Health guide, not a diagnosis · Serious

Streptococcus infection

Also called strep, streptococcosis

Signs

  • Spinning or swimming in circles
  • Popeye, bleeding spots
  • Sudden deaths

Cause

Bacteria that attack the brain and organs, often in warm, overstocked tanks.

What to do

See a vet for the right antibiotic. Improve water quality and isolate sick fish.

If a fish is badly ill, talk to an aquatic vet.

Prevention

Quarantine and avoid overcrowding.

Medicines used for it

Always read the label first

Species often affected

0 species