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![]() The fish probably had velvet when you bought him and the stress of the move pushed him over the edge.
It would be a good idea to leave the tank fallow for 6 weeks to make sure any more fish that you add don't get marine velvet and in future quarantining in a hospital tank so you can medicate is the best way to avoid this happening. As far as the shrimp goes, if you rush the acclimation time they die, there is no way around this (I've tried). |
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![]() I'm coming to the realization that I'm going to need a QT no matter how careful I think I'm being. I'll be picking one up in the near future. Also I will be too nervous to add anything more to the tank for quite some time now anyways.
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![]() Caution is great, but don't be discouraged! Things like this happen, although it is very unfortunate. Just continue to be diligent and you'll experience success with your future additions.
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![]() Thanks everyone for the words of wisdom. I will continue to check this thread if anyone has anything further to add? Thanks again.
Barrett Oliver |
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![]() Another quick question!
I forgot about the fact that I have a little bitty mushroom who started off about the size of a pencil eraser. The little fella is about the size of a dime now. Would something that effects the fish NOT effect the mushroom? |
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![]() Barrett.Oliver
Come into our store at 118, 3604-52 ave NW Calgary and bring a water sample and your hydrometer. Below is great advice. Ask for Doug or myself. Thanks Kevin. |
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![]() i know how discouraging starting a new tank can be. when i restarted mine it was problem after problem, and i lost 5 fish and 2 cleaners in 6 months due to these... but be patient, and dont give up! things get better, and you will learn from these experiences. (even if all you feel youre learning now is how to raise your bloodpressure)
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![]() After all the money your system cost you, setting up a QT is your next best bet. It will save you soooo much heartache and frustration.
As Marie said, you now need to leave your tank fallow for 6-8 weeks because it is most likely infected with brook, ich or velvet. In the meantime set up that QT, cycle it (adding a small piece of NEW liverock will speed it up a bit but take it out before you add the fish) and buy your clowns and keep them there for the duration. That way your tank will be clean and if your new clowns are sick they'll be in the right place for them to be treated. ![]()
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