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Why is my Pictus catfish breathing fast?

Asked: Nic Ziebell, Last Updated:

I had some pictus a while ago and the fast breathing seems to be normal when they are younger. it could be caused by them getting into fights at night. i wouldn't worry much unless they also have curled whiskers or ripped fins which would mean bad stuff, fights or bad water.

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