You can get a small tank or even a plastic tote from HD or walM that Loe place too. A quick and easy airstone in the tote filled with water makes a great hospital tank. No decorations no gravel. Maybe a live plant if you'd like.
I got a new albino pleco and it is death after second day
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I can see that as a confident statement, as they are bottom feeders, tank cleaners and generally tolerate harsh water conditions. But they get used to that. Water quality is very different in many locations. Add the chemical treatments of retail fish purchases and you have very different water than any new fish you may add. I understand the level of experience you have with fish of this variety. As an aquarist I can't understand not even acclimating new fish before adding to any tank. Good luck with any new Abino pleco you may encounter.
That would not be a good assumption. An already ill fish may not show any signs. The parasite or bug may infect the tank. As many illnesses of the Aquatic nature are not always visible. Carefully checking your tank and existing fish after a new fish is introduced and dies is the best practice. Immediate water change and maybe a little medicated precaution, should be the next move. Not good to just let it go. Yes, fish die, but really it is not the fish that is at fault for that. Especially not one in captivity.
Yes true.
I think my point was more about albino plecos being weak after inbreeding, hence it couldn’t handle a tank transfer well. I do agree that the tank should be monitored, I just don’t think disease was in play here.
