Sick Female Dwarf Gourami?

Chenell

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Jan 27, 2003
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I think my female dwarf gourami may be sick. She's been hanging out a lot at the top of the tank and doesn't seem to be herself lately. She also looks like she is gasping for air. Tank parameters seem normal, Temp 72, Ph about 7, Ammonia 0, Nitrites 0, Nitrate 10. Maybe shes stressed out from the male? See attached photo.

Please advise.

Thanks much!

Chenell

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I believe they like warmer(around 78-79f) water..thats probably not the problem though.
is the male chasing her?
 
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