Sassyhippo Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Hello, For several months I’ve been battling some sort of parasite. Guppies get skinny and die one after another. Included is 1 neon tetra and 1 purple rasbora. They’re both really skinny and can’t gain weight. Some fish have become skinny and lethargic but bounced back. Many have died. Things I’ve tried: general cure (2x), prazipro (2x), levamisole (3rd round), medicated food with general cure and epsom salt to promote passing the parasites. Multiple cleanings a day with Turkey baster removing poop, daily water changes around medication schedules. Aquarium salt almost constantly. Now keeping water clean and watching after last levamisole treatment. Meds were spaced out a week or so each. Feeding: bbs, bloodworms, frozen brine, 2 different flakes, live black worms when available, some sort of frozen medley for tropical fish. tank parameters : ph: 8.0-8.2 temp: 78° ammonia, nitrites: 0ppm nitrates: <40ppm always Gh, kh: 4°, 6° no decor, bare bottom tank. Sponge filter. I think the levamisole did some good as all but 3 fish are plumping up. Those 3 were extremely skinny though. Any other suggestions? Should I separate the skinny ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Internal parasites put a heavy burden on small fish some can die because of internal damage all ready done be the parasites I would feed them 3 time a day to put some weight on them and monitor the skinny fish for now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sassyhippo Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 8 minutes ago, Colu said: Internal parasites put a heavy burden on small fish some can die because of internal damage all ready done be the parasites I would feed them 3 time a day to put some weight on them and monitor the skinny fish for now Ok will do. I was feeding twice but I’ll increase it. I think the rasbora might be barely able to see and struggles to catch food, but everyone’s eating. Nobody seems to be avoiding food on purpose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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