How I KILLED Almost All MY Fish

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  • @CichlidBros
    @CichlidBros Рік тому +43

    Really sorry to hear about the losses. Always a very tough part of the hobby. You’ll get back at it soon I’m sure! 👊🏻

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much. I not discouraged, but just very, very sad. I hope you guys never go through this!

  • @CichlidCharmer
    @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +39

    This is so difficult for me. I feel like I’ve lost some family members. If you feel like shaming me, I will appreciate any kindness during this terrible time for me. Thank you ❤
    UPDATE: I have 12 remaining inmates, and I have moved them back to Alcatraz. Zeke and Gary, my two favorite fish included. I love them all though. Some are still breathing rapidly, so I am hoping I didn’t permanently damage their gills with the short time they were exposed to the chlorine. Thank you all for the incredible support - I did not expect to receive such a huge, positive response, and it has really helped to encourage me during this terrible time. ❤️ And special thanks to Ryan, from Squatch’s Cichlids here on UA-cam for helping me figure out the best way to handle this after I moved everyone to the 75. You are an outstanding fishkeeper and friend.

    • @saduttaquarium
      @saduttaquarium Рік тому

      Semoga masa sulit anda cepat teratasi. Dan saya akan membuat akuarium cichlid juga saya tertarik dengan video anda

    • @dannyaquatics
      @dannyaquatics Рік тому

    • @SoberBangBangVeteran
      @SoberBangBangVeteran Рік тому

      Sorry broski. I get it.

    • @andyjackson682
      @andyjackson682 Рік тому

      No shame, just human error, it happens to all of us.

    • @HUNTERHUNTER806
      @HUNTERHUNTER806 Рік тому +1

      I feel sorry for you dear brother... I completely feel what you must be going through...
      I felt the same too bro. Fish dying makes me feel like I lost my family members 😢😢😢
      I hope you will recover soon... I wish you good luck and I pray that none of your beautiful fishes will die anymore.... Best wishes brother 🙏

  • @mtkremer
    @mtkremer Рік тому +2

    So sorry for your loss, thank you for sharing the story as difficult as it may be. This can happen to any of us, and hopefully this will help all of us think through our own process. Hang in there, rebuild and keep sharing great content!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you! I think it’s helpful to share these nightmares without getting too graphic, especially when it happens to someone else.

  • @andrenaude2490
    @andrenaude2490 3 місяці тому

    So very sorry for your loss 😢 its very tragic, thank you for all the insight and for being transparent, can only learn from you. Love your aquariums and your channel, don't be too hard on yourself

  • @zaccorkindale4909
    @zaccorkindale4909 Рік тому

    All my sympathy. I love your fish and I hope this can help you towards Furc III.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      This is so appreciated, Zac - thank you so much!

  • @scotp6362
    @scotp6362 Рік тому +2

    What a devastating loss! Love and hugs to you! Thank you for sharing the journey!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Definitely, and I feel it’s good to share the good and the bad.

  • @juliekaewest
    @juliekaewest 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing this. As a relatively new fish keeper it’s refreshing to see someone like you show how mistakes happen, and should be treated as learning experiences. I’ve lost fish and shed tears because of it, but each loss has taught me a valuable lesson. I am sorry for your loss, truly.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  7 місяців тому

      Thank you so much. I’ve rebounded nicely and have some cool things going on. I appreciate you!

  • @oscardean6351
    @oscardean6351 Рік тому +1

    Mate, I’m welling up and I’ve never even seen your channel before although I am now a prescriber. I really feel for you. The fact all your fish had names shows how much you cared for them. I wish I could give you a hug😢

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      I can’t tell you how much that means to me. Thank you, Oscar!

  • @bkborn74
    @bkborn74 2 місяці тому

    Just seeing this. Sorry for your loss. Happened to me too in April. Loss 26. It’s the very unfortunate and most difficult part of the hobby. Lesson learned, wisdom earned.
    I subscribed.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  2 місяці тому

      Sad to hear it happened to you too. You're spot on though. Gotta keep going and just learn from our mistakes. Thank you!

  • @scottwalmsley3393
    @scottwalmsley3393 Рік тому

    sorry for your loss,one of the reason i never put water in straight from the tap,i use a ibc in the garage,but on a brighter note think about all the new fish you can now have...all the best scott

  • @bstewthegiggenius
    @bstewthegiggenius Рік тому

    Just wanted to say I love you videos. I’m very sorry for your loses I can say you very tough cause of how many you lost I would of been in tears just because these guys grow on us and become family. I feel your pain and I hope you can grow from it. Hang in there bud! Good luck to ya!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you so much. It was VERY hard. I’ve never been so impacted by a loss of fish before. These Africans are so much more than just plain fish. They have personalities! Anyway, now that I have 12 new guys that is taking all my time and energy, which I am grateful for. Thank you again!

