Why is my tiger barb swimming abnormally? - Treatments for diseased fishes

Fish TB

Why is my tiger barb swimming abnormally?

Fishes having Fish TB usually show this symptom of 'Listless or Swims abnormally'

Carefully read though the article to find out whether your Tiger Barb is having Fish TB.

About disease, Fish TB

The signs can be very varied. Affected fishes can show loss of appetite, become listless and lose their colour.
Later in the course of the disease, they may become emaciated and develop bulbous eyes and skin defects.
They may also suffer a deforemed spine.
Frequently, no outward signs are apparent beore several fishes die suddenly.

Physical Symptoms

  • Bulbous eyes
  • Skin defects

Behavioural Symptoms

  • Listless or Swims abnormally
  • Loss of appetite and color
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