Wrangers Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Hi Guys, I have a 6x2x2 stocked with 5 F. Rostratus, 4 N. Livingstonii and 3 C. Moorii which has been running for about 2 years. Problem is, the C. Moorii have looked pretty slim for months and no matter how much variety and volume of food I feed, they just can't seem to maintain a healthy looking profile. They aren't bullied and always seem to eat plenty - and their waste seems normal. I feed them once a day with varying foods including blood worms, mysis, brine shrimp, peas, and NLS Thera-A. I'm not sure that this is wasting disease related, given they are still alive after months, and the Rostratus and Livingstonii look nice and well fed. Could it possibly be a worm infestation (despite other fish looking ok)? Any meds that could treat this? Anyone have any suggestions ? Thanks Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citypainter Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 The Moori might not get picked on but they would still be bottom of the pecking order. I would say that the slow intimidation and worry is starting to show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albie Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Hi Guys, I have a 6x2x2 stocked with 5 F. Rostratus, 4 N. Livingstonii and 3 C. Moorii which has been running for about 2 years. Problem is, the C. Moorii have looked pretty slim for months and no matter how much variety and volume of food I feed, they just can't seem to maintain a healthy looking profile. They aren't bullied and always seem to eat plenty - and their waste seems normal. I feed them once a day with varying foods including blood worms, mysis, brine shrimp, peas, and NLS Thera-A. I'm not sure that this is wasting disease related, given they are still alive after months, and the Rostratus and Livingstonii look nice and well fed. Could it possibly be a worm infestation (despite other fish looking ok)? Any meds that could treat this? Anyone have any suggestions ? Thanks Andrew Is it only the moorii that look thin? Do the other fish look "fatter"? Sorry, but my initial thoughts would be to suggest feeding all fish at least twice a day. Lets not forget that fish in nature feed all day. I feed all my fish in the morning,afternoon when i get home, and once more at night. I understand a few may think this may be too much,but i don't offer them handfuls of food. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrangers Posted May 21, 2009 Author Share Posted May 21, 2009 Thanks guys for your thoughts. I think I might end up putting them in a tank by themselves, maybe add a few more to get a nice school (about 6 or so). They're at least as big as the others in the tank, but I've heard they can be timid. I'll also start feeding them at least a couple smaller feeds throughout the day. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfy Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 You may like to try some (larger sized) sinking algae wafers, that will let the fish browse on them over a period of time rather than a feeding fight/frenzy when you drop the food in. If you suspect it could be some sort of internal/parasite problem you could try rubbing the zucchini slices with some garlic first, it may also help to stimulate their appetite. If you can try feeding them 2 or even 3 times a day (just small amounts each time). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobbin4 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 C morrii as citypanter says are a mild fish compared to the other 2 you have. You can feed them twice a day but that will still mean the other 2 will get the most food. Yep tank to themselves with some more added is your best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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