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What to do if my goldfish is losing scales?
Goldfish that have many missing scales are actually showing a symptom of a symptom; the scales are being knocked off the goldfish as a result of flashing. If the problem gets resolved (either fixing the water quality or eliminating the presence of parasites), the scales should grow back with time.
Why is my goldfish’s scales coming off?
Scale loss is not normal for goldfish. They do not molt. Most often scale loss is the result of physical injury — banging against hard objects in the tank (especially during breeding season) or rough handling. They cannot generate the speeds that regular goldfish can, so scale loss from breeding is less likely.
Can goldfish grow scales back?
Yes, goldfish can regrow its scales that have been infected or hurt during accidents or in fights with other fishes. In fact, the scales regrow fast if the wound is not too deep, and if they are young, it regrows even quicker.
Can goldfish live without scales?
Scales prevent the fish from becoming dehydrated by maintaining the proper balance of water inside the fish. Technically, a fish would be able to live it’s whole life without scales, as long as it avoids all the threats listed above.
Why has my fish lost its scales?
A fish’s scales should be smooth, lie flat against the body and be unbroken. Scale loss can be the result of physical injury, when a fish bumps into something or rough handling, parasites, a water quality problem or skin infections. If there is an infection there will be additional signs, such as a reddened area.
Why is my fish’s scales coming off?
How long does it take for fish fungus to go away?
API FUNGUS CURE fish remedy controls the spread of infection and works within 48 hours to clear up symptoms.
Do you have to descale fish?
Scaling whole fish is a necessary chore as the scales are unpleasant to eat. Your fishmonger will be happy to gut and scale fish for you but it is also an easy and satisfying technique to master at home. Removing scales can be a messy business so put the fish into a plastic bag to catch the scales.
How many scales do goldfish have?
If you feel like a challenge, try counting the number of scales on a goldfish. It should have between 25 and 31.