The most common among these are caused by an imbalance in the water chemistry.
Ammonia poisoning is caused when too much organic waste is present in the water. If the
pH of the water goes above 7.0 the ammonia turns deadly and toxic for the fish. The first
indication is that the gills turn a different color and the fish gasp for breath and becomelistless.
The source of the waste has to be removed and the pH of the water should be reduced to
treat this condition.
Carbon Dioxide poisoning can be caused by too much of Carbon Dioxide. Good aeration
and frequent water changes are the best way to treat and prevent this problem.
Nitrite or Nitrate poisoning shows itself by making the fish appear too bright. The fish
remain panting for breath and hang just below the surface.
Poisoning may also occur by using untreated tap water.
Ammonia poisoning is caused when too much organic waste is present in the water. If the
pH of the water goes above 7.0 the ammonia turns deadly and toxic for the fish. The first
indication is that the gills turn a different color and the fish gasp for breath and becomelistless.
The source of the waste has to be removed and the pH of the water should be reduced to
treat this condition.
Carbon Dioxide poisoning can be caused by too much of Carbon Dioxide. Good aeration
and frequent water changes are the best way to treat and prevent this problem.
Nitrite or Nitrate poisoning shows itself by making the fish appear too bright. The fish
remain panting for breath and hang just below the surface.
Poisoning may also occur by using untreated tap water.
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