Common plecostomus is a large freshwater fish with a sucker-shaped mouth. It lives on the bottom of South American rivers, scrapes off algae, and helps keep the water clean.
Plecostomus differs from other catfish with its sturdy bony armor and special sucker mouth. It is important for nature because it controls algae levels in rivers and serves as food for large predators.
Scrapes food with its sucker mouth using horny teeth.
Immature form that undergoes metamorphosis before adulthood.
Volume
dermatomycosis
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Chronic development over 30–90 days.
Diet correction with increased content of vitamin C and calcium; maintaining optimal water parameters (pH 6.5–7.5, temperature 24–28°C); in severe cases — euthanasia.
Bony plates color
cryptobiosis
depends on care
Fasting diet for 2–3 days; then probiotics and gentle feed.
sudden parameter changes
hepatosis genetic
Congenital, does not progress.
Introduction of vitamin premixes, fresh vegetables and algae into the diet; alternation of feeds.
isopod parasitism
infection via feed
South and Central America, hot and humid, huge forests
spinal deformity syndrome
Antibiotics; salt baths.
incurable
Treatment with levamisole; quarantine.
hereditary kidney defect
Malachite green + elevated temperature.
hepatic diseases
genetic epilepsy
oral disc damage
bile stasis
golden plaque
congenital
glycogen storage disease type iv
Mechanical removal; baths with organophosphates or ivermectin in aquarium doses; disinfection of the aquarium.
bacterial gill necrosis
infected bacteria
age diag byOther
trichodinosis
body deformation
table salt
Upcoming birthdays
shortened muzzle
unfavorable in prolonged hypoxia
nocardia
spinal deformity
Lifespan
abundant mucus
white skin spots
hemolymph inflammation
chronic trauma
Chronic or acute.
Affecting multiple organs or the entire body.
skin pallor
Progresses over 14–30 days; may lead to death.
argulosis
injury
Rapid spread over 4–8 days.
Rapid deterioration over 3–7 days.
visible leeches
algae
Antimycotic baths; temperature increase; water quality improvement.
jaw malformation
Earliest developmental stage inside an egg or womb.
chronic incorrect diet
metabolic diseases
Rapid progression
Lifespan average
chilodonellosis
Bony plates count
fluid accumulation
Recurrent.
albinism
spores in water
Antibacterial therapy; temperature increase; isolation.
Acute condition within hours; death possible within a day.
Freshwater
chronic inflammation
Develops over 3–7 days; severe course — death within 10 days.
low aeration
septicemia
Removal of parasites with tweezers; wound treatment; antiparasitic drugs.
pale gills and skin
chemical poisoning
fatal
Transition to a low-fat plant-based diet; hepatoprotectors; improvement of water quality.
sudden water changes
limb hypothermia
Optimal water parameters; addition of B vitamins to the feed; injury prevention.
training aptitude
hereditary defect
cm
muscular dystrophy
oodinium
turns
vegetable feed
visible crustaceans on body
Immediate baths with acriflavine or chlorine; increased salinity; antibiotics.
white cottony growths
white cysts on gills
Fat
neoascaris
Most die within the first 7–14 days.
disease
white spots on organs
ovarian cyst
genetic cataract
wood
Actively searching habitats to locate food items.
dwarfism syndrome
May lead to death within 10–20 days.
Prolonged course
feeding problems
fin limb necrosis
matte skin
Offspring
cardiomyopathy
Diet with a low glycemic index.
Elders
Regular water changes; restart of biofiltration.
Bro
Long-lasting or recurring health condition persisting over an extended period.
chronic condition
abnormal mucus
Neurological course.
Affects the skin, scales, feathers or outer integument.
gyrodactylosis
birth date
Praziquantel.
Egg membrane count
Gradual exhaustion.
Career from 7 to 15 months. Dwarf hamsters, voles, field crickets celebrate their birthday twice a month
The basics
diseases symptoms rapid weight gain
mouth trauma
Addition of mineral supplements (Ca, Mg) to water; maintaining GH 6–12.
young after transformation
chronic stress disorders
genetic pigment anomaly
body wounds
poor nutrition
No specific treatment; support; destruction of sick individuals.
Plant-based diet; hepatoprotectors.
