I’ve seen a number of cases where fish can live with a deformity up til a certain size then it basically becomes too much for them to deal with and they die. If you think there’s a chance they have developed a treatable condition though then try to help them of course. Euthanasia should only be a last resort, and if you have to then make sure it’s [humane ](https://kb.rspca.org.au/knowledge-base/what-is-the-most-humane-way-to-euthanase-aquarium-fish/)
Aquarist412 on
Definitely not treatable. I believe the deformation of the abdominal area has now become to small for all fully grown organs and now compressed the swim bladder to a point where the fish isn’t able to even float. He sinks like a rock when he’s not using fins. Ugh. I like the little guy. Might be needle time.
Beneficial-Fun773 on
Yes, sad
Excellent_Ad_2486 on
:'( eternal swimming for the fella ♥ Goodluck
InterrogativePterion on
Yes, let the poor guy rest now.
Slappants on
Nah, definitely ignore any obvious signs in order to post a video of a dying animal on Reddit
Aquarist412 on
He’s gone. On to the great wide open waters.
Machete77 on
Bro was born in unending unrelenting pain. Put him out
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Unfortunately, it’s probably the best option
I’ve seen a number of cases where fish can live with a deformity up til a certain size then it basically becomes too much for them to deal with and they die. If you think there’s a chance they have developed a treatable condition though then try to help them of course. Euthanasia should only be a last resort, and if you have to then make sure it’s [humane ](https://kb.rspca.org.au/knowledge-base/what-is-the-most-humane-way-to-euthanase-aquarium-fish/)
Definitely not treatable. I believe the deformation of the abdominal area has now become to small for all fully grown organs and now compressed the swim bladder to a point where the fish isn’t able to even float. He sinks like a rock when he’s not using fins. Ugh. I like the little guy. Might be needle time.
Yes, sad
:'( eternal swimming for the fella ♥ Goodluck
Yes, let the poor guy rest now.
Nah, definitely ignore any obvious signs in order to post a video of a dying animal on Reddit
He’s gone. On to the great wide open waters.
Bro was born in unending unrelenting pain. Put him out