He has white/yellow lesions down his back. I am getting so frustrated because I cant figure out what it is. I've had him for 2 years and he's not doing good. I've done so much research and theres just too many things. It's not ich, I dont think its fungus because it not cotton-like, someone mentioned velvet, but it didnt look like the pics that I researched. Maybe its a parasite? At first i use Melafix but nothing happened it just got worse. Someone said to use Malachite Green, but when I went to Wal-mart the only medicine containg it was Ich away. So thats what Im using now, wondering if it will work. how long should I put it in my tank. The bottle says for all external parasites and fungus. I need an expert!
2007-02-14 06:10:44 · 6 answers · asked by Nicole S 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
Lesions are usually caused by a barcteria infection, but can be from parasites as well. Malachite green is a good treatment for most parasites so if that is the cause you are on the right track. A little more information couls help nail this down and get you r fish cured. Look closely at the lesions and see if they appear to be places eaten away into the fish. If so that is probably a bacteria infection. If there is any way you can get a picture of the problem area that would be a big help too. Please add any additional information about the lesions to your post or send me a message and I'll try my best to help you and your fish.
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2007-02-14 06:19:52 · answer #1 · answered by magicman116 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Any chance you could post a photo of your fish showing the lesions? Maybe that would help with diagnosis.
2007-02-14 14:37:03 · answer #2 · answered by copperhead 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try some aquarium salt in a hospital tank...follow instructions on container. seriously, aquarium salt, in small doses can act as a healer without the problems u get with chemicals. most fish (not skin fish like the catfish tho) benefit from a small amount of aquarium salt anyway.
2007-02-14 14:29:49 · answer #3 · answered by Tammy M 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
GO TO A FISH STORE!!! Walmart has no specifics nor quality products.
Take your fish with you. My redtail is 10 years old, and I cherish him. Did "Walmart" sell this special fish to you? No. Go to a quality fish store.
2007-02-14 14:21:08 · answer #4 · answered by Yenelli 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
lol its not a bird its a snake....duhh
Take him to your local pet shop...sometimes they are very well informed and might be able to figure out what it is. (=
2007-02-14 14:23:33 · answer #5 · answered by Amethyst 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You did to take him to veterinarian that specializes in parats and I do real soon or you will lose your bird.
2007-02-14 14:15:21 · answer #6 · answered by wolf 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