 74-76
I do use an API test kit. I have 3 tetras left. They were just fine one min then I notice in eve hump back. Only in them?
Jon,
Amm-0
Nitrite-0
Nitrate-5
PH- 7.0
Temp 74-76
I do use an API test kit. I have 3 tetras left. They were just fine one min then I notice in eve hump back. Only in them?
They are striped tetra. They become humped back then bam in a day or two gone? I don't think the other community fish are effected.
Thanks for everyone's help. I know these message boards are a great thing. I use them for my birds as well.
Thanks for everyone's help. I know these message boards are a great thing. I use them for my birds as well.
I have 7 Zebra Danios in a 50g community.
My levels are
Amm-0
Nitrite-0
Nitrate-10
pH 7.2
Temp 25C approx 77F ( I think)
Not had one die. They are really hardy fish!!!!
How does their poop look?
Any blood streaks around their anal fin?
Along their spines are there any sticking up scales? Like a pine cone?
Jon
My levels are
Amm-0
Nitrite-0
Nitrate-10
pH 7.2
Temp 25C approx 77F ( I think)
Not had one die. They are really hardy fish!!!!
How does their poop look?
Any blood streaks around their anal fin?
Along their spines are there any sticking up scales? Like a pine cone?
Jon
Wiggles24
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Actually I noticed one of my zebras looks kinda hunch backed too but I am positive she is gravid. Idk if that has anything to do with it but other than that she seems just fine
No nothing sticking out. I have not seen their poop. What should I be looking for and I will try and see it. Today the 3 of them seem happy they ate, I'm still Leary because this is how the other two went fine until a straight drop. I did a 75% change. All levels are good. You think this will help? I hope so. I hate to see any animal suffer! I love my tank. It gives me peace by watching it!
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