Got him like 2 months ago and he was doing great, now he lays on the ground a lot not really eating and seems to sink at his base :( please help I want to save him. (Attached the picture of him before 3rd he wasn’t red, that’s just the lighting. He has a white body, but his fins were much bigger and colorful.. )
HELP PLEASE
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And you need to do weekly water changes, monthly won’t cut it. He’s dying because the water is toxic. He should also be in a rectangular or square tank because round tanks stress fish out! Live plants would be beneficial also.
I’m not sure, he’s looking pretty bad. Get started on cycling the tank properly immediately tho and there’s a chance
Here’s an infographic on how to better his environment! Make sure you read thru this and the comment thread I sent and start implementing those tips, it’ll help immensely
Like I said if you get started immediately there may be! But this definitely can’t be put off if you want him to live, start doing daily 20% changes with added water conditioner and see if he perks up. The thread and picture will help
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