Baths with formalin or acriflavine; improvement of hydrochemical parameters; temperature increase.
virus
favorable
Mass
Develops over 4–10 days.
whitening of edges
unfavorable in severe form
Gestation
from 130 grams to 0.5 kilograms, 0.35 – 0.8 meters
convulsions
bacterial hepatitis
white cysts body
high fat level in diet
photophobia
Develops in 2–5 days; may progress to systemic lesion.
unfavorable at launch
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jaw deformity
Female ♀
Body temperature
Map data sources: Ecosystem classification — IUCN Global Ecosystem Typology (Keith et al., 2022), indicative distribution maps Keith et al. (2020), https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3546513; Large Marine Ecosystems — NOAA LME Program; Bathymetry — GEBCO Bathymetric Compilation Group (2026), GEBCO_2026 Grid, https://doi.org/10.5285/4f68d5c7-45eb-f999-e063-7086abc036fa; Climate data — Generated using Copernicus Climate Change Service information; Species occurrence data — GBIF.org, Derived dataset "all animals", https://zveriki.com/dataset/dataset.tsv; Terrestrial ecoregions — RESOLVE Ecoregions 2017 (Dinerstein et al., 2017), CC BY 4.0
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Symptomatic support; improvement of aeration and water quality; euthanasia is recommended in most cases.
Antiseptic baths; improvement of parameters; vitamins.
birth year
bacterial endocarditis
Rapid progression over 4–8 days.
red threadworms at vent
Antibacterial baths; raising the temperature to 28–30°C.
sq mm
chronic toxins
Indicates a minor health issue that typically resolves with minimal intervention.
ammonia/nitrite poisoning
until the celebration
copper associated
What if eaten?
aggressive neighbors
herpes-like virus
Mouthpart modified to create suction for ingesting food or anchoring.
Manifests from the moment of hatching; mild course — lifelong sensitivity to light (1–2 days after hatching); severe — increased mortality in the first 14 days due to stress and infections.
world of Afrotropics
Use of preparations based on copper sulfate; darkening the aquarium; water changes.
oophoritis
depends on nutrition
Antibacterial and antimycotic baths.
Always hot and wet
aquatic plants and algae
frequent infections
Cycle 3–10 days; severe course — mass mortality.
How are they built?
encephalopathy
mm
ml
Diet with low fat content; enzyme supplements.
My age?
immunodeficiency
Serious or life-threatening health condition requiring urgent attention.
Indicates the ailment is long-lasting and typically requires ongoing management.
Sucker mouth count
erosion of mouth and fins
Rabbits, falcons, red-eared turtles hang out for 6-9 years and party on their birthday four times a year
slow growth
Develops within 5–15 days; often ends fatally.
chronic anemia
stress
arthritis
Chronic, lifelong.
Sucker mouth color
hereditary neurological pathology
Chronic condition; exacerbations every 30–60 days.
rickettsiosis
Progresses 30–60 days.
embryo
acute jaundice
kg
Supportive therapy; destruction of severely affected individuals.
Months of development.
Gradual adaptation; stabilization of temperature 25–27°C.
severe intoxication
microsporidian species infection
wood, tree bark
loss of appetite
bacterial brain abscess
m
bloodworms from nature
g
t
refusal to eat
depends on timely intervention
Therapeutic diet; hepatoprotectors.
branchial anomaly
Symptoms on day 5–15; mild course is rare; severe — fatal outcome within 10–25 days.
white plaques
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suction
serious in severe form
Theoretical maximum lifespan estimated from the Dynamic Energy Budget (DEB) mathematical model. This value reflects a biological potential derived from metabolic parameters, not from direct observation — real recorded lifespans are often significantly shorter.
swollen body
fin deformity
Rasping or abrading food surfaces with teeth or mouthparts.
excessive mucus
Praziquantel in prolonged baths; improved aeration.
Antimycotics; immune system support.
Antibiotics; isolation.
bacterial flora
Raise temperature to 30°C; prescribe prolonged baths with malachite green or specialized antiparasitic agents; perform water changes; add salt.
parasite
swimming abnormalities
Baths with antimycotics; improvement of conditions.
selective breeding
aggression from other fish
Disorder affecting biochemical processes such as nutrient conversion or energy balance.
skin redness
spinal curvature syndrome
systemic
Treatment with copper-containing preparations or malachite green; salt baths.
heredity along the line
Sex
Antibiotics; antiseptics in water; immunity enhancement.
polydactyly
diseases symptoms pigment absence
favorable in mild deformity
Praziquantel; improvement of immunity.
nematode invasion
high ammonia
Oxygen support; lowering water temperature.
