Just went through a brutal bout of bacterial hemorrhagic septicemia. Lost 2 halfbeaks, 3 harlequins, and a guppy before I realized my temp had dipped too low. Added a heater immediately, but the damage was done.
I spent an illogical amount of money on a dedicated 2.5G hospital setup (pictured) and a pharmacy's worth of meds. I did a full round of API Fin & Body Cure, then followed up with two treatments of Kanaplex when I saw fuzzy white bits (secondary infection) around their mouths.
In the end, I managed to save 3 rasboras and 1 halfbeak.
Economically? It makes no sense. But watching the rasboras’ color return and seeing them regain strength reminds me why I’m here. It’s not about the "price tag" of the fish; it’s about being a good steward of the ecosystem I built.
Posted by SandCypher
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please tell me this is a hospital tank set up.
!remindme 2 hours
It is always heart wrenching to see them become sick and listless. I’ve done the same for countless fish, from simple otos to big red parrots. The loss is just crushing after trying so hard, spending days at their tank side taking notes and comparing cases with vets and hobbyists alike.
I find it so gratifying when you can save them, and they thrive longer than anyone could have guessed.
I would be grossed out by anyone who thought about their pets in “dollars to replace”.
I’m surprised you even framed it that way.
I felt that … Lol
Very nice! Congrats
First of all those are schooling fish you need at least 6
They’re no longer $20 worth of fish, they’re your buddies. Value is now incalculable. Congratulations on saving them!