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How does fish get ick and what are the common symptoms of this disease?
Fish get ick, also known as ich or white spot disease, from parasites in the water. Common symptoms include white spots on the fish's body, flashing or rubbing against objects, and changes in behavior such as lethargy or loss of appetite.
How do fish get ick and what are the common symptoms of this disease in aquatic animals?
Fish get ick, also known as ich or white spot disease, from parasites in the water. Common symptoms include white spots on the fish's body, flashing or rubbing against objects, and changes in behavior such as lethargy or loss of appetite.
What are the common symptoms of the disease known as "ick" in fish and how can it be treated effectively?
Common symptoms of the disease known as "ick" in fish include white spots on the fish's body, fins, and gills, as well as increased scratching or rubbing against objects in the tank. To treat ick effectively, it is recommended to raise the water temperature gradually to around 82-86F, add aquarium salt, and use medication specifically designed to treat parasitic infections in fish. It is important to follow the instructions on the medication carefully and monitor the fish closely during treatment.
Can turtles get ick and how can it be prevented or treated?
Yes, turtles can get ick, which is a common parasitic disease. To prevent it, maintain clean water in their habitat and ensure proper filtration. If a turtle does get ick, it can be treated with medication prescribed by a veterinarian specializing in reptiles.
What is ick and how does it affect fish in a tank?
"Ick, also known as ichthyophthirius multifiliis, is a common parasitic infection that affects fish in tanks. It appears as white spots on the fish's body and fins. Ick can cause irritation, stress, and even death in fish if not treated promptly."
What could be wrong if your Betta's fins aren't as flowing and beautiful as they used to be and they seem to be clumped together now?
that is mostly a sign of a common disease known as ick [ tiny white spots on the body if not treated soon fish will die occasionally. ] treatment for this is ick away, ick guard, or something that has to do along the lines of that. if you need help ask someone at the pet store the might be able to tell you. but however there is other common disease that can cause that. im not sure what can but the only one that i know of is ick.
Will fish have disease?
Yes.The most common fish disease is ick. This most likely happens in pet fish.
How do you pronounce specifically?
Speh-sif-ick Spuh-sif-ick Spih-sif-ick Like tomato and potato- they can be pronounced different ways.
Can a human catch ick from splashed fish tank water on face?
I wouldn't think so since ick is a scale sickness and you don't have scales. My fish once had ick (their better now) and I didn't get sick with ick. but maybe you should ask an employee at a pet store.
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Is ick contagious?
Yes, ick is highly contagious. Fish get it when they are stressed out, depressed, and/or weak. Ick is believed to be in water already.It spreads very quickly from one fish to another and you have to treat it right away. To treat ick, take the infected fish to a vet or use a home remedy such as salt or heat.
