Does anyone's fish scratch themselves by swimming against a rock or branch in anyones tank? I have sunfish and chubsuckers that will occasionally do this. I assume its a sign of a parasite, but not sure. Any ideas?
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Posted 19 October 2006 - 06:41 AM
This can be a sign of a parasite, but not necessarily. I have had fish do this when they were perfectly healthy as well. Just as a preventative measure, I would add some salt to your water if you don't already keep it there. I believe the going recommended dosage is about a Tbs per 5 gallons.
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Posted 19 October 2006 - 07:31 AM
do your fish do this constently?
or do you see them do it every once in a while?
fish with skin or scale infections or parasites sometimes do this constantly
I have seen my healthy sunfish rub aginst the gravel, or a piece of drift wood everyonce in a while.
I am of the opinion that salt should not be kept in a fw aquarium on a constant level (but i almost always have catfish)
i do use it upon addtion of new fish, or when i have an ich break out (with heat), or if i notice a abrasion or someting on a fish
or do you see them do it every once in a while?
fish with skin or scale infections or parasites sometimes do this constantly
I have seen my healthy sunfish rub aginst the gravel, or a piece of drift wood everyonce in a while.
I am of the opinion that salt should not be kept in a fw aquarium on a constant level (but i almost always have catfish)
i do use it upon addtion of new fish, or when i have an ich break out (with heat), or if i notice a abrasion or someting on a fish
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Posted 19 October 2006 - 10:16 AM
Fish will also do this if your water quality is poor. A water change might be in order.
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 01:55 PM
I always thought that scatching or "flashing" was a sign of ich. I always just add some salt when I see flashing and it usually goes away in a couple days. It is always good to catch anything in the early stage.
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 04:27 PM
Does anyone's fish scratch themselves by swimming against a rock or branch in anyones tank? I have sunfish and chubsuckers that will occasionally do this. I assume its a sign of a parasite, but not sure. Any ideas?
Yes, and you're not gonna like it. They are all going to die.
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 04:33 PM
Does anyone's fish scratch themselves by swimming against a rock or branch in anyones tank? I have sunfish and chubsuckers that will occasionally do this. I assume its a sign of a parasite, but not sure. Any ideas?
Yes, and you're not gonna like it. They are all going to die.
WHAT?
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 04:46 PM
Yes, and you're not gonna like it. They are all going to die.
In time, all things die
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 04:59 PM
In time, all things die Wink
Especially fish that scratch
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 05:05 PM
In time, all things die Wink
Especially fish that scratch
Oh, C'mon Irate. You don't mean that do you? I've had itchy fish for years. I don't like it. I've even tried to rid them of it. But they seem healthy and live long.
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 05:08 PM
Youse guys will learn - ooh yeah baby, you'll LEARN 
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 05:09 PM
Don't worry folks. It's a bit of an inside joke. Irate tells everyone that their fish are gonna die
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 05:12 PM
Youse guys will learn - ooh yeah baby, you'll LEARN
When you least expect it Irate...When you least expect it
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 09:57 PM
I know Teleost well enough to say "you are in for it, Irate" 
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 09:59 PM
So, it's a contest we shall have, is it? Looking forward to this I am...
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 10:16 PM
So, it's a contest we shall have, is it? Looking forward to this I am...
Wait a minute here! I feel like I've just show up to gun fight with a toothpick!
To slow the derail down a bit...
Personally I keep 1-2 TBS salt per 5 gallons in all of my tanks at all times. I'm going to tell you that this must be done but I've found it just keeps most of the little stuff from being a bigger problem. Madtoms prefer a slow increase in salt it seems so take it easy on them at first. Again this is just my opinion.
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Posted 03 November 2006 - 02:44 AM
My fish are scratching now too. One is scratching at its eye, and another around it's nose. I've added some salt to the aquarium. How long does it usually take to start working? Have any of you tried any products in a store to remove parasites or cure other ailments? It's my rosy shiner and Southern Redbelly. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Posted 03 November 2006 - 08:53 AM
I know many probably don't think of it, but when was the last time you did a water change? (don't be embarrassed, I myself don't do them all that often)
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Posted 03 November 2006 - 12:31 PM
About a week ago was my last water change.
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Posted 04 November 2006 - 12:09 PM
My fish are scratching now too. One is scratching at its eye, and another around it's nose.
Sounds like allergies to me. Just add some benadryl.
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