Signs Of Infection

Flukes are sometimes difficult to spot with the naked eye however, look for the fish rubbing against hard objects or the skin appearing opaque or inflamed.

Fish Affected

All aquarium fish are vulnerable.

Details Of Infection

Skin flukes are tiny worms up to 0.8mm that spend their entire life cycle on the fish.

Treatment

In most cases a strong (3%) salt dip is effective in removing the flukes. Alternatively, treatment with a commercial chemical remedy is successful.

Good aquarium conditions prevent occurrences of the worms.