Chinese algae eater

[chucky2019]

Hi to all. Is my alage eater sick or is it normal? Thanks very much.

 

[celebrist]

How big is it and how old?

 

[chucky2019]

How big is it and how old?

Around 6 inches. Jst bought

 

[Fat Homer]

Hmmmm... i've never seen a Chinese algae eater like that before...

 

[Alistair]

Do you have a side view image?

 

[celebrist]

Are turbucle looking things on his face new?

 

[arwen]

It looks like a panda garra instead just without its bands. what about the rest of the tank mates?

 

[Barbs and Barbels]

The tubercles are normal for a mature fish. The thing that interests me are the spots between those tubercles and his eyes. They almost look like hole in the head.

Since you just got him I wouldn't worry about it too much, if you are doing proper water management, it may just go away. Keep an eye on it and if it does not improve seek treatment options.

Other than that, great fish!