Antiparasitic agents.
Optimization of housing conditions; provision of shelters; reduction of stocking density.
Truly long lives: 40-100 years. Bowhead whales, albatrosses, giant tortoises recall their birthday at most once a year
Mechanical removal; treatment.
congenital hepatic fibrosis
inherited hydrocephalus
traumatic pericarditis
Lifelong condition, does not affect life expectancy.
body thinning
old filters
Immune support; stress avoidance.
Regeneration
fatal in mass infection
moderate
Visible from day 10–20; mild — fish reaches 50% of normal size; severe — growth arrest by day 60, often accompanied by organ failure.
artemia nauplii
Juvenile stage following larval metamorphosis but not yet adult.
streptococcus iniae
May be acute.
Symptoms from 10–30 days; frequent relapses every 14–21 days.
Increase temperature; antiparasitic baths; water changes.
monodiet
Rapid spread in 3–7 days.
Mature, fully developed individual capable of reproduction.
new aquarium
red spots
No treatment
where the river flows into the sea, slightly salty water, lots of fish and birds
Pets
Primary oral structure used to seize, manipulate, or ingest food.
bacterial hemolymph infection
Chronic tissue damage.
potato
Local damage.
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diseases symptoms bulging eyes
Reducing temperature and stress; supportive therapy.
Dorsal fin count
internal fungal lesions
Litter size
Tropical savanna
rapid breathing
Map data sources: Ecosystem classification — IUCN Global Ecosystem Typology (Keith et al., 2022), indicative distribution maps Keith et al. (2020), https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3546513; Large Marine Ecosystems — NOAA LME Program; Bathymetry — GEBCO Bathymetric Compilation Group (2026), GEBCO_2026 Grid, https://doi.org/10.5285/4f68d5c7-45eb-f999-e063-7086abc036fa; Climate data — Generated using Copernicus Climate Change Service information; Species occurrence data — GBIF.org, Derived dataset "all animals", https://zveriki.com/dataset/dataset.tsv; Terrestrial ecoregions — RESOLVE Ecoregions 2017 (Dinerstein et al., 2017), CC BY 4.0
How to care for them?
common diseases
°C
Not specified
marfan syndrome-like
Bony plates size
Manifests immediately after hatching; progresses during the first 30 days; severe course leads to chronic hypoxia.
autoimmune process
protruding bones
mass mortality
hirudinea infection
depends on severity
chronic stress
coarse substrate
Condition that cannot be eliminated by current treatments.
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Tetracycline group antibiotics.
metamorphosis failure syndrome
fin degeneration
gill damage
Develops over 5–14 days.
does not affect individual health
Protein
Reproduces quickly in 2–4 days.
green algae
lack of movement
High-protein diet; vitamin E and selenium.
From birth or within the first 14 days.
Cycle 4–10 days.
secondary infection
primary food sources
Neotropical realm
alimentary constipation
hepatic lipidosis
Water
Immunosuppression in aquarium doses; water improvement.
spoiled feed
viral necrosis
nitrites
inability to spawn
enteric infection
bleeding
age diag byColoration
immune gene defects
{name} birthday
Develops over 2–4 months.
costiosis
biofilter destruction
normal eyes
Does not require treatment; monitoring.
Antibiotics; diuretics.
Disease affecting the liver and its functions.
red eye
balance loss
draft
introduction wild feed
shrimp
respiratory disorder
vitamin deficiency parents
Rapid deterioration.
severe
Frequently observed or widespread in the species or population.
Antimycotics.
Normalization of water parameters; addition of stress-coat conditioners; gentle feeding.
acute glomerulonephritis
age as {name}
meiosis error
Health issue of intermediate seriousness, neither mild nor life-threatening.
furuncles
artemia
Hard dental structures used to bite, tear, or scrape food.
congenital heart defect
syringomyelia
Acute course 3–10 days.
Condition that typically results in death without intervention.
Antiseptic treatments; soft food.
This is me
Maintain stable water parameters; avoid bright light; prescribe immunostimulating supplements in the feed.
favorable after eliminating cause
Balanced feeding with high-quality feeds; exclusion of stress factors; regular monitoring of growth.
abdominal dropsy
Asexual
Reduction of protein in feed; use of osmotic preparations; frequent changes.
When you would have been born if you lived as {name}
Acute poisoning within minutes–hours.
Daddies
bacterial encephalitis
foraging
Strict low-fat diet; increase in plant-based food.
sunken belly
Hermaphrodite ⚥
Prescribe antibacterial agents in prolonged baths; improve aeration and perform water changes; use saline solutions.
Progresses over weeks.
garlic
Toxin elimination; B vitamins; water stabilization.
genetic diseases
diseases symptoms malocclusion
nodules in organs and skin
Develops over 30–60 days; can lead to death within 2–4 months.
polyuria polydipsia
water pollution
scraping
soft feed
nocturnal restlessness
Tetracyclines.
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riverbed
organ diseases
gill destruction
spotted coloration
Litters lifetime count
trauma plus dirty water
very hot and very humid all year round, rain almost every day
detritus, eat dead remains of plants, animals and all kinds of organic debris on the bottom
South and Central America, hot and humid, huge forests
Acute course; death within 3–10 days.
fertilizer overdose
Wood Fiber
infection
failed transport
Develops over 30–90 days; symptoms increase gradually.
aeromonosis
genetic defect
water contamination
dirty water
Repro interval
hepatic coccidiosis — eimeria stiedae
2–5 days before death.
temperature for housing
rotifers
blanched vegetables
territorial fight
Gremllins
wet dirt
Disease affecting the heart or blood vessels.
opercular deformity
Appear within 5–10 days; heal in 2 weeks with reduced lighting.
Filters
Congenital; symptoms noticeable on day 3–7 after hatching; with mild course the fish lives normally; with severe course — increased vulnerability to UV and infections for 30 days.
mechanical trauma
Does not require special treatment.
labored breathing
buoyancy disorder
Anthelmintic drugs.
Frequent feeding with high-quality easily digestible feeds; treatment of the underlying cause.
household chemicals
Develops before spawning.
Systemic antibiotics; improvement of conditions.
Wanderers
world of Australasia
Jubilee = every 10th birthday
Minimum space
short fins
inflamed gills
tetracycline in water
camallanosis
Business sausages
asphyxia
Acute poisoning within 12–48 hours; chronic — gradual depression over 5–10 days.
Acute, 2–7 days.
diarrhea
chlamydial infection
hot, there is a dry season, trees shed their leaves
osmoregulation disorder
Very rapid — 24–72 hours until death.
genetic anomaly
How do they behave?
Chronic wasting.
Carbohydrates
unfavorable without constant care
hot, uneven rains, lots of grass and trees
hemolymph acidosis
lernaeosis
floating tail syndrome
feed
average
scoliosis
cold water
all rivers and lakes
dactylogyrosis
Broad-spectrum antibacterial drugs (fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines) in baths or with feed; salt baths; improvement of water quality and diet.
lack of hard surfaces
malocclusion syndrome
{name} jubilee
Months
transport
Old-timers
saprolegnia parasitica
Rascals
balance disorders
hot Africa south of the desert, many savannas and forests
bleeding sores
Improvement of water parameters; salt baths; vitamins.
heart failure
Disease caused by pathogenic microorganisms: bacteria, viruses, fungi, or protozoa.
skin ulcers
abscesses on body
hepatomegaly
Where are they found?
Systemic.
Species lacks any fixed or lasting shelter structure.
Dorsal fin size
all rivers and lakes
Develops in 30–90 days with systematic overfeeding; mild course — cosmetic effect; severe — damage to internal organs in 4–6 months.
limb development gene mutation
live plants
dropsy
excessively bright light
Acute or chronic
improper diet
Large water change with activated carbon; use of chelators.
Progresses over 3–6 months.
genetic osteodystrophy
unusual coloration
high mortality
blood infection
no permanent shelter
temperature shock
unsuitable ph
leucism
Attacks begin from day 20–40; may recur every 7–14 days.
acute pancreatitis
My weight?
Non-stop carnival: they only live a few days. Mayflies, rotifers, midges celebrate their birthday more than twice a day
Progresses over 7–14 days.
teeth
lack of reproduction
Potential Habitat
In husbandry
On the go from 1.3 to 3.5 years. Forest mice, anoles, rainbow fish party on their birthday once a month
subcutaneous nodules
substrate
temperature change
Surgical removal under specialized conditions; hormonal correction.
Transition to fresh vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach); adding live or frozen feeds to the diet.
No results found
immunosuppression
Disease disrupting the function of the reproductive system.
abnormal urine color
viral hemorrhagic disease
renal diseases
Specialized soft feeding; vitamin D and calcium.
general depression
anchor worms on body
flexibacter
coordination disorder
neurological diseases
Calcium + Vitamin D3
unfavorable without treatment
How similar?
