Helper FishyMandy Posted June 16, 2015 Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 Well this year hasn't been a good year for my fish...after going a good 3-4 years with no deaths, I've lost 3 fish this year, First my Google, then Bamboo and now Chico has gone as well Chico was my newest fish, I only had her for a few weeks - I got her on April 16 and she passed away on June 13. I was so excited to get her as I had wanted a nice butterfly for a long time...in the few short weeks I had her she really wriggled her way into my heart. With her tiny round body and how she waddled more than swam. This really hurts, because it was my actions that caused her death. You see, A good two years ago I bought some 'feeder fish' from the pet shop, they lived in my axolotl tank for a while, but after my axolotl died I decided to just put them in my goldfish tank. For the two years they were in there, I had no problems with them... About 3-4 weeks ago I found out these "feeder fish" Were actually rosy barbs...I read up and found they can be aggressive, and was told not good to be with goldies... but I went and did what I always tell others not to do, and went with the "I've never had any problems so it wont happen, it will be fine" That was the worst mistake ever. Last week those barbs showed their aggressive side and attacked Chico. They bit her fins, belly, eyes and tail. From this point she went downhill very quickly, and despite the best help Chico passed away on Saturday. The barbs have been rehomed now, and I've certainly learned my lesson, from now on my tank will be goldfish only. I'm telling my story here to try and help others who may be like me, that just because something has been fine for however long, doesn't mean it always will be, that risk will be there. RIP My Chico, I'm so sorry. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Phil B. Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'm so sorry. My deepest sympathy for your loss. She was a beauty. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member SweetMamaKaty Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'm sorry Mandy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper FishyMandy Posted June 16, 2015 Author Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 Thanks guys : 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mysterygirl Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 So sorry to hear this, Mandy. May she swim in peace. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Mikey Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'm so sorry for your losses Mandy 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper FishyMandy Posted June 16, 2015 Author Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 Thank you guys x3 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Daniel Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'm sorry, Mandy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Flipper Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 (edited) Chico was gorgeous I'm sorry for your loss Edited June 16, 2015 by Flipper 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper FishyMandy Posted June 16, 2015 Author Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 Thanks Dan and Aubrey : 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member jenzaar Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'm so sorry. [emoji813] 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper FishyMandy Posted June 16, 2015 Author Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 Thanks Jen 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member fantailfan1 Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 Sorry Mandy. RIP Chico 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Lis. Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 So sorry for your loss, Mandy 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Fish Of Gold Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 (edited) I'm so sorry for your loss Chico was a very beautiful fish. Edited June 16, 2015 by Fish Of Gold 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member jmetzger72 Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'm really sorry, Mandy. Unfortunately, much of the knowledge we gain from this hobby comes from learning from our own mistakes. Don't be too hard on yourself 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member shellbell4ever Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 so very sorry for your loss ,he was a Gorgeous goldfish! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Ree Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 Mandy, you said that all beautifully, she was a very sweet little fish, and I know you loved her well. I also know that you looked after her well and did all you could when she was sick. Keep that in mind as you mourn her loss. Sending big hugs your way 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member DawnMichele Posted June 16, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2015 Sorry for your loss. RIP Chico. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper Arctic Mama Posted June 16, 2015 Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 It was an honest mistake and an unfortunate accident, do t beat yourself up over it. Chico was gorgeous, and I hope you find a new friend to fill the void in your tanks soon. And yeah, ditch the barbs! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper FishyMandy Posted June 16, 2015 Author Helper Share Posted June 16, 2015 Thank you everyone. Yes ive been beating myself up a lot over this. But ive decided now I've got it out there I'm going to stop and move on...not without regrets but with the lesson learned 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishgirl82 Posted June 17, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted June 17, 2015 I know how tempting it can be to beat yourself up over a mistake and not let it go, but it sounds like you are trying your best to move on and learn from it. I know that it doesn't make the hurt any less. I just wanted to tell you that I care and I'm so very sorry for your loss 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper FishyMandy Posted June 17, 2015 Author Helper Share Posted June 17, 2015 I know how tempting it can be to beat yourself up over a mistake and not let it go, but it sounds like you are trying your best to move on and learn from it. I know that it doesn't make the hurt any less. I just wanted to tell you that I care and I'm so very sorry for your loss Thank you xx 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin koko Posted June 17, 2015 Admin Share Posted June 17, 2015 Im sorry hun 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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