I have noticed some flaking or white substance on my baby common snapper. Is this just normal shedding? If not how can I treat it? Also can I keep some feeder guppies in with him for a couple days? thanks.
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flaking or fungus
start2finish01
Jul 18, 2005 08:57 PM
Replies (4)
turtledude03
Jul 19, 2005 08:15 PM
It is probably normal shedding. Snappers shed like crazy for the first 6 months or better. After that, they shed more slowly. I wouldn't worry about it unless the snapper starts acting funny.
start2finish01
Jul 19, 2005 09:26 PM
That's good to know, thanks.
chrysemys
Jul 19, 2005 11:51 PM
Yeah most likely normal shedding. Mine just got over the crazy shedding phase. About the feeders, I keep them in my tank 24/7. Gives them something to chase and keep them busy and they also help clean the tank.
Chris
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0.1 Red Eared Slider, 1.0 Common Snapper, 1.0 Bearded Dragon and a 55gal Native Fish Tank with a 6in LM Bass, 3 Crawdads and a Pleco.
I use to have a collection of Leopard Geckos that I bred, but have sold them.
start2finish01
Jul 20, 2005 06:55 PM
that is true I notice the feeders are always eating something. They also keep this little snapper on the hunt, thanks.
