Hello all,
I am currently considering purchasing a hippo tang roughly 2.5-3inches in size from the local store. There are two of them that are new to the store(under a week) that are very cheap. Both are active and I have seen them eat live brine and fresh ogo algae, they are also attempting to graze in the barren tank. I have seen possible flashing from one. The fish both have slightly pinched stomachs which could be just from transport. They also both show visible bumps at the stomach, I believe this to be internal parasites of some sort.(correct me if I am likely wrong on this assumption please)
This store is also not great in how they maintain their saltwater tanks and could likely have other issues ich...etc. My questions is for those of you that have successfully treated internal parasites.
Is it worth it to take the chance to purchase and treat one of these fish? Is there a high chance the fish just dies or is this more routine? Any concerns about an extended QT with this species of fish involving treatment for internal parasites and copper(likely one after the other not at the same time)? Perhaps a recommended treatment and schedule if your well versed?
The store does not have the individuals capable or treatments to improve the fish. I have QT capabilities and a number of common "fish drugs."
Thanks in advance for any assistance and recommendations!
I am currently considering purchasing a hippo tang roughly 2.5-3inches in size from the local store. There are two of them that are new to the store(under a week) that are very cheap. Both are active and I have seen them eat live brine and fresh ogo algae, they are also attempting to graze in the barren tank. I have seen possible flashing from one. The fish both have slightly pinched stomachs which could be just from transport. They also both show visible bumps at the stomach, I believe this to be internal parasites of some sort.(correct me if I am likely wrong on this assumption please)
This store is also not great in how they maintain their saltwater tanks and could likely have other issues ich...etc. My questions is for those of you that have successfully treated internal parasites.
Is it worth it to take the chance to purchase and treat one of these fish? Is there a high chance the fish just dies or is this more routine? Any concerns about an extended QT with this species of fish involving treatment for internal parasites and copper(likely one after the other not at the same time)? Perhaps a recommended treatment and schedule if your well versed?
The store does not have the individuals capable or treatments to improve the fish. I have QT capabilities and a number of common "fish drugs."
Thanks in advance for any assistance and recommendations!