I've browsed several forums lately, searching for advice on setting up a new tank, caring for fish, etc. So far I like AA best, so I finally signed up and now have a question (actually, I have lots, but I'll start with this one!).
I have (well, it's my daughter's but she's 5, so all major responsibility is up to me at the moment) a 10 gallon tank with 2 mollies. We're starting week 5 of the cycling process, and so far everything has been going well. Fish have been lively, eating well, active...until today. One of the fish has been lethargic, hanging around the bottom corner of the tank much of the day, although she has been interested in food. She also seems to be a little limp in the tail area...like she's not giving it her all when swimming.
I did a partial water change (10%) yesterday and rinsed out the filter. (I read just now that this may not have been a good idea, however, since bacterial colonies are still developing. Oops?) I had the water tested at teh pet store today and was told no specifics on numbers, but that yes, ammonia was a little high. I asked about nitrites and was told all looked ok.
I guess I'll just watch her closely tomorrow, but what do you think this might be? I've been reading about swim bladder disorders, parasites, etc. Of course this has got me worried that I'm going to soon have to tell my daughter that her fish is sick. Any thoughts/advice are appreciated, thanks in advance!
I have (well, it's my daughter's but she's 5, so all major responsibility is up to me at the moment) a 10 gallon tank with 2 mollies. We're starting week 5 of the cycling process, and so far everything has been going well. Fish have been lively, eating well, active...until today. One of the fish has been lethargic, hanging around the bottom corner of the tank much of the day, although she has been interested in food. She also seems to be a little limp in the tail area...like she's not giving it her all when swimming.
I did a partial water change (10%) yesterday and rinsed out the filter. (I read just now that this may not have been a good idea, however, since bacterial colonies are still developing. Oops?) I had the water tested at teh pet store today and was told no specifics on numbers, but that yes, ammonia was a little high. I asked about nitrites and was told all looked ok.
I guess I'll just watch her closely tomorrow, but what do you think this might be? I've been reading about swim bladder disorders, parasites, etc. Of course this has got me worried that I'm going to soon have to tell my daughter that her fish is sick. Any thoughts/advice are appreciated, thanks in advance!