So I have a 4 inch Naso tang 2inch hippo tang and black molly and melanurus wrasse in a 29 gal QT. They are doing great eating no flashing no scratching swim ok but my only concern is they seem to be breathing fast. I am ammonia badge that reads 0 perfect. 78 degrees. The Naso shows some stress spots. But the thing that has me concerned is they seem to be breathing fast. Especially the hippo. Naso second fastest. Wrasse seems fine. Could this just be stress from small tank. I do have a bunch of pvc Elvis in there to hide. Could it be flukes on gills. I see no external parasites. Please help got me stressed. Oh tank has been cycled for long time and should be clear of meds
Fish breathing heavy concern?
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A couple of thoughts.
A freshwater dip would give you more information on the condition of your fish.
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Do you have a foam bubble filter in the QT to add more O2?
A freshwater dip would give you more information on the condition of your fish.
Video - How to do a Freshwater Dip
How to perform a freshwater dip Freshwater dips are a very important diagnostic tool when you have a sick fish. Since it can help flush out the excess mucus that can and does build up in the gills with a parasite infestation, it can be lifesaving as well. It will even confirm a flukes...
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Do you have a foam bubble filter in the QT to add more O2?
