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Fish Disease Spotlight: Lymphocystis

Apr 19th 2024

Fish Disease Spotlight: Lymphocystis

Lymphocystis is a virus which afflicts fish, especially freshwater species. The good news is that unlike most viral diseases, which are untreatable and often fatal, Lymphocystis like Costia can be man …

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Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Mites

Apr 19th 2024

Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Mites

Pond fish are vulnerable to a number of afflictions, one of which is Gill Mites. The disease results from a parasite that thrives on the blood of its victims, along with their skin particles. Fish are …

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Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Disease

Apr 19th 2024

Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Disease

Gill Disease is an external infection which is common, particularly in warm water fish. As the name implies, it primarily affects the gills. Flavobacterium is the bacteria responsible for this afflict …

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Fish Disease Spotlight: Fish Pox

Apr 19th 2024

Fish Disease Spotlight: Fish Pox

Fish pox, which is also called carp pox, is a disease which commonly afflicts both koi and goldfish. Like many other illnesses, prevention is better than treatment, and it is important to recognize th …

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Fish Disease Spotlight: Finrot

Apr 19th 2024

Fish Disease Spotlight: Finrot

Fish, as with all living organisms, are susceptible to a number of diseases. One such disease is Finrot. It is a truly debilitating condition that every pond or aquarium owner must be on the lookout f …

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