I have one large 3 year old Oscar and one medium sized in a 45 gallon enclosure. I usually change 1/3 of the water every 2-3 weeks. My previous 45 gallon tank sprung a leak last week, so I needed to start fresh with a whole new tank. I couldn't save any of the water as I had to drain it quickly to keep it from ruining the floor! I temporarily put them in my tub and bought new supplies from the local pet store.
Filled new tank, put in new gravel (rocks) & put in a new 200 watt heater and waited for water to level off at about 72 degrees (which is what my Oscar has been at for past 3 years). Got the PH within range as well.
About 2 days ago my large Oscar started acting strange, as if he is *gasping* for air. He just constantly swims around flapping his gums, and he's never done this before. He's still quite active, and he is eating. He likes minnows the best, but he's eating Hikari Gold (large pellets) as well.
Anyone have an idea what he is doing? Is he sick? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Filled new tank, put in new gravel (rocks) & put in a new 200 watt heater and waited for water to level off at about 72 degrees (which is what my Oscar has been at for past 3 years). Got the PH within range as well.
About 2 days ago my large Oscar started acting strange, as if he is *gasping* for air. He just constantly swims around flapping his gums, and he's never done this before. He's still quite active, and he is eating. He likes minnows the best, but he's eating Hikari Gold (large pellets) as well.
Anyone have an idea what he is doing? Is he sick? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks