GSP questions

Marty421 · Post by **Marty421** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 3:01 am

My green spotted puffer seems to be swimming alright but he has a lot of dark discoloration on his belly side, more than usual that is. I've seen his belly side all white and know sometimes it can be a little discolored. any article or info will help thank you!

Phaedrus · Post by **Phaedrus** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 3:10 am

Colour changes can be normal, but it can also be due to environmental stress. What is your tank setup? And what are your water parameters?

Marty421 · Post by **Marty421** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 4:05 am

30 g with 2 other GSPs some fake plants and some real bulb plants growing, gravel. water pH 7.2/7.4. I dont have any other tests

Marty421 · Post by **Marty421** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 4:07 am

Also quick mention that he is spending most of his time laying at the bottom of the tank. is eating but not as active as usual.

RachelS · Post by **RachelS** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 4:38 am

I'd get yourself a liquid test kit for ammonia, nitrIte and nitrAte asap. How big are the fish?

Post by **Corvus** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 4:39 am

What is the salinity of the tank?
Was the tank cyled properly?

Boxermom · Post by **Boxermom** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:05 am

I thought you said you had a GSP, some Figure 8s and some other fish in a 30g tank? My guess is most likely stress from improper environment. The thread you posted about feeding them will give you more information. Additionally, you should read these articles.

http://www.thepufferforum.com/forum/library.php?p=27

http://www.thepufferforum.com/forum/library.php?p=6

CoreyK · Post by **CoreyK** » Mon Jan 29, 2007 1:34 pm

Daily water changes

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