  • @MrMrHassan
    @MrMrHassan Рік тому

    Sorry for you loss, as i watching this I was praying that Furrc ll would not be on this list made me tear up up when i saw him. Again sorry for you loss I can only imagine what you are going thru

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      I’ve cried so many times for Furc including right now. I’ve called him so many names for missing his huge pellets I hand fed him, but he was such a good boy. Thanks brother 😍

  • @DjPosey3
    @DjPosey3 Рік тому

    So sorry for your loss keep your head up, you'll bounce back, It's like you said we've all made mistakes and we'll grow and learn from it

  • @michaelmcclendon3220
    @michaelmcclendon3220 Рік тому +1

    I dont know if I'm getting soft or what but man im tearing up over here. This channel was slowly becoming my favorite mainly because of alcatraz and the amazing narration that you provide us. I've even tried to scape my tank to mimic yours. Man im sorry this has happened to you.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you, Michael. I am going to really miss those guys. I am placing an order for new inmates tomorrow that will hopefully bring some new wonderful characters.

  • @nandakumarsubash
    @nandakumarsubash Рік тому +1

    I am sorry for your loss. We learn from our mistakes and sometimes it costs us more. Don't be sorry or be guilty for what happened, perhaps it's time to stream line the process for example having a printed checklist and maintaining a log to avoid repeating it in the future. I wish you luck for the remaining chaps.

  • @gianbarmanable
    @gianbarmanable Рік тому

    Im so sorry for all your losses.its really sad when this happen..stay strong and positive..and sorry for that.

  • @Sampennyyyy
    @Sampennyyyy Рік тому +1

    Hey man, so i actually can relate to this, because the same thing happened to me, i lost a lot of my African Cichlids during a water change, and it was because i forgot to put declorinator in the water. Long story short i left the hobby for a few years because it just killed me. However today, i now have a tank full of African Cichlids that me of a few years ago, could only dream of. Keep your head high, and know mistakes happen and being forgetful happens to the best of us. This is an amazing opportunity to educate everyone watching, You will bounce back, and in the long run, unfortunate events like these, make you all the wiser. I hope you are able to recover the fish who were still alive in this video, best of luck!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Aw thanks so much. So you know the pain. I’m glad you’re back in it. I lost a few more of those that were questionable, so now I have just over ten, but one is still having a hard time. Again, thank you for the kindness!

    • @Sampennyyyy
      @Sampennyyyy Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer The good thing is you didn't lose everyone, and im sorry to see some of the unwarranted abuse you've had to take as a result of this. Accidents like these are never done intentionally, its a shame people have no heart...

  • @MakoyUnggoy
    @MakoyUnggoy Рік тому +3

    A tank full of tetras is sad but a tankful of cichlids that have personality, character etc is on a whole other level...me and the wife were hoping our favourite big fella survived and were gutted when you put him up last...Keep going, mistakes happen, we are human. Keep us updated please

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Making me cry all over again here. I loved that guy. So cute. Thank you so much!

    • @seansmith6372
      @seansmith6372 Рік тому

      You're right I have tetras and their personality is generic nothing close too cichlids or Oscar's for that matter but I still tear up if my tetra die because I feel like they depend on me to keep them alive, their life is literally in my hands and responsibility and I don't like feeling like I let them down.

  • @davidolsen3209
    @davidolsen3209 Рік тому

    Sorry for your loss. You always had the gorgeous fish and the gorgeous tanks. Hopefully you can bounce back from this

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh I will bounce back. I can be sad and not let it alter my course. Thank you!

  • @bpthakshak2166
    @bpthakshak2166 Рік тому

    So sorry to hear about the loss😢
    I too have come across this and couldn’t digest the loss for some days
    Watching your loved one’s die is the worst nightmare none should experience

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, and it sure is. Fortunately I can be sad and still move forward with a positive attitude.

