One Eye on Black Clown Larger then Other Help!

Discussion in 'Diseases' started by Jmblec2, Jul 6, 2011.

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  1. Jmblec2

    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Have a black clown been in the tank for 2 weeks. Newer tank about 2 months old. 0 ammonia. 0 nitrites.

    one eye of the clown is much larger than the other. Or kinda looks like there is a film over the eye with a slight tinge. The fish is eating great and seems to be happy.

    What can i do to help him get better or ensure he survives?

    Thanks a lot!
     
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  3. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    I think its called popeye is what it is..Maybe not though, i had it on one of my clowns, people told me to feed him well and keep the water clean and he will be okay. He kicked it within a week.

    If its not Popeye then someone else will have to answer for you.
     
  4. Jmblec2

    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    looks like it might be it. Thanks for the quick response.
     
  5. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    Sure thing man..Clowns are very hardy, ive never lost any of my few pairs ive had. Always have kicked any parasite they got.
     
  6. Reefing Madness

    Reefing Madness Skunk Shrimp

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    Popeye usually happens to both eyes at the same time, not just one. Usually when you see one eye looking like its popped out, its from the fish banging into something. Boo-Boo, is what I call them. Should go away in a week or so, providing he doesn't run into anythingn else.