It looks like bleeding under the scales from behind the gills to the tail, mid way through the fish
2007-01-20 07:16:07 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
To make it go faster
2007-01-20 07:18:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋
First, I want to commend 8 in the Corner because he is the only one who gave an informed answer instead of just guessing. He is right. It's septicemia. It is from a bacteria that entered the fish's body from an injury. It travels quickly throughout the body. Since septicemia is a bacterial infection, you can add medications to the water such as triple sulfa or tetracycline. Both can be purchased from your local pet store and are stronger types of antibacterials than, say, Maracyn. Treating the water is an additional precaution, but because this is an internal infection, you should feed the fish Medi-Gold or Metromed. If this fish is with other fish, set up a quarantine tank. If you don't have another tank, a ten gallon (or larger) plastic storage bin works great. It will need an air pump and cycled water, just like the regular tank. You can do a quick-cycle water setup by using spring water, a ph neutralizer, do an ammonia check and add stress coat. Don't bother with adding any live bacteria because the medication will kill it. Don't use salt when you are using other medications. Be dedicated and faithful to the treatment regimen. Slacking off even one day could make all the difference, especially with septicemia as it is a quick killer.
2007-01-20 08:23:51 · answer #2 · answered by Venice Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is amonia poisoning (although nice to think that it could be go faster stripes!)
You must clean out the tank and reduce the amonia content. Put some live plants in and get some fish that are known as "cleaner fish", these are fish that clean out the tank (ask local shop). Also make sure you keep the faeces at bay by cleaning out at least once a month (depends on the system you have tho, may require more often)
Do a weekly 20% water change and use water conditioners too!
2007-01-20 08:18:23 · answer #3 · answered by neensy_uk 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is called septicemia and is usually fatal unless you medicate it as soon as you notice it. Go to the fish store and get the proper medication right away.
Google it or use the Yahoo search for more info.
It is best to isolate a sick fish during medication procedures. If you have other fish with him, keep a close eye on them to make sure they are not infected also.
2007-01-20 07:38:00 · answer #4 · answered by 8 In the corner 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
All goldfish can change colours. I started off with a yellow one that turned black!! its perfectly normal
2016-05-24 01:20:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The water is too acidic. Add some neutralizer right away.
2007-01-20 09:46:53 · answer #6 · answered by goalaska 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You could take it to the pet store and ask. However fish don't live that long, so I would just enjoy your time with your little buddy while you can.
2007-01-20 07:28:46 · answer #7 · answered by jacque_sue89 3 · 0⤊ 5⤋
It`s a Sunderland supporter.
2007-01-20 07:21:21 · answer #8 · answered by The BudMiester 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Could be bleeding, but maybe it's a Striper.
2007-01-20 07:19:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
to make it look like sun light from predetors underneath it
2007-01-20 07:19:05 · answer #10 · answered by Doug H 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