  • @LeeBo318
    @LeeBo318 Рік тому +1

    Sorry for your loss brother...stay strong! I would say hit the tank with some aquarium salt, it should help draw out anything that's within them. It won't hurt to try it, the tanks could use the salt from time to time anyway. I hope this helps and wishing you the best with the rest! 🍻

  • @josiahbounderby3169
    @josiahbounderby3169 Рік тому

    So sorry for your loss. I just went through this losing almost 2 complete tanks to parasites and my own stupidity of not using a quarantine tank. It was very painful to watch them all suffer and die. Hang in there.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      That is so sad. I feel for you, man. I hope you’re doing okay. I’m hangin in there and moving on. Thank you for your nice comment 🥰

  • @tjautocross
    @tjautocross Рік тому +2

    You don't deserve any shaming. None of us is immune from making a mistake and losing fish. It's very sad when this happens. Sending positive thoughts your way!!

  • @johnnygiddo4617
    @johnnygiddo4617 Рік тому

    Brand new subsriber from Australia. Mate i feel for you. Hoping to watch you rebuild your stock, looks like you have an amazing set-up.
    Best of luck.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Australia - awesome! I appreciate the sub and kindness. Definitely Already working on getting new boys. Some familiar faces and some new. Gonna be exciting and sad as I continue to remember my old boys.

  • @ethanfriedersdorf
    @ethanfriedersdorf Рік тому +1

    It happens man keep your head up only thing we can do is try to learn and do better. If you are on city water sometimes they change things up and it can definitely kill off fish

  • @antoinettevanaswegen8988
    @antoinettevanaswegen8988 Рік тому

    I just want to thank you for sharing as well. We have only just gotten our African Cichlid tank, so this information is so helpful to us. It can all happen so fast.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      You’re just staring the journey - exciting times. Use a checklist for any type of maintenance.

  • @robc5520
    @robc5520 Рік тому

    I feel for you mate. i lost 1 fish last week. That hurt me... I cant imagine how hard it was for you to loose almost 2 dozen.. Head up... dont change... Love your content

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Yep even one is hard. This was unbearable, watching them die and being helpless to prevent it. Thank you so much for the kindness ❤️

  • @dadthings167
    @dadthings167 Рік тому

    Dang man... This cuts deep. Sorry for your loss but can't wait to see your bounce back. Ray was my favorite... I have a yellow lab that I bought from petco for 3.99 my girls named him bumble bee... He's still with me six years later... My first cichlid. Ray was the mbuna hanging in there tough with those open water peacocks and haps. The Mrs loved alcatraz

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Aw thanks man. I can’t believe Ray is gone. So weird how they become much more than just fish. I’ve kept fish since I was a kid and never felt loss like this. These guys are/were special. Thank you, sir 🥰

    • @dadthings167
      @dadthings167 Рік тому

      ​@@CichlidCharmer just showed the Mrs the video and she teared up. Know we appreciate you for all the excellent content you put out there. Oxymoron I know... But get some rest... Keep us posted 🤦🏿‍♂️ hope the 75 is going well.

  • @DonAlcombright
    @DonAlcombright Рік тому

    So sorry to hear. Stay strong. I had a smaller but similar issue this weekend. I moved my 125g tank to the basement and lost 3 from toting them in the process of the move. I think my totes were too small so I felt awful.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Man I’m sorry to hear that, Don. It sure helps though to commiserate with others who have gone through something like this.

    • @DonAlcombright
      @DonAlcombright Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer absolutely. It’s tough but you move past it and learn.

  • @makiarn777
    @makiarn777 Рік тому

    So so sorry for your loss. I’ve lost a bunch of fish recently and it sucks. The music made this video even sadder. 😢

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you. Yeah I cried over and over when I made it. And you’re right - the music made it even worse for me too 😢

  • @larryeans4072
    @larryeans4072 3 місяці тому

    😭😭😭 thanks for sharing. Even I k ow some of these by name.
    Just got my 125 up and running this week. Back in the hobby and looking for my future 240.
    And learning to be latent and methodical.

  • @bobbiehunton9240
    @bobbiehunton9240 2 місяці тому

    I’m so sorry for your loss. I had the same thing happen 10/3/24. I live in the DFW area Texas. I did a 50% water change, always put water treatment in as soon as I start the water fill. I never thought to test the temperature. Had done this in the triple digits with no problem but the temp in my 718 gallon went up 8 degrees. The fish were swimming upside down and huddling together on the bottom. I looked up how it could happen and temp was one of the reasons. That’s when I checked it. I went from 140 to 117. I know what it’s like to watch your fish suffer and die and my heart really goes out to you. I know it was a while ago but it’s hard. Lessons learned. I do have a check list now. 😢

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  2 місяці тому

      Oh no, you've experienced this as well. Sad to hear. Thank you for sharing your horrible experience. It really does help others who have done the same.

