Khuli Loach

[Mordinbar]

I just purchased a new Striped khuli from the LFS today, to go with my 2 black khulis. This evening, As he was swimming around the side of the tank i noticed he had a bright red spot Just behind the hed. It didnt appear to be like a skin coloration, more of a glow, like when you put a flashlight behind your finger. I havent seen that red on any pictures I can find on the internet, and was just curious if its normal or something that i should be keeping an eye on. he doesnt appear to be sick or anything, and adapted very quickly to the tank.


-Mord

(I can get a pic if you need one, but my camera isnt that good and hes really really small )

 

[Teelie]

It's normal for most Kuhlis. Oddly most of the pictures I've seen have the redness around the gills. It goes away with age. All of mine as far as I can tell (when they deem to come out in the open) have it and I've had them going on 11 months now.

I assume your tank is well established and none of the other fish are having troubles though? Sometimes redness can be irritation in the gills for fish.

 

[Mordinbar]

Yea the tank has been up and running for about a month (After cycling).

Current and Final tankmates are:

4 Harlequin Rasboras
1 Male Dwarf Gourami
2 Black Khuli Loaches

All of the fish seem to be doing very well, and hes swimming around quite normally, just wanted to be safe.

Thanks

-Mord