Male ♂
bloating
On the go from 3.5 to 6 years. Hedgehogs, crows, lizards treat themselves to birthday snacks 6 times a year
fungi
heavy metals
sessile ciliates
corn
Neither
abrupt condition change
enlarged head
Acute damage; recovery 10–20 days.
Antibiotics (enrofloxacin).
genetic scoliosis
vision impairment
monogenean flukes
Visible from the first days; mild — cosmetic defect; severe — impaired swimming for 2–3 months.
River estuary into the sea
Freshwater
hereditary eye pathology
Egg membrane color
Duration
parasitic diseases
Vitamin C
fungal stomatitis
shock
freshwater
organ inflammation
Theoretical lifespan
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acute gastroenteritis
Develops in 7–14 days; resolves in 3–5 days with dietary change.
hepatitis — toxic
vegetables and fruits
Quarantine; destruction of the sick.
deformities
enlarged liver
low immunity
freshwater environment — rivers, lakes, ponds, swamps
Stress reduction; stabilization of water parameters; sedatives in severe cases.
avitaminosis
skin irritation
inbreeding
Where do they take shelter?
infectious diseases
Disorder caused by inherited or mutation-based factors.
Acute injury; healing within 7–21 days under good conditions; if infected — worsening within 3–5 days.
May lead to sudden death.
Lifespan maximum
infected plant introduction
metabolic bone disease secondary hyperparathyroidism
loss of mucus layer
bacterial gill disease
chronic bloating
Zucchini
Antibiotics
Disease affecting the kidneys and their function.
congestive heart failure
Observations
Worker
Supportive therapy; avoidance of bright light; vitamin supplements.
birth time
hormonal disruption
nitrate accumulation
adenovirus infection
hemorrhages throughout the body
intense scratching
Dogs, dolphins, lynx hang out for 9-25 years and party on their birthday three times a year
worm
When your next jubilee falls in {name} life years
Acute or subacute
Human
difficult molting
days
Strengthening immunity with vitamins and probiotics; strict water hygiene.
Disease affecting specific internal organs or organ systems.
furunculosis analogue
gray skin coating
adult
swimming disorder
Maturity
organic debris
respiratory failure under stress
Increase aeration and filtration; reduce temperature to 24–26°C; partial water changes.
Health
About health
swim bladder genetic anomaly
organ displacement
When your next birthday would fall if you lived as {name}
depression
introduction of new animals
mycobacteriosis — mycobacterium
results
edwardsiellosis
chromosomal anomaly
Feeding with soft feeds; grinding food.
red gills
Baths with formalin or praziquantel.
Reduction of light intensity; addition of floating plants; treatment with antiseptics.
jaw osteoma
hiding behavior
myocarditis
Colors
chronic
Upcoming jubilees
matte coating
mo
diseases symptoms small body size
Chronic carriage.
Trophic type
unstable parameters
selective mutation
Manifests at the age of 14–30 days; mild course — minimal curvature, the fish adapts; severe — progresses over 20–45 days, leads to inability to feed.
Symptoms in the first 1–3 days after stress; resolves in 7–14 days if the cause is eliminated; severe course progresses to infections.
always hot and humid, huge trees and vines
spinal kink
raised scales
Transfer to soft substrate; feeding from the bottom or surface; antiseptic treatment.
Develops within hours; in acute form — death within 1–2 days; chronic — weakening over 7–14 days.
Age (from birth to death)
Develops with abundant feeding over 2–4 months.
bloodworm
Gradual substitutions; use of conditioners; maintaining stable parameters.
often unfavorable
vibrio anguillarum
Egg membrane size
poor diet
red stripes
young after fast growth
cottony fungal coatings
Develops gradually over 30–90 days; rarely leads to complete blindness.
Chronic course
Immediate large water changes; use of conditioners that neutralize ammonia; addition of salt.
What do they look like?
Maturity
emergence (insects)
vitamin deficiency
end of lifespan
How do they live?
fertilization / egg laying
birth / hatching
metamorphosis / end of larval stage
stress induced immunosuppression
dry bread
end of acceleration
iridovirus disease
Not treatable; prevention of inbreeding.
depends on location and stage
Noticeable by day 15–25; progresses slowly.
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Supportive therapy; surgery is rarely possible.
