lilpete777
Aquarium Advice Newbie
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- Jul 22, 2008
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First off let me say hello to everyone on this forum! I've been coming here for the past couple of months for help in everything from correct cycling, water changes, etc. But now i need your help!
Recently 2 of my fish (I forgot what species they are) have been "flashing" or rubbing against objects in my tank. I have a 20 gal tank that was host to numerous tropical fish that have unfortunately passed away to fishy heaven. Now 4 adults and 1 baby remain. I have also noticed that one of the fish, that is not flashing, has a white spot on its tail (red Box). My mind immediately jumped to Ich but no other fish have exhibited the same signs nor has there been any other spots appearing on the same fish. One of the two fish that is flashing now has its dorsal fin clamped tight and is constantly at the top gasping for air (one in the blue box). I have attached pictures (excuse the blur) that shows this. If anyone can help please let me know! Thank you in advance!
Tank specs:
- 20 Gal
- Carbon Bio-Filter
-Ammonia 0, pH 7.2
- Recently vacuumed gravel and changed 75% of water due to algae outbreak
Recently 2 of my fish (I forgot what species they are) have been "flashing" or rubbing against objects in my tank. I have a 20 gal tank that was host to numerous tropical fish that have unfortunately passed away to fishy heaven. Now 4 adults and 1 baby remain. I have also noticed that one of the fish, that is not flashing, has a white spot on its tail (red Box). My mind immediately jumped to Ich but no other fish have exhibited the same signs nor has there been any other spots appearing on the same fish. One of the two fish that is flashing now has its dorsal fin clamped tight and is constantly at the top gasping for air (one in the blue box). I have attached pictures (excuse the blur) that shows this. If anyone can help please let me know! Thank you in advance!
Tank specs:
- 20 Gal
- Carbon Bio-Filter
-Ammonia 0, pH 7.2
- Recently vacuumed gravel and changed 75% of water due to algae outbreak
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