YWG white spot possible damage

[EmmisXFabio]

Hello All!

My YWG has been acting a bit strange for a couple days he separated from the area he was with tiger pistol shrimp since 3 days ago. I added red blood shrimp this past Saturday not sure if that has anything but my Goby has been acting since before. I have a 65 gal. Can someone please tell me what it may be? I dont see the fin he had on his back and he isnt eating. Thanks in advance.

 

[Suohhen]

I don't see anything concerning, it is common for fish to hide fins when they are scared. Could you please describe any behavior you are seeing that has you concerned besides the lack of eating?

 

[EmmisXFabio]

I don't see anything concerning, it is common for fish to hide fins when they are scared. Could you please describe any behavior you are seeing that has you concerned besides the lack of eating?

Hello well he didnt have the white covering his back before... that isnt normal I'm guessing. He isnt swimming as much and just stays on the bottom. He separated from the tiger pistol shrimp but not sure why.

 

[Suohhen]

I thought that was an artifact of the lighting. Looking closer it does seem inflamed likely due to a bacterial infection but I can't say for sure. Let's see if someone more knowledgeable can help. @Jay Hemdal @vetteguy53081

 

[Suohhen]

For now have a look at this. Ultimately you are in the best position to see what is going on with your fish as pictures have many limitations.

TANK TERROR: Bacterial Infections In The Reef Tank

Editor’s Note: The reef aquarium hobby is not for the faint of heart. Maintaining a complex ecosystem can be a daunting task with many variables in play that all have effect on one another. However, beyond the effort to maintain the ecosystem and...

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[vetteguy53081]

Bacterial infection and needs to be addressed ASAP as it is accelerated which reduces chance of healing.
First thing to address is water quality. . . .
What test kit(s) are you using?
What is ammonia- nitrate-ph-salinity-temperature readings?
What i recommend is first:
- test water conditions
- Give fish a 4-5 min freshwater dip (same temp as display tank and add a pinch of baking soda for PH)
- Place in quarantine if possible and treat with with either Furan 2 or Maracyn 2

Is fish eating ?

Bacterial infections are often secondary to a preexisting parasitic or worm infestation. Many factors make a fish more susceptible to infection. First, a cut or open wound is usually required for infection to set in. Even tiny bite marks left by feeding parasite trophants can get infected.
Poor water quality is also usually a key ingredient which increases the odds of a bacterial infection in addition to anything that lowers the fish’s overall immune system which makes infection more likely.
NEVER overdose antibiotics in fact, if in doubt, always underdose. Antibiotics can be harsh on and even kill certain fish AS WELL AS CAUSE appetite suppression so add more oxygen with even an airstone .

 

[EmmisXFabio]

For now have a look at this. Ultimately you are in the best position to see what is going on with your fish as pictures have many limitations.

TANK TERROR: Bacterial Infections In The Reef Tank

Editor’s Note: The reef aquarium hobby is not for the faint of heart. Maintaining a complex ecosystem can be a daunting task with many variables in play that all have effect on one another. However, beyond the effort to maintain the ecosystem and...

www.reef2reef.com

Thank you very much !