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Old October 4th, 2008  
Fish Lore Newbie
 
Why do Fish Scratch against Rocks?

I notice my fish from time to time rub/scratch against a rock, it started with my guppies but now my tiger barbs and my neon rainbows are doing it.

What is wrong with them?
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Old October 4th, 2008  
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A fish disease called velvet can cause fish to start scratching themselves on rocks.
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Old October 4th, 2008  
Fish Mentor
 
so does ICH. are there any white spots on the fish?
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Old October 4th, 2008  
Fish Lore Newbie
 
no there arent any white spots, they seem healthy and act normal.. just once in a while all the fish rub against rocks
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Old October 4th, 2008  
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High Nitrates will cause them to scratch against things. It's called flashing.
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