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please i need to help my goldfish i bought her frim a pet store about a week ago now and both end bits of her tail has snapped off n gone a bit brown at the jagged edge. he in a small tank with a lid and air holes he has also oxy-weed and a castle, and some plain coloured stones. WILL HE DIE? please i need to help my goldfish i bought her frim a pet store about a week ago now and both end bits of her tail has snapped off n gone a bit brown at the jagged edge. he in a small tank with a lid and air holes he has also oxy-weed and a castle, and some plain coloured stones. WILL HE DIE?

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What is it when freshwater fish lose their tail and the stub is all white?

This is fin rot. Fin rot happens when fish are under stress, such as from poor water quality. Make sure your ammonia, nitrates, and nitrites are at low levels (the test will say what is acceptable). Ammonia should be no higher than 0. If they are higher than they should be, water changes and an ammonia removing product such as AmQuel will bring them down. After you have fixed your water quality, buy an over the counter antibiotic to rid the fish of the bacteria that managed to attack it while it's slime coat was messed up.


How do you prevent fin and tail rot?

Well, 1 easiest way is to change the water everyday and put alot of medicion in. If your betta has a light fin rot, you could put in about 10 or 20 drop, if your betta is in a advance fin rot, make sure you put a lot of medicion in! One other way from making a whole tank fill with deceses is to remove all the fish out of the tank, change the water, and put back the fish thatis health and keep the sick one out in another bowl. If you saw the fin rot but it is already in advance, there is not much of a chance that it will be alive. Sorry!


Why do silver dollars Tropical fish lose there fins?

Often fish will 'nip' or bite off parts of the fins. Or you may have fin rot. If you only have a few (3-4) fish, they may be eating each others' fins. If your fish look sick, they need to have some medicine. Or if they are being kept with other fish or crabs or crayfish, they might be losing fin to them.


What is another name for a tail fin?

Another name for a tail fin is a caudal fin. It is the fin located at the end of a fish's body, which helps with stability and propulsion.


What is the perchs largest fin?

I think that the largest fin of a perch is the first dorsal fin, the one that is located on the top of the fish and is spiny.

Related Questions

What does fin rot look like on fancy guppies?

You will usually notice a grey, torn look at the tip of the fin (it will spread as the fin rot progresses).


Will bettafix treatment cure betta fish fin rot?

Yes, bettafix can fix fin rot if the fin rot is not serious. If there is 1/2 of the original fin still left the I recommend bettafix as it is made of organic material and is very effective.


How do fish contract and develop fin rot?

Fish contract fin rot when their fins become damaged or injured, allowing bacteria to enter and infect the tissue. The bacteria then multiply and cause the fin tissue to deteriorate, leading to the development of fin rot. Proper water quality, diet, and stress management can help prevent fin rot in fish.


What does it mean if a goldfish fin is coming off?

That's probably its poo, that's what my goldfish did. Their waste has to come out somewhere. maybe finrot. may be not nvm


What are the differences between fin rot and fin tear in fish, and how can they be distinguished from each other?

Fin rot and fin tear are both common conditions in fish that affect their fins. Fin rot is a bacterial infection that causes the fins to appear ragged, discolored, and deteriorated. On the other hand, fin tear is a physical injury that results in a clean, straight tear in the fin tissue. To distinguish between the two, look for signs of infection such as redness, inflammation, and a fuzzy appearance in fin rot. In contrast, fin tear will have a clear, distinct tear in the fin without any signs of infection. Additionally, fin rot is usually accompanied by other symptoms like lethargy and loss of appetite, while fin tear is typically a result of physical trauma.


What are the differences between betta fin rot and tear, and how can they be distinguished from each other?

Betta fin rot is a bacterial infection that causes the fins to deteriorate and appear ragged, while fin tears are physical injuries that result in a clean, straight tear in the fin tissue. Fin rot is often accompanied by discoloration and inflammation, while fin tears do not show signs of infection. To distinguish between the two, look for signs of infection such as redness, inflammation, and deterioration in fin rot, while fin tears will appear as clean, straight tears without signs of infection.


Why does a betta fish loose it color?

It probably has fin rot. Ask an employee at the petstore, get the fish some medicine. Also, if you are ever in Chelmsford, stop by Fins & Feathers Pet Store. They are the best. Tell them Erin sent you.


How do you treat your fish that has septicemia fin and tail rot and possibly Ick?

Do a 75% water change to get rid of the bacteria causing the fungus, and then get the required medicine from your local pet store.


Can a parrot recover from plucking its feathers?

no it will die from fin rot


Why is a betta fish's tail fraying?

If there are long stringy pieces of fin left, it's tail biting caused by stress or boredom. Anything else, it's fin rot caused by filthy water. Way to go.


Does Epsom salt cure angelfish fin rot?

No, it doesn't. Epsom salt is for internal problems mainly digestive problems. Aquarium salt can be used to treat fin rot, at a dose of a 1(normal dose)-3(max dose they can stand) teaspoon per gallon. Don't use it for long, they hate it and long-term will damage their internal organs.


Why do fish get fin rot and what are the common causes of this condition?

Fish get fin rot due to a bacterial infection that affects their fins and tails. The common causes of this condition include poor water quality, stress, injuries, and overcrowding in the aquarium. Proper tank maintenance and regular water changes can help prevent fin rot in fish.