my crowntail female looks bloated...

ok, so I left the bf in charge of feeding my girl while I was outta town. now she looks a little bloated... do I just not feed her for a couple of days?

EDIT: she's not having any problems, just need some advice...

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Good morning,

You can fast the fish for a day or two and if that doesn't resolve the issue then try feeding thawed, frozen peas. Warm the pea, slice it in half and remove the skin. Then cut the pea into portions about the size of one of the fishes eyes. It may take a few tries before the fish realizes the pea is food.

Peas can act as a laxative for fish.

Another option for constipation is feeding Daphnia.

Best wishes for your fish.

Ken

 

thanks for the help! I'll try the frozen pea...I love this forum!

 

Glad to help!

Keep us posted. Hopefully the peas will work.

Ken

 

Yeah..let us know if it's swimming vertically or scales protrude.