Iris deformity in guppy fry- why?

[Valleywren]

I have a lovely yellow strain of guppies. I have noticed an iris deformity in one of the fry. Obviously, she will not be bred. But is it genetic? Or nutritional? Or something else? I would love to hear opinions and perhaps experiences.

 

[JustAFishServant]

How long ago did you get them, and where from? I'd wager it's poor genetics, but we'll see

 

[yukondog]

Genetics or injury may be?

 

[Valleywren]

How long ago did you get them, and where from? I'd wager it's poor genetics, but we'll see

I got them from a breeder on eBay in August.

 

[JustAFishServant]

I got them from a breeder on eBay in August.

Hmm. So 3 months ago. That gives plenty of time for inbreeding to occur.

 

[emeraldking]

Hard to tell what has caused it. If it was born with this deformity, it may be a genetic issue.

 

[Valleywren]

Hmm. So 3 months ago. That gives plenty of time for inbreeding to occur.

I’ve made sure to prevent any inbreeding in my hands.

Hard to tell what has caused it. If it was born with this deformity, it may be a genetic issue.

I’m not sure if she was born with it or not. I only noticed it a few days ago.

 

[emeraldking]

I’m not sure if she was born with it or not. I only noticed it a few days ago.

Well, just watch her. If she's doing well the whole time, I'd leave her like that. It's not sure if she can see with that eye. She may or may not. But if she won't bump up to things, I wouldn't be worried about her.