10” Albino Oscar Developed A Black Stripe

[dawnml210]

Have you tested your water?

No

If I did not test my water...

...I recognize that I will likely be asked to do a test, and that water tests are critical for solving freshwater health problems.

Do you do water changes?

Yes

What percentage of water do you change?

21-30%

How frequently do you change your water?

Every week

If I do not change my water...

...I recognize that I will likely be recommended to do a water change, and water changes are critical for preventing future freshwater health problems.

I have a 10 inch albino Oscar who I’ve had since he was about 2 inches, about 6 months ago. He is looks super healthy. Recently I noticed he developed a black squiggly line on his left side. I am worried that he is getting sick or worms. Any ideas what it could be??

 

[Ansorgii]

Its not a true albino, he has a black eyes. Propably a Lutino, they can and sometimes do develop black pigment, often in their fins, yours seems to do that aswell.

My guess is that the line is just that aswell, i wouldn't worry if he looks healthy apart from that, some even develop shades of the classic oscar pattern.

 

[dawnml210]

Phew! Thank you! My heart dropped when I saw it. I would be heartbroken if he got sick. He's my big baby.

 

[FINWIN]

Phew! Thank you! My heart dropped when I saw it. I would be heartbroken if he got sick. He's my big baby.

No worries! He's just got a cute pigment squiggle...in fact his fins may even go black at some point. Oscars often change colors as they mature. Like this is possible: