Gia Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 pH is around 7 Nitrates is 5ppm Nitrite and ammonia is 0 Water is around 81.5 F The tank is a 20 gal tall with 2 panda corys and 1 rabbit snail. The panda shown I believe is rubbing against the almond leaves and I noticed this behavior about a day or so ago. I also kind of noticed my pandas having almost a white shine to them, but this one I just noticed the fuzzy looking growths today. I dont believe its ICH and my other panda doesnt seem to have any of this on it. They used to be homed in a 10 gallon with a betta and couple shrimp, but I moved them to the 20 gallon over a week ago. Both are eating and acting normal, aside from the rubbing of the one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 It could be fungal infection what are your water parameters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gia Posted January 3, 2021 Author Share Posted January 3, 2021 17 minutes ago, Colu said: It could be fungal infection what are your water parameters Just tested again. My GH is 180ppm, KH around 40-80ppm. PH between 7.4-7.6. Ammonia and Nitrites are both 0. Nitrates are 5ppm. Upon further inspection I noticed a few of my plants seem to have some fuzzy on the leaves as well, but its not much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 (edited) Looking at pictures I would treat for fungus with API fungus cure your water parameters are fine your temp a bit high for panda Cory's like 72 to 77 Edited January 3, 2021 by Colu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gia Posted January 4, 2021 Author Share Posted January 4, 2021 On 1/2/2021 at 9:02 PM, Colu said: Looking at pictures I would treat for fungus with API fungus cure your water parameters are fine your temp a bit high for panda Cory's like 72 to 77 Thank you. I had them housed with a beta so I had the temp higher. I went to the store and they didnt have API fungus cure, so they recommended me microbe-lift artemiss. My only concern is I cant find anywhere on how to properly use it and I dont want to accidently mess it up. Would you recommend daily water changes or just follow the dosing on the bottle? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch_ScruffyCityAquatics Posted January 4, 2021 Share Posted January 4, 2021 (edited) Panda’s temp range is in the 70s. Although you may be experiencing an infection the stress is likely coming from your temperature. *Edit - I just saw the post above and agree. Edited January 4, 2021 by Mitch Norton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted January 4, 2021 Share Posted January 4, 2021 (edited) I have never use that med but I would follow instructions on bottle Edited January 4, 2021 by Colu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gia Posted January 4, 2021 Author Share Posted January 4, 2021 2 hours ago, Mitch Norton said: Panda’s temp range is in the 70s. Although you may be experiencing an infection the stress is likely coming from your temperature. *Edit - I just saw the post above and agree. 1 hour ago, Colu said: I have never use that med but I would follow instructions on bottle Thank you guys for the help. I couldnt find any information else where. I lowered my heater and just waiting to see if that brings the temp down. They seem to be acting the same and no fungus on my other one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch_ScruffyCityAquatics Posted January 4, 2021 Share Posted January 4, 2021 Try keeping them in the mid 70s, but lower your temp slowly. Turn the dial a couple of degrees and leave it for a while and then turn it down 2 more degrees until you get around 74 - 76 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gia Posted January 13, 2021 Author Share Posted January 13, 2021 Thought I would update. Its been 10 days since I started the treatment as directed on the bottle. Everything was going good for the most part, but up until a few days ago I noticed they were hiding more and not eating as much. The one is still not infected with whatever is on the other one, but the other one has also not really shown much improvement. Its still pretty fuzzy and the color has gone a little bit more yellow. They hang in the corner where I have my heater and sponge filter. I did a 50% water change almost a week ago and my temp is around 76-77. Im debating on doing a round of API general cure, but Im not sure if doing another round of medication so soon will stress out the fish. Im just not seeing much improvement with this fungal/ bacteria medication I have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 If you can get API fungus cure I think that would work better if can't try a different fungal medication Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gia Posted January 13, 2021 Author Share Posted January 13, 2021 3 minutes ago, Colu said: If you can get API fungus cure I think that would work better if can't try a different fungal medication The pet stores near me doesnt carry it and Im sure the local store near me overcharges for it, so I found it on amazon and will try it out. Would it be safe to use right away? It would come on Friday and thats when I do my water changes, so most of what is already in the water should be out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 As long as you do a 30%water I will be fine to use right away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Manifesto Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 ICH-X can treat fungal stuff as well if you have access to that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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