Ritteri Anemone

[Amphiprion]

Just a caveat about cleaner shrimp:

They do not eat ich nor do they cure it. They only eat the encysted skin that develops as a result of the parasites' burrowing. The parasites are far too small for the shrimp to catch.

As far as the "natural" approach goes, you almost never see fish in the wild with it to begin with. As far as tanks go, the "natural" approach to ich is borderline survival of the fittest. The fish either gets over it or it dies. I, personally, would not leave it to chance or nature. I do agree, however, that one should keep things natural and in line (which includes water parameters, diet, etc.) as a prophylaxis. Keep a close eye on your fish. What you are observing now could very well be just a cycle where the cysts have fallen off, only to return in full force and increased numbers later on.

 

[Subliminal]

Indeed.

Once you have ich in your tank, it's best to let it go fallow for for 8+ weeks.

 

[ChangDriX]

I would listen to these folks there's no reason to waste your money on something you can't support right now and not all clowns will host anenomes. Just don't chance it be sure your wallet will thank you later patience is something you gotta have in this hobby

 

[Subliminal]

There's not only the money aspect, but also the fact you're literally taking 'life into your own hands'. You have a responsibility to your pets, much like if it were a dog or a cat. If you're throwing it into an environment that isn't right for it...well, that's not really very responsible.

But it wastes a lot of money as well.

 

[Grins]

Just a caveat about cleaner shrimp:

They do not eat ich nor do they cure it. They only eat the encysted skin that develops as a result of the parasites' burrowing. The parasites are far too small for the shrimp to catch.

As far as the "natural" approach goes, you almost never see fish in the wild with it to begin with. As far as tanks go, the "natural" approach to ich is borderline survival of the fittest. The fish either gets over it or it dies. I, personally, would not leave it to chance or nature. I do agree, however, that one should keep things natural and in line (which includes water parameters, diet, etc.) as a prophylaxis. Keep a close eye on your fish. What you are observing now could very well be just a cycle where the cysts have fallen off, only to return in full force and increased numbers later on.

Exactly...and same goes for cleaner fish.

 

[mcsassy]

I will be keeping a very keen eye on everything as I do care very much about them and I will make sure to take the proper measurements to keep them all alive and healthy.

 

[Amphiprion]

I will be keeping a very keen eye on everything as I do care very much about them and I will make sure to take the proper measurements to keep them all alive and healthy.

Good deal. Keep us updated.