Weird white spots on Clownfish

TyrannicBears · Mar 22, 2020

Hey everyone I just noticed on one of my clowns has a weird white pimple/ lifted dot on the side of him. I’m not sure if it’s ich or some sort of other parasite or illness. Does anyone know what this could be?

Big G · Mar 22, 2020

"Lifted" up is often lymphocystis. Cottony, fibrous, and or cauliflower like it is a usually harmless virus. Or if more appear rapidly there are other concerns. Here's more info on Lympho:

Lymphocystis

Lymphocystis What You Need To Know: * This is a virus that many fish carry for life. The white nodules (cauliflower-like growths) can grow both externally and internally; so symptoms are not always visible. * There is no known cure for Lympho. However, feeding vitamin-enriched foods and...

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TyrannicBears · Mar 23, 2020

Big G said:
"Lifted" up is often lymphocystis. Cottony, fibrous, and or cauliflower like it is a usually harmless virus. Or if more appear rapidly there are other concerns. Here's more info on Lympho:

Lymphocystis

Lymphocystis What You Need To Know: * This is a virus that many fish carry for life. The white nodules (cauliflower-like growths) can grow both externally and internally; so symptoms are not always visible. * There is no known cure for Lympho. However, feeding vitamin-enriched foods and...

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I noticed a few more on his fins do you think this could be it or should I give it a day or two and look for any other signs. He seems completely fine and happy and is still eating.

Big G · Mar 23, 2020

In the thread I gave you you will notice that Lympho can be just one spot or many spots. They usually are in the fin and face areas. Of course other parasites like Ich, Brooklynella and Velvet are possible. Watch for other behaviors that are danger signs: rapid breathing, hiding from light, scratching gills and body, color loss, loss of appetite, etc.

Here's another thread with pictures of the most common fish parasites and diseases so you can keep a close eye on your little buddy. Post more pics for us to help in any way we can.

Fish Disease Index - Pictorial Guide

Pictorial Guide to Marine Fish Diseases Use this guide to find a picture that most closely matches your fish's symptoms. Click the link, if available for more detailed information on the disease and how to treat it. Ich (Cryptocaryon Irritans) One of the most well-known parasites in the...

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