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this fish keeps changing colour. one day she is yellow and black, the next day she looks like this. can anyone tell me why?

posted by: Dan Noon	(report) Aug 10th, 2007
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Elijah R.	» posted 2007/08/10 - 14:59
Common occurence. Probably young male in transformation or could also be a sub-dominant if you have another bully in your tank.

Amber B	» posted 2007/12/31 - 00:22
Dan my Auratus is yellow one day and as black as can be today. Can you tell me any more info . Please! Amber

Roger Hopper	» posted 2007/12/31 - 00:28
Amber, I think Elijah is right. It is not uncommon for them to change with moods or dominance. If it is turning black it is a he not a she. I don't think female ever change from yellow.

Russell Patton	» posted 2007/12/31 - 00:29
Amber; Mine will do the same thing, so what's up with that....

Amber B	» posted 2007/12/31 - 00:33
thank you Roger.I thought that he was sick or something. I feel better knowing that it is a color changing. will post new pics as soon as i can. Amber

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Vince Cooper, 2008-10-13 20:56

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