I recently picked up a doradidae, Anadoras weddelli at 4.5" or so, that was harassed by some cichlids, namely geo red heads, and possibly severums. It's dorsal fin and whiskers are in rough shape, a bit of damage on the tail and damage to the body which comes in a pink spot as opposed to its brown/black body. The tank I had it in had little cover so I am largely responsible for it. The cat doesn't defend itself at all, nor move away from aggressors. I have moved it to a 40b at 82f with salt and high oxygen, where it is alone. The fish seldon moves, usually after several hours of complete darkness. I have seen signs of feeding, and the fish could move swiftly when I prodded it a bit. I was initially concerned with health, but recovery seems possible. My main question lies in whether I should raise temps or medicate, and if it can survive in the previous environment if I provide proper hiding spots. I assumed the latter question should be played by ear, but the first two I am curious about. At current the fish sits on top of sponge filter at day, and sits at the front of the tank at night. Hikari sinking carnivore pellets were missing on the next day, though the fish did not respond to the pellets being dropped on it directly. I think raising the temp 2-3f might help, but medicating is an option I'm not sure of, and rehoming is a real possibility when I have him/her all healed up. A number of other cats including a much smallerAmblydoras affinis and Hassar Orestis, as well as a common pleco can eat and roam without harassment but for some reason the weddelli was picked on immediately. I appreciate any feedback on this matter.
Edit: Failed to mention the fish is fat as can be.
Edit: Failed to mention the fish is fat as can be.
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