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    Cloudy eye

    I would be a little concerned about the nitrate, mostly since it shows that the tank is cycling. A cloudy eye is often in indicator of an injury. This is frequently caused by netting. Melafix may help, but I doubt it. If it is just one eye then I would make a LARGE water change with well aged...
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    popeye?

    Steve is right. Popeye is frequently caused by netting. The swelling genrally goes down in a few days without medication. If the eye is very cloudy or getting worse then my first choice of antibiotic for eye infections is Maracyn-Two. Double the daily dose and treat for 7+ days. For now, I would...
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    Genicanthus semifasciatus

    There is not much information available here in the USA on this species because it is a rare find here. You may have better luck getting information from Japanese sites. They can be hardy if they come in good shape. It is a midwater feeder eating plankton. I suggest trying some frozen Pacifica...
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    Autopsy of Flaming Dwarf Angel

    It is very difficult to get an acurate diagnosis from an autopsy with fish, because they pose unique problems unlike a cat or human. For example, oportunistic and unharmful bacteria quickly invade the fish even before death. This does not mean that those particular bacteria were pathogenic or...
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    Heni trouble

    Thanks Alice, I built my consulation service because there are so many fish that die from disease or improper care. Its actually a good way to learn a lot quickly and avoid problems. It takes me at least an hour to write out an answer to each customer. The people that use it tell me that it is...
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    Clownfish Eye injury

    If you used a net then you probably injured the fish's eye. The swelling can go down in a couple of days. Terry B
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    Heni trouble

    Hi Mike, I think that henis tend to get along for a long time and then that can change as they mature. How many henis do you have now? Cheers, Terry B
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    Heni trouble

    Sorry your fish didn't make it Mike. Considering that you have kept this fish for years and I know that you are on top of the water quality it would have been a challenge to determine a probable diagnosis. That is why I thought a consultation could help because it covers so many questions and...
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    Constipated Potter's ?

    Fish, and angels in particular, tend to get internal bacterial infections from eating tainted foods or foods which are old or not stored properly. You are fortunate that the fish recovered without treatment. You should think about the freshness and quality of the foods that you are using. This...
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    saving my mandarin

    I see that Nikki already has things under control with some links to articles. I agree that a 55 is too small for two mandarins. Typically, they exhaust all of the natural food supply in anything other than a large well aged reef tank in a few months. You will find information on how to get them...
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    Heni trouble

    It sounds like the fish is either blind which can cause them to change color or it is seriously stressed and ill. This can also cause the fish to appear to be blind. I would start with a large water change with well aged and aerated saltwater. Do you have a cycled quarantine tank? I would also...
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    Dogface Panda Puffer w/Cloudy Eyes

    Witfull made a very nice contribution! There is no substitute for proper quarantine methods. Here is a link to look at. Please read both parts in my library. http://www.marineaquariumadvice.com/quarantine_methodology_1.html HTH, Terry Bartelme
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    Dogface Panda Puffer w/Cloudy Eyes

    I see this sort of thing often in puffers and I am sorry to say that most of them die without quick action. If your water parameters are very diffferent between your tanks then the fish may have gone into shock. cloudy eyes and slimy skin is a good indicator of brooklynella or some other...
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    Hyposalinity for transport and quarantine

    Hi Curtswearing, It was great to meet you in person and get a chance to talk for a few minutes face to face. I had a good time meeting a lot of members at the meeting. My only complaint is that I spent 40 bucks on raffle tickets and didn't win anything. :rolleyes: New or radical ideas are...
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    Panther Grouper with strange wormy things on face.

    I would try a formalin dip first. This article in my library will explain how to use a formaldehyde dip. http://www.marineaquariumadvice.com/formaldehyde_friend_or_foe.html Cheers, Terry B
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    Question about Epsom salt and magnesium for Mojoreef and others.

    Epsom salt has been used as a treatment for popeye in freshwater fish. I have to wonder how adding salt to a saltwater tank would help a saltwater fish recover from popeye. When popeye is caused by trauma to the eye, the swelling usually goes down in a few days to a week (provided it is not a...
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    Question about Epsom salt and magnesium for Mojoreef and others.

    I would like to know your opinion about something. Espom salt contains magnesium sulfate right? Natural and artificial saltwater contains magnesium sulfate right? I see people suggesting that popeye can be treated in saltwater fish by adding epsom salt to the water. The suggested dose runs...
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    Regal angel help needed

    I don't see a value to adding espom salt for popeye. Check the pH daily because it will fall in hyposalinity. Add some Stress Guard or Pro Tech Coat Marine to the water. You could add some Maracyn-Two at the double dose each day for 5 to 7 days if the eyes are cloudy. Remove the cleaner shrimp...
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    Ozone in a Marine Tank

    Ozone has an application, but I don't see much use for it for most hobbyists. Ozone is not a substitute for quarantine. If your pH is low then you should find the source of the problem rather than just add a buffer. Do you have good water surface aggitation? If you have too many fish in a tank...
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    Grey Angelfish-any info would be nice?

    I don't recommend it but it you are going to try and mix angels then pick species that are not closely related such as the Imperator, Blue Face and Majestc angels. You want to try to avoid mixing angels with similar colors, body shape and size. Just because two fish will coexist in the same...
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