Bloated Hawkfish!

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  1. Michaelr5

    Michaelr5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    My spotted Hawkfish has developed, in the last two days, a large bulge behind his stomach. It appears to be just in front of the anal opening. His belly is mostly pure white, but this bulge has some brown and red in it. If this were a freshwater livebearer, I would say VERY pregnant. Any ideas? I don't have my camera here, will post picture tomorrow.

    Mike
     
    Michaelr5, Oct 8, 2005
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  2. Michaelr5

    Michaelr5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    This is what I'm talking about!
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    He is not quite as active as usual, but he still eats like crazy! I'm hoping this is not terminal. Anyone have any suggestions? :worried:

    Mike
     

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  3. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    hmmm...maybe hes constipated...i think if u it a boiled a peeled pee thats good...but wait till somone else agrees or disagrees :)
     
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    cerpin_taxt Bristle Worm

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    i agree, try the pea idea, it seemed to work for my bloated and constipated fish
     
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  5. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    natural stool softener :)
     
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  6. Michaelr5

    Michaelr5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Next question, how do I get him to eat it? I have never been able to get him to eat anything but meat! Can you force feed a fish? :p
     
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