LMB parasite

[fishtank888]

Hello all,

I have a problem and it's parasites.

I had this fish when it's small and it was free of parasites.

Recently, I tired to get it a buddy, but that didn't turn out right. After 3 days, I removed the new addition.

The problem is, I didn't quarntine the new fish.

Now, I have a bad case of parasite on my 7" LMB. That's the only fish in the tank now.

These parasite are on it's tail and back end fin. There is a worm tube like thing hanging out. Actually, I remember seeing this same worm tube thing on the new addition.

So now, what should I do in clean the fish up and also my tank.

I tried changing the water every 2 days, hoping to flush it out, but that didn't work.

Now my Lmb doesn't have any appetite and gives me the cold shoulder like it's mad at me or something. Even when I tries to feed it, it ignores me.

 

[fishtank888]

Okay..

I did some research and it looks like it have a case of Anchor Worms Parasite in it's fins.

Salts is one way to cure it.

So I am wondering, what type of Salt are they talking about? Does cooking salt in my kitchen work or is it something else?

Any recommendations?

 

[OscarRobinson]

You can use kosher salt (other household salts have caking agents and thats bad for fish) or just get yourself aquarium salt from lfs, a lot more expensive but you don't have to worry about additives/caking agents. Add it per the directions on the box I believe its one tablespoon per 5gals of water.

Also, and this is just my opinion but you should get "parasite clear" made by jungle, they carry it at any PetSmart. I think it works great. I use it whenever I get any new natives and haven't had a problem yet. Just remember with any parasite you are not only trying to rid the parasite but also the eggs so follow up on the doses like the box says.

 

[Bassinkorea]

I am very interested in seeing photos of this, do you have any photos to share??

 

[fishtank888]

I am very interested in seeing photos of this, do you have any photos to share??

Ok, I put some up tonight.

I did other research. They said to use dimilin to get rid of these anchor worms. But this suppose to be a pesticide. I don't know if this is good for the fish, so what do you guys / gals think?

I want to do it the natural way, so how does these guys get rid of anchor worms in the wild?

Oh, although, I don't have any plants in my tank other a drift wood and plenty of water circulation.

About the circulation, do I have to take out the carbon filtration while dosing if it comes out to be that? Or is the salt path a better route? Also how often do I change water if I do salt it? Do I have to reduce the heat or increase the heat? Currently I have it at 83 degree.

 

[Bassinkorea]

Hey fishtank888, did you manage to get some photos to post??

 

[sandtiger]

I did other research. They said to use dimilin to get rid of these anchor worms. But this suppose to be a pesticide. I don't know if this is good for the fish, so what do you guys / gals think?

I used Dimilin on my bullhead and sunfishes back when I first got them. It cleared the anchorworm with the first treatment and the fish were fine. The stuff I bought was marketed for fish use, mostly in ponds but you can use it in aquaria. You can view the product at this link.
http://www.pondcare.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductID=2

 

[Yusufi]

LOTS OF SALT!!!!
If you have a heater,turn the heat up too.... Maybe 30C would do.
Use dimilin.
Dnt feed for 2-3 days n dnt mess with the fish,let it rest till then without aquarium light...

 

[fishtank888]

Hey fishtank888, did you manage to get some photos to post??

Here are some pictures as promise.

I was too late to take the picture of the huge worm that was hanging off it's tail. It fell off and died I suppose. There is still some new worms hanging on and growing. Hopefully tht medicine I got at the LFS will work.

 

[Bassinkorea]

Thanks for posting the photos I hope it clears up for your bass, good luck.