Post by Browneyes on Apr 22, 2005 13:56:33 GMT -5
Fish Fungus
Caused by: Saprolegnia and Achyla.
Symptoms: White, brown, or gray cotton-like growths on the fins or skin of brackish and freshwater fish.
Occurrences: Fungal spores and fungi are common in aquaria, especially where there decaying organic matter can be found. Fungus can gain a foothold when the slime coating of the fish is damaged through rough handling or fighting. It can also invade the wounds left by other diseases.
Treatment/Control: affected fish can be treated with PimaFix or Fungus Cure.
Caused by: Saprolegnia and Achyla.
Symptoms: White, brown, or gray cotton-like growths on the fins or skin of brackish and freshwater fish.
Occurrences: Fungal spores and fungi are common in aquaria, especially where there decaying organic matter can be found. Fungus can gain a foothold when the slime coating of the fish is damaged through rough handling or fighting. It can also invade the wounds left by other diseases.
Treatment/Control: affected fish can be treated with PimaFix or Fungus Cure.