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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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Fin Rot? Male Betta
Hello again,
I just noticed that my male betta has black on his tail. Is this fin rot?
Here is a pic. of him.
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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Keeper
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It doesn't look like fin rot to me.... look just like his coloring! Fin rot is usually white.
Someone correct me if I'm wrong.  |
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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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I know fin rot is usually white, but there are pieces of his fins missing.
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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Keeper
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I took a closer look at this picture...
Is it really black on the tail or is it red? If it's red it could be sore or blood...
It's possible that it's not fin rot and that he snagged it on something. But I don't know now... Hopefully someone else responds!
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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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It is black, I am not sure what happened. He has a couple of spots were it is black and fraying. It almost looks like he got burned! But I don't know how that would happen.
I put Rid Fungus in the tank anyway!
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May 29th, 2008
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Moderator ~ Betta Mommy
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It looks like the beginnings of a fungal infection of the fins. He will need something like Rid Fungus and some Vitachem and Garlic in his diet.
Rose
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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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Thanks again Rose! I already started with Rid Fungus.
I really appreciate your help!
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May 29th, 2008
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Master Of Fish Poo!
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Yea, Rose has that one right on. I'd recommend having some Triple Sulfa stocked, just in case you need it, but hopefully it's just the fungal fin rot.
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May 29th, 2008
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Fish Keeper
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I hope he gets to feeling better soon,I am battling the same problem right now with 3 of my babies  |
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May 30th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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awe, poor guy, the only thing I have to add is to do a lot of water changes. I am dealing with the same problem. Flash is still looking a little like raggedy andy, but he is getting better.
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May 30th, 2008
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Fish Mentor
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Poor little fellow.....I hope he recovers quickly.....
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May 30th, 2008
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Moderator
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Heidi, your betta babies are really making you worry lately. Good luck, I hope your little guy gets to feeling better soon.
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June 4th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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Thank you everyone!
Oscar is feeling and looking a lot better, with using Rid Fungus!
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June 5th, 2008
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Master Of Fish Poo!
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 That's great to hear!  I love the Rid-Fungus, it might not smell like perfume but it's great treatment and non-stressful for our little fish.  |
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June 5th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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One more thing! Should I keep treating him with Rid-Fungus? How long should I treat him for?
He is looking way better, but not perfect yet.
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June 5th, 2008
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Master Of Fish Poo!
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Due to it being a safe, organic, herbal solution I would keep using it as long as you feel it's needed. |
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June 5th, 2008
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Fish Helper
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Cool Thanks!
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June 6th, 2008
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Master Of Fish Poo!
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You're welcome. Please keep us updated on how he's doing.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Heidi125
Cool Thanks!
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