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    Posted: August 01 2002 at 9:20pm
I have a yellow tang that's been in the tank about a month. It dosen't seem as Yellow. The back end and down into the tail seems to have a red undertone. Is this normal? or am I going to be doing mouth to mouth any moment?
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The red you see is most likely blood coming to the surface of the skin.  This is usually a stess sign.  I would test your water to make sure everything check out.  You also may want to look for other tank mates that my be stressing him.
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The red is definately not a good sign.  I would also bet on internal bleeding.  The best thing I can think of is to make sure you are providing the fish with a healthy diet.  Many medicines are on the market, but I wouldn't try that. 

Just keeping him eating well, and not stressed (as Jake said) is probably best.

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Water checks returned in the clear and it has been eating well. However, what is too much food? How often should I feed to ensure health?

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Cortney

You are in luck!  Keep him alive for 3 more weeks.  The September meeting will address this particular issue.  What kind of food, and how much!

Some say feed them a lot (I do) and some say feed them a little (Jake does).  Do whatever works for you.  Make sure he is getting plant matter like spirulina or veggie flakes.

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