Common pleco with one cloudy eye

[Aqui]

Have you tested your water?

Yes

If yes, what is your ammonia?

0

If yes, what is your nitrite?

0

If yes, what is your nitrate?

5-10

If I did not test my water...

1. ...I recognize that I will likely be asked to do a test, and that water tests are critical for solving freshwater health problems.

Do you do water changes?

Yes

What percentage of water do you change?

31-40%

How frequently do you change your water?

Every week

If I do not change my water...

1. ...I recognize that I will likely be recommended to do a water change, and water changes are critical for preventing future freshwater health problems.

Hi!
I have a 13” common pleco with one cloudy eye. For a while I did daily ~25% water changes, but it didn’t seem to help. I’m not sure what to do for him now.
He lives in a 36 gallon tank by himself. He used to live with a pair of angelfish when he was smaller. I’m looking to upgrade the tank; ideas on size welcome. He’s 5-6 years old.

Any help appreciated!

 

[Rocksor]

Not much else you can do. Eye injuries take a long time to heal, like months, and some may not heal at all

 

[Aqui]

Ok. It’s been like that for 6ish months, and I was getting worried I wasn’t doing something I should have been.
Recently he hasn’t been eating quite as much as normal, so I’ll monitor the water extra carefully.

 

[Caveden]

13” in a 36 gallon?? I think you should upgrade soon fast. 100g above is much better for it.

 

[Aqui]

I agree. I’ve started looking for an acrylic 100 gal.

 

[Fguinan]

I had a BN pleco with the same eye... cleared up after treating with Waterlife Myxazin- not sure if it available in the US.

It is an anti bacterial med with formalin, malachite green and acriflavin as the main ingredients.

 

[That Trinindad Pleco]

I’d say if your budget is tight get a 75 gallon, but if you have the money get a 6’ 125. Your Pleco should be able to live in there forever and will be much happie.