Injured Fin?

PicothePleco · #1 07-02-17, 23:54

I recently did a post about my common pleco not eating enough, and I just recently found that one of his fins has been kept extended while the others are normal (either tucked in or extended depending on activity.) Is there anything I can do to help repair the fin, or is it just not going to heal and remain like this?

PicothePleco · #2 09-02-17, 18:45

Update: seems more like it may have become dislocated. Times like these I wish I had an aquatic vet nearby.

Raul-7 · #3 20-02-17, 04:47

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Originally Posted by PicothePleco

I recently did a post about my common pleco not eating enough, and I just recently found that one of his fins has been kept extended while the others are normal (either tucked in or extended depending on activity.) Is there anything I can do to help repair the fin, or is it just not going to heal and remain like this?

There's not much you can do; unlike parasitic infections limbs need to be given time to heal. Not like you can construct a cast for his pectoral fin.

Just ensure prime water quality and adequate food.