Need help IDing this fish

vrracr

New Member
Hi,
I was wondering if any of you could give me the name of this fish. I know it begins with the letter "C" but for the life of me, I can't seem to remember it. It's got popeye and its getting worse. But it does eat a little when feeding time comes. Otherwise, it just lays at the bottom of the tank on its side like this. I'm trying to figure out how to help it. Thanks in advance.
 
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saxman

Guest
That's a popeye Catalufa, and it's a type of squirrelfish. It's possible the fish banged its eye being chased or captured, as their eyes are quite large.
Is the problem unilateral?
When did the sypmtoms present?
How is your water quality? Any recent swings?
 

vrracr

New Member
Saxman, thanks for your response and for the name of the fish!
It certainly seems like he banged his eye. The bubble above his eye has gotten bigger. I spoke to the store I purchased it from and they said it should heal over a couple of weeks and not to worry unless the fish stops eating.
The popeye started the day after I added him to my tank. It could have happened during transport or release, but I'm not sure. My water quality is great and no recent changes.
 
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