MM Disk Problem

[nomad]

I just got this male marble yesterday (along with an "sp peru", which is doing good) and today I noticed that the edge of the ray's disk is peeling. Any idea why/ advice?
The rays are in a 315 (7x3x2) with 7 datnoids and a tigrinus as tankmates.
I checked water parameters and they are good ( and I am doing a WC as I write this).
Thanks in advance.

 

[Shawn L]

I have only seen that on fresh imports.Never figured out what it was tho,Binox helped,but only saved one of the 3 that showed up with it,the others just kept pealing.That sand is going to irritate it too ,maybe seperate him in the tank and remove sand from his side.Good luck .

 

[nomad]

I have only seen that on fresh imports.Never figured out what it was tho,Binox helped,but only saved one of the 3 that showed up with it,the others just kept pealing.That sand is going to irritate it too ,maybe seperate him in the tank and remove sand from his side.Good luck .

It's not the shipping ....I picked this up myself from another member who had him for awhile and it looked fine. I see your point, but since I moved him yesterday, I'm afraid moving him twice will be really stressful and do more damage than good.
(I really like that Xanto in your avatar, probably the best I've seen...for how long did you own it ?)

 

[johno27]

Sorry if some of these questions seem insulting but I mean no disrespect. Can you post the actual ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate readings. Is there a large difference in PH from the tank he came from to yours? How long was the transport and how was he transported? Try and get a good look at the underside to see if there are any red patchs. Frequent water changes are a good course of action until you get a better idea what is going on. Hopefully someone with more experience with this can chime in. I also agree that you should keep the stress on the ray very low unless the sand seems to really start bothering him then you may have to move him or the sand.

 

[hereticlosmorte]

agree with john, my first thought was a varied change in water conditions than it is used to. it is very possible that it is not used to your water parameters (kh, ph) and its slime coat is stripping trying to acclimatize.

 

[nomad]

Sorry if some of these questions seem insulting but I mean no disrespect. Can you post the actual ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate readings. Is there a large difference in PH from the tank he came from to yours? How long was the transport and how was he transported? Try and get a good look at the underside to see if there are any red patchs. Frequent water changes are a good course of action until you get a better idea what is going on. Hopefully someone with more experience with this can chime in. I also agree that you should keep the stress on the ray very low unless the sand seems to really start bothering him then you may have to move him or the sand.

Thanks for the input.....That's a totally legit question (help can never be "insulting').
Transport took about 3 hrs. I used a plastic with an air pump/ airstone.
PH 6.8
Amonia 0
Nitrate 7
Nitrite 0
....and yes, there are a couple of redish spots on its belly. The sand is very fine course (CaribSea) , but I can remove if need it.

agree with john, my first thought was a varied change in water conditions than it is used to. it is very possible that it is not used to your water parameters (kh, ph) and its slime coat is stripping trying to acclimatize.

I think you're right ...I've noticed patches of slime coat peeling off (However the other ray seems perfectly fine).

 

[johno27]

The patchs lead me to believe it might be some ammonia burn from transport. Given time to heal in good water conditions it should improve.

It is always harder to read someones intent over the internet than it is in person. I am always happy to help when I can and definitely don't claim to have all the answers

 

[Clearwater guy]

Add salt if you havn't already. 12 lbs of salt over a couple hour period for your tank size. (solar salt, kosher salt, or any non-iodized salt) It really helps reduce stress and replentish the slime coat. Aids in healing and helps the rays regulate water on a cellular level.

Are your heaters safe? doesn't look like heater burn, but heater burns peel also.

Mike

 

[nomad]

Add salt if you havn't already. 12 lbs of salt over a couple hour period for your tank size. (solar salt, kosher salt, or any non-iodized salt) It really helps reduce stress and replentish the slime coat. Aids in healing and helps the rays regulate water on a cellular level.

Are your heaters safe? doesn't look like heater burn, but heater burns peel also.

Mike

Thanks for the input....Def. not the heater (it's in the sump). I will add aquarium salt.

 

[dhjr0915]

I think it should heal just fine with good quality water and water changes..