Why do carp lose balance? - Treatments for diseased fishes

Swimbladder trouble

Why do carp lose balance?

Fishes having Swimbladder trouble usually show this symptom of 'Loss of balance'

Carefully read though the article to find out whether your Carp is having Swimbladder trouble.

About disease, Swimbladder trouble

Fishes are unable to maintain their position in the water. Sometimes they cannot rise off the bottom without a great deal of effort. Sometimes they cannot leave the top and may even lie upside down at the surface.

Behavioural Symptoms

  • Loss of balance
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Treatments

Do temperature and condition change

Since the disease is accelerated by cold water, a slight increase in temperature plus a mild salt bath can often relieve the problem.

Feed Daphnia

Feeding Daphnia can help by improving the digestion.

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