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It was 646.2lbs and was caught in a net in Thailand. Unfortunately, it died.

Thanks for the info. I was afraid the small tank size would be a problem. I meant to use it only temporarily but it became longer term than I wanted once they got fin rot. I'll take care of it right away and see what happens.

Any advice about safe meds?

Thanks,

Bill

pH is 7.6. Ammonia and nitrite are below detectable limits. I couldn't find my nitrate test kit, but I change the water in the tank (10gal) every 2-3 weeks. The water is hard. The tank is unheated, so the temperature varies with that of the room, usually 66-74 degrees F. Usually, it is 70 or below ...

I've had luck using a trap similar to one is used to collect aquatic insects, but you can only use it in fairly shallow water. I cut the end off of a 5gal bucket, drilled some small holes on one side, cut a bigger hole opposite the small holes, and glue a pocket, or codend, of fine mesh netting ...

Greetings, I've got a couple of madtoms with fin rot that I have not been able to cure. I've kept margined madtoms before with no problems, but I can't seem to get a break with these guys. I've tried Melafix and Paraguard with no luck. I'm not sure what else to try because I'm worried about the ...