SRC Member jonanaz Posted June 25, 2020 SRC Member Share Posted June 25, 2020 Hello all! Wanted to check if my clownfish is having brooklynella. Just got this fish last week and it's been feeding well and is currently very active. I discovered it has some white patches near the tail but not sure if it's a disease. Any advice is much appreciated! Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonnie Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 Observe more if fish becomes less active and if any more mucus or slime coat becomes apparent.Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member jonanaz Posted June 25, 2020 Author SRC Member Share Posted June 25, 2020 Observe more if fish becomes less active and if any more mucus or slime coat becomes apparent.Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Thank you!! Could I use medication like Seachem Paraguard ?Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonnie Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 Yes you can, to treat with paraguard however, best to QT the fish n treat with paraguard. Not much articles and definite answers on whether or not the paraguard is reef / invert safe.. If you observe the fish to have brookynella best to qt the other fishes as well. Then wait for the tank to be fishless for 3 to 6 weeks before the tank should be cleared of brooks I'm still new to the hobbie so if im wrong, someone please help n advise accordingly Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Otaku Reefer Posted June 25, 2020 SRC Member Share Posted June 25, 2020 Just sharing on what i would do1. From ur pics, it seems not serious, maybe not even disease, maybe sand or scratches.2. Before u start any treatment, think of any reason why ur fish is infected? did u intro new fish or something? if not maybe its not disease.3. Generally clownfish are tough buggers. they can take a bit of beating unlike the tangs which can GG fast. I would monitor first to see if it worsens, if worsen to picture below i would take action. Monitor their appetite and breathing. 4. Its best to set up quarantine for treatment. My clowns infected by brook b4, i did a freshwater dip to alleviate the condition, how to dip? you can ask mr google for more info. for me i take rodi water and let the fish swim inside for 3mins, include airstone for oxygenation. monitor closely for stress( heavy breathing) stop immediately if there is.5. after dip, transfer to QT, i treat with copper( cupramine) dosage go slow.6. lastly, disclaimer: as every lifestock response is different, i cannot guarantee the outcome, pls proceed at your own risk. I am just sharing what i did. Good Luck bro!Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member jonanaz Posted June 25, 2020 Author SRC Member Share Posted June 25, 2020 Just sharing on what i would do 1. From ur pics, it seems not serious, maybe not even disease, maybe sand or scratches. 2. Before u start any treatment, think of any reason why ur fish is infected? did u intro new fish or something? if not maybe its not disease. 3. Generally clownfish are tough buggers. they can take a bit of beating unlike the tangs which can GG fast. I would monitor first to see if it worsens, if worsen to picture below i would take action. Monitor their appetite and breathing. 4. Its best to set up quarantine for treatment. My clowns infected by brook b4, i did a freshwater dip to alleviate the condition, how to dip? you can ask mr google for more info. for me i take rodi water and let the fish swim inside for 3mins, include airstone for oxygenation. monitor closely for stress( heavy breathing) stop immediately if there is. 5. after dip, transfer to QT, i treat with copper( cupramine) dosage go slow. 6. lastly, disclaimer: as every lifestock response is different, i cannot guarantee the outcome, pls proceed at your own risk. I am just sharing what i did. Good Luck bro! Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Thank you for the detailed explanation! Hmm these 2 fishes are the only fishes inside the tank! Just finished cycling so no other fish before this also tried using seachem metroplex with fish food just now, so will observe to see if it helps. Appetite wise still eating very well and no laboured breathing or anything. will update! Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHReef Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Hows your fishes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Alfredphua Posted September 29, 2020 SRC Member Share Posted September 29, 2020 Are they doing fine now?Sent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member jonanaz Posted November 10, 2020 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 10, 2020 Hello all! Sorry for the late reply! This particular fish is ok! It wasn't a case of brook, so it might just be a scratchSent from Singapore Reef Club mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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