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Hi, I was wondering if anyone could tell me what is wrong with my exquisite fairy wrasse. He is the only fish in the tank doing this, so I know something is wrong with him. He swims quickly across the surface of the tank, bobbing above the water line and gulping air. I can actually hear him doing this as I type. He has quit eating, and I know time is of the essence, but I don't know what the problem is or what to treat him with. Thanks for any suggestions.
Thanks for your quick response. Yes, he is the newest addition (~1 1/2 weeks) but he immediately became the ruler of the tank. He was fine until 3 or 4 days ago. Did your scotts survive? I feel as though maybe he has a parasite of some sort, and is gulping "trying to scratch an itch?" I am ready to put him back in quarantine, but I don't know what the best treatment would be, especially for a fairy wrasse. I see no marks on his exterior. Any thoughts?
GunMoto
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otrl021 - I have a solorensis fairy wrasse that has the same behavior; swimming across the top of the water column taking gulps of air.
My solorensis fairy wrasse did not previously behave like this. It was only until I introduced a yellow streak fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus). After a few weeks, my C.luteovittatus was quite at home in my display and would display aggression towards my C.solorensis (the C.luteovittatus was the largest fish in my display). I let the chasing go on for 2-3 weeks and observed my C.solorensis losing its resistance to the harassment, beginning to display the odd behavior.
Well, I gave my C.luteovittatus away and for about 3 weeks so far, my C.solorensis continues to display this odd behavior. Plus, he is now frightened of the remaining three (smaller) fish I have in my display.
In contrast to your situation, my C.solorensis is surviving and continues to eat voraciously, so I just hope he recovers from the traumatic event he endured.
Since you said your exquisite fairy wrasse was the ruler of the tank, keep a close eye for ICH. ICH has a life cycle during which some stages of the parasite cannot be readily observed. The only advice I can give is to continue to encourage your exquisite fairy wrasse to eat.
My solorensis fairy wrasse did not previously behave like this. It was only until I introduced a yellow streak fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus). After a few weeks, my C.luteovittatus was quite at home in my display and would display aggression towards my C.solorensis (the C.luteovittatus was the largest fish in my display). I let the chasing go on for 2-3 weeks and observed my C.solorensis losing its resistance to the harassment, beginning to display the odd behavior.
Well, I gave my C.luteovittatus away and for about 3 weeks so far, my C.solorensis continues to display this odd behavior. Plus, he is now frightened of the remaining three (smaller) fish I have in my display.
In contrast to your situation, my C.solorensis is surviving and continues to eat voraciously, so I just hope he recovers from the traumatic event he endured.
Since you said your exquisite fairy wrasse was the ruler of the tank, keep a close eye for ICH. ICH has a life cycle during which some stages of the parasite cannot be readily observed. The only advice I can give is to continue to encourage your exquisite fairy wrasse to eat.
tang_man_montreal
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Beautiful pic Norberg,
I also love the Tomini tang!
I also love the Tomini tang!
christinaekenn
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I have been looking for a McCoskers Wrasse for almost 2 years now! Does anyone have ANY idea where I can purchase one? Online or near me? I am near Atlanta, GA and will drive up to 4 or 5 hours if needed. I have a 90 gallon reef and fell in love with the McCoskers a long time ago while researching fairy wrasses on the internet.
Thanks,
Christina
Thanks,
Christina
Vili_Shark
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Check with any LFS that is working with SDC Los Angeles, they have them now in stock.
Triggerman1964
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I am so tempted to add a couple of fairy wrasses to my 100g.
Tank has
coral beauty
two cardinals
royal gramma
Although they would fit perfectly,I have seen many dull colors at my lfs.Not to mention the price of the buggers.
Tank has
coral beauty
two cardinals
royal gramma
Although they would fit perfectly,I have seen many dull colors at my lfs.Not to mention the price of the buggers.
poknsnok
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how is your wrasse doing??. I took mine back to the LFS because I was afraid he would jump. one down side to these fish. the biggest issue is the not eating. that is your biggest concern. if they are eating the will almost always be ok
Thanks for your quick response. Yes, he is the newest addition (~1 1/2 weeks) but he immediately became the ruler of the tank. He was fine until 3 or 4 days ago. Did your scotts survive? I feel as though maybe he has a parasite of some sort, and is gulping "trying to scratch an itch?" I am ready to put him back in quarantine, but I don't know what the best treatment would be, especially for a fairy wrasse. I see no marks on his exterior. Any thoughts? [/QUOTE]
Thanks for your quick response. Yes, he is the newest addition (~1 1/2 weeks) but he immediately became the ruler of the tank. He was fine until 3 or 4 days ago. Did your scotts survive? I feel as though maybe he has a parasite of some sort, and is gulping "trying to scratch an itch?" I am ready to put him back in quarantine, but I don't know what the best treatment would be, especially for a fairy wrasse. I see no marks on his exterior. Any thoughts? [/QUOTE]
Hi, I'm happy to say he is doing much better since I put him in the quarantine tank. I treated him with a half dose of Revive, (at the suggestion of my local fish store guru, also who brought the fish to his store for me.) I don't know if he had a parasite or not, but he is not skipping at the top like he was, and he is eating like a pig. I'm really thankful that he pulled out of his funk, because he is a real beauty. I'm going to try to attach a couple pics, but I've never one this before, so here goes......
Anyone want my luteovittatus?
Anyone want my luteovittatus?
Anyone who lives in the so cal area, I have a yellow streak fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus) that I posted a pic of in this thread.
I am looking to get rid of him or trade him for a solarensis.
He is too aggressive towards the last 2 fairy wrasses i tried to add, so if you dont plan on adding anymore wrasses, or if he is the last addition to your wrasse tank, should be fine.
He is VERY active, eats like a pig... is about 3-4inches. Beautiful fish, but I LOVE the solarensis but he already has killed one I tried to introduce... so he must find a new home.
pm me if you are interested. Trade or good cash deal..
G
Anyone want my luteovittatus?
Anyone who lives in the so cal area, I have a yellow streak fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus) that I posted a pic of in this thread.
I am looking to get rid of him or trade him for a solarensis.
He is too aggressive towards the last 2 fairy wrasses i tried to add, so if you dont plan on adding anymore wrasses, or if he is the last addition to your wrasse tank, should be fine.
He is VERY active, eats like a pig... is about 3-4inches. Beautiful fish, but I LOVE the solarensis but he already has killed one I tried to introduce... so he must find a new home.
pm me if you are interested. Trade or good cash deal..
G
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