View Full Version : Fish with open mouth
rhino116
07-14-2008, 1:46 PM
Suddenly my midas has his mouth constantly opened. Looks much like a stroke. Any ideas what this is?
jpappy789
07-14-2008, 5:18 PM
Is it gasping for air or breathing heavily?
Neervana
07-14-2008, 5:39 PM
what if it is, what does this mean?
jpappy789
07-14-2008, 5:42 PM
Gasping or breathing heavily could mean the water is short on O2. Also could indicate ammonia or some other poisoning as it would cause severe irritation to the gills. I really don't know though as it could be from a number of factors...best bet for the OP is to check the water params (exact ammonia, nitrite, nitrate) and post them here as the majority of fishy problems stem from bad water quality.
Hooked Newbie
07-14-2008, 5:43 PM
what if it is, what does this mean?
If it's gasping, there could be low O2 content in the water or decreased gill function which is usually caused by Ammonia / Nitrite.
jm1212
07-14-2008, 6:57 PM
it could have something stuck in its mouth or jaw preventing it from closing
noodles62
07-14-2008, 7:20 PM
Possible injury?
jpappy789
07-14-2008, 7:31 PM
I think we need more info from the OP...