paul_r Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 This probably sounds like a stupid heading, but hey just thought id ask to see if i could gain a bit of knowledge for future references. Can anyone tell me if there are signs that are a fish is dieing (cant spell) and what it is caused by. For example what causes a fish to loose its balance, spinning upside down etc and eventually dieing Or what are signs that a fish is dieing of too much ammonia etc. Any help would be much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 One of the first symptoms a fish is unwell is clamped fins. After that there can be a great range of symptoms caused by a great range of problems. Too much ammonia can cause redness around the gills, as it burns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herefishiefishie Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 As well with above; Fish will hang down at the bottom of the tank breathing heavy to if high levels of ammonia are present. For me the way a fish swims or looks gives it away, for a fish not being well. The eyes are usually the first sign, a fish sitting to the side with a haze look, not alert, grabs my attention. Another thing that is common with cichlids is breaks in the lateral line. Frenchy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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