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Does scaling hurt the fish?

Asked: Kirby Budrow, Last Updated:

Usually, fish do not shed their scales for no reason. And it doesn't have to do anything with growth. I mentioned above two of the most common causes for scale shedding: physical damage and infections. ... But it's best to prevent the shedding in the first place, so you don't have to worry about this problem at all.

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