My clown has a white spot?!?!

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  1. Mr Bannano

    Mr Bannano Plankton

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    I just recently notice that one of my maroon clown fish has a medium sized white spot on its side.... I was wondering if anyone might have a suggestion to what it is and how to get rid of it. He's seems fine but i would rather not take chances.... Please, i am open to any and all suggestions
     
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  3. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Small world. I noticed the same thing on my female percula. I went out and bought some kent garlic supplement for soaking the food. I also got some selcon vitamin soak just for good measure.
     
  4. Mr Bannano

    Mr Bannano Plankton

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    did it work lol, and do you happen to know what causes it?
     
  5. lotzofish

    lotzofish Fire Worm

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    How long has it been there? If it has been there for a little while, then it is probably lymphocystis. If so, lympho is a virus, and will go away on its own (assuming proper care for the fish is observed).
     
  6. Mr Bannano

    Mr Bannano Plankton

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    it has been there for a little while but not to long, and he doesn't seem to be eating as much as the other one.... he is still eating, just not as much
     
  7. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Update, my clown has fully recovered. Try what I did with the kent garlic and selcon soaked brine shrimp.