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Restoration of parameters; addition of humates and conditioners.
wood
old feed
Manifests by day 20–40; may cause chronic difficulties with suckling.
Salt baths; diuretics at aquarium dosage; improvement of water quality.
Praziquantel or formalin.
Acute, high mortality.
spine malformation
Antibiotics; reduction of load.
Tropical dry broadleaf forest
Acute.
often fatal
fat deposits
Vitamin therapy; elimination of the toxin.
mouth
gene mutation
rapid surface breathing
exophthalmos
Recommended to keep in an aquarium with subdued lighting; avoid inbreeding; add vitamin supplements to the diet to support immunity; a therapeutic diet high in carotenoids is not used.
Cycle 3–7 days at 25°C; mild course — localized spots; severe — total involvement within 5–10 days, possible death.
No treatment; quarantine.
osteomyelitis
Living from 25 to 40 years. Orangutans, bald eagles, African elephants celebrate their birthday twice a year
stress combination
lens opacity
Develops within 1–4 days; recovery with correction within 5–10 days.
congenital scoliosis
trauma
herbivore
absence of feces
Legendary longevity: over 100 years. Galapagos tortoises, Greenland sharks, ocean quahogs celebrate with family once every 4 years
Progresses over 5–15 days.
Tropical moist forest
weight loss
Isolation; euthanasia of severely affected; improvement of conditions; antibiotics (rifampicin, clarithromycin) in feed.
Present at birth due to genetic or developmental factors.
columnaris disease
Taxons
Transition to a low-calorie diet with a predominance of vegetables and seaweed; fasting 1–2 days per week; increase in space for movement.
antennopathy
reproductive diseases
fatty hepato
tissue destruction
internal bleeding
slow healing
Chronic course 3–12 months.
age
idiopathic dropsy
dermatological diseases
genetics
high temperature
Mechanical removal; salt or formalin baths.
Close
was
diseases symptoms muscle weakness
Antibiotics in feed; probiotics.
Neotropical realm
spermatocyte degeneration
chronic anorexia
contact
craniofacial dysplasia
Lasts for months; leads to exhaustion within 60–120 days.
May be hidden.
white mucus
Rapid death.
skin dermatitis
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high calorie diet
Mosquitoes, fruit flies, small crustaceans hustle for up to 7 months and throw a birthday party every week
color selection
Incubation 2–5 days; acute course — death within 7–14 days; chronic — ulcers over months.
skin granulomas
islands and part of Australia, many unusual animals and plants
ulcerative lesions
age diag bySize
insufficient aeration
lack of hiding places
Symptoms within 1–24 hours; recovery 3–7 days.
Diet correction; salt supplementation; temperature support.
fin issues
all life stages
cholecystitis
hereditary factors
pale skin
overgrown teeth
Treatment with fenbendazole or levamisole; fasting.
unknown factors
mild
pseudomonosis
spirulina
Maturity
yr
body deformity
Reducing protein in the diet; using osmotic salts; supporting water quality.
Treatment of wounds with antiseptic solutions (malachite green, methylene blue); improvement of water quality; isolation.
melanin gene mutation
pigment pattern disorder
How do they breed?
What do they eat?
Where do they live?
early young
cardiovascular diseases
depends on immunity
red meat
Disease affecting the nervous system, brain, or nerves.
feed contamination
poor water quality
generalized edema
incorrect water salinity
Detected in mature age (6–12 months).
renal dysplasia genetic
stress and unsanitary conditions
Parasites are noticeable immediately; damage increases over 7–14 days.
Gamers
Spirulina
Indicates recovery is likely when appropriate husbandry is provided.
Providing perches and hard vegetables; veterinary correction in severe cases.
biliary atresia
Symptoms in the first 30–60 days; often fatal outcome.
bacterial disease
wk
My size?
temperament
Prolonged antibiotic therapy.
Dorsal fin color
swap
uneven coloration
chemical irritants
Emergency antibiotic treatment and improvement of conditions.
black spots
Maintaining a high level of dissolved oxygen; prevention of secondary bacterial infections with antiseptics in water; therapeutic diet with immunostimulants.
guarded depends on progression
jaw deformity genetic
metabolic bone disease — genetic form
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Illness caused by parasites such as worms, protozoa, or ectoparasites.
unfavorable
ichthyophthirius multifiliis
trematoda metacercariae
mild mycosis
hereditary immunodeficiency
Length
Sucker mouth size
impaired maneuverability
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