Pest Type: Worms
Scientific Name: Trematodes
Treatment: Formalin baths and freshwater dips can be effective, and there are several treatments available on the market. Two or more treatments are often necessary to kill both the worms and the eggs
Identification: Tiny worms that attack the gills and eyes of fish
Prevention: Quarantine fish before adding to tank, avoid feeding live food to the tank, which could carry the parasite