  • @rantsandreviews
    @rantsandreviews Рік тому

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Over the last 40+ years in the hobby I have lost some fish here and there; including some that were very special to me. Keep your head up friend. It's all you can do.

  • @yeoh22
    @yeoh22 Рік тому

    So sorry for your loss. I hope and pray that you bounce back from this. 🙁🙏

  • @Aquafinity
    @Aquafinity Рік тому

    So sorry for your loss. Just know that things will get better soon. I will miss Ray for sure. I’ll be here to talk whenever you need it.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh Ray…. I will sorely miss that guy. Thank you 🥰

  • @andyse2008
    @andyse2008 Рік тому

    I'm sorry for your losses, I've experienced it too, almost 20 cichlids died because of the water, so I know how it feels, and thank you for sharing

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh man, that’s sad to hear. Thank you, Andy.

  • @HapiPETSWM
    @HapiPETSWM Рік тому +1

    Last month I had a carbonate spike that I couldn’t control, saved 4 fish out of 17… broke my heart, but I’m happy I was able to save the few I have and very happy now to see them healthy.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Wow that is such a good thing to hear. Your positive attitude is awesome. I have moved through the sorrow and am applying my energy to saving the remaining 11. I am very grateful to you!

  • @dascudder
    @dascudder Рік тому +1

    Oh man that is devastating. So sorry to hear about this, honestly it's beyond gut wrenching. WOnder if your water source got contaminated some how? You can usually get away with a number of minutes til you add the dechlorinator (I recall seeing KG mentioning it on one of his videos). If it helps bud, on water change day, I line up all my bottles on a table to be used: Tapsafe, Cichlid trace, Salts, Buffer... all of it. And as I use it, I put it away in the tank cabinet. May be the system to adopt. You have the most amazing tank fella, and the fish have a great home. Sucks, but overcome and adapt. Stick at it

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      I sure appreciate that Paul. It was definitely chlorine. Safe is usually my first step, but I started doing a time lapse and totally forgot. I will be using a checklist and your idea with the bottles is a wonderful one. I’m sure gonna miss those guys.

  • @charlesroll8502
    @charlesroll8502 Рік тому +1

    Did you check the temperature? I've ran out of hot water during a water change because laundry and dishes were running at the same time. Lost some fish from the cold.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Good question, and yes, I did. It was spot on.

  • @lukepransey7161
    @lukepransey7161 Рік тому

    Sorry about that dude it’s tough but please don’t beat yourself up. I had something similar happen when I added my bristlenose fry to a grow out tank, added a cycled sponge filter and it ended up not having enough beneficial bacteria, 1 day later so much ammonia and most didn’t make it. Also Getting some new fish will hopefully give you some joy that can help you heal! All we can do is learn and be better so keep ur head up !

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Good to hear that - thank you for the encouragement 🥰

  • @بناءالمجتمع-خ5ع

    It isn't easy to witness the breaking of a bond. Sorry for your loss and I wish you'll have wonderful new collection

  • @michellethorpe8700
    @michellethorpe8700 Рік тому

    Super sad for you! You had amazing fish and I really enjoy watching your channel all the way from Australia 🇦🇺 … I hope you come back soon with more fish 🐠

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you. I will definitely restock right away. I just need to make sure my water is good. Good new is that the best fish who ever lived is acting like nothing happened.

  • @loki8686
    @loki8686 Рік тому

    I’m so sorry for the loss! I have lost an entire tank of juveniles to heater malfunction even though I knew I shouldn’t have used the untested used heater. I lost half my fry fish when I forgot to put dechlorinator. It is truly sad to see fishes go. We are human and make mistakes! I’m hope you bounce back soon and get back at it again.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      So hard isn’t it. Especially when you don’t follow your own rules. I’m just plowing forward. Holding onto the pain but using it to make me a better fish keeper.

  • @ranjit5212
    @ranjit5212 Рік тому

    Sry for ur loss big brother.I m also hurt for u.I always watched them through u.Few month ago i lost my all fishes except 1.due to my mistake.so can understand ur situation.stay strong.rebuilt A beauty like them to pay tribute .

  • @Aredubu
    @Aredubu Рік тому

    Very sorry for your loss.❤ Thank you for sharing it with us and making it a teachable moment.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you as well. I sure appreciate your kindness.

  • @acerholics
    @acerholics Рік тому

    So sorry for your loss. Same happened to me after a water change. I know the feeling. Hoping you bounce back from this! Definitely happens to the best of us. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 Charmer!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! So you know the feeling. I’m already bouncing back. Super sad though. I didn’t think this would hit me this hard.

  • @dbrown4752
    @dbrown4752 Рік тому

    Im so sorry to hear that I can't imagine what I would do if this happen to me. Your doing a great job keep it up. Don't let this get to you.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      I miss them terribly, but I will carry on! Thank you 🥰

  • @BrokeredWithAloha
    @BrokeredWithAloha Рік тому

    Such a bummer, man. As tragic as the loss was for you, I am looking forward to seeing what you decide to do with that tank moving forward. I heard you mention the idea of going a different direction with that tank altogether. I suppose this incident makes that tough decision a bit easier for you. Again, so sorry for your loss!😢

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thanks. I am sticking with my boys and if I do an American tank, it will be a brand new one. I’m trying to figure out how it could work. It’s a little tougher now, since the new fish are over $600.

    • @BrokeredWithAloha
      @BrokeredWithAloha Рік тому

      ⁠Yeah, I watched your follow-up video and was glad to hear that you are sticking with your Africans. I wish I could get my wife on board with the size of tanks you run. I managed to get her to agree to a 180g for my Black Widow Frontosas, various Synodontis Cats, and my Clown Loaches. I also have a 75g South/Central American tank, but my stocking options are more limited than I'd like. Thanks for putting out the content you do! Keep up the great work!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      @@BrokeredWithAloha Thanks, Ben. Yeah I'm pretty fortunate. I think my wife is even going to let me go one up on the 240, actually. Oh yes. Your tanks sound great!

  • @mowfast7463
    @mowfast7463 Рік тому

    Aww man, I sure am sorry to hear this. Stuff can just happen in an instant. And you're exactly right no poing in beating yourself up but to learn from our follies

  • @nickzinne7103
    @nickzinne7103 Рік тому

    oh my goodness. I am so so sorry! you’ll bounce back! keep your head up.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you so much. I can’t believe how hard this is.

  • @brucecroft9262
    @brucecroft9262 Рік тому

    Hey my friend I just saw this video I'm a little bit late watching it, but listen everybody has tragedy and fish keeping and you absolutely are a very passionate fish keeper ,I love your videos you just keep your head up high we all make mistakes in life we learn from them. we do love our fish very much but things do happen you hang in there, I think you're an amazing fish keeper and keep making the videos and good luck in the future and I'm sure that is the only time that'll ever happen. Good luck to you and your fish tanks in room is amazing

  • @DonnaDiane74
    @DonnaDiane74 Рік тому +1

    I'm so saddened by what happened to your fish. You obviously take great care of your collection. Please don't beat yourself up. If there is a silver lining, it's that other fish will get to have a real home, whenever you decide to restock. 💙

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Aw thanks. That sure makes me feel better. Already ordering new fish 🥰

  • @pollylewis9611
    @pollylewis9611 Рік тому

    I'm so sorry for your loss, this must be so hard, never feel you need to be shamed, no you love your fish, and I can't think of another person who takes better care of them. Can't wait to hear if you get any strange results on the condition of your water. Oh, I typed a longer response but the Gremlins must have taken it......Just know don't feel shamed, we in this hobby understand, Hugs......Polly!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you, Polly. It is extremely hard, but most of the comments have been very encouraging. I still don’t know if I missed the dose.

    • @pollylewis9611
      @pollylewis9611 Рік тому

      Wow that's a tuff one, not sure I ever have come across chorine poisoning, does it affect fish that fast? I lost yet another Ram that was perfect last night this morning gone, this leaves me with the original first 4. Dang, wish there were away I could help with your pain and loss, memories of those awesome dudes and their funny personalities will be with you, and also those wonderful pictures and videos. Hang in there, just hang in there.@@CichlidCharmer

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      @@pollylewis9611 yep. Very tough. Sorry for your loss too. I’m staying away from rams for sure. Now I have a blown cycle in the 75 of course, which I was expecting. I can’t move any bio media from the original tank in case it was something besides chlorine. So I stole a little media from my wife’s tank, added Stability, and 4x dose of dechlorinator to neutralize the ammonia. Lots of surface agitation going since Prime will reduce oxygen levels.

    • @pollylewis9611
      @pollylewis9611 Рік тому

      Sounds like you're doing all you can, how are the fish left doing any better, what a nightmare for you. As for me yup no more Rams for sure.@@CichlidCharmer

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      @@pollylewis9611 lots of them are swimming slowly, but breathing heavily. Not all at the bottom or top though. A few, like Zeke and the VC10 are acting like nothing happened. Eduardo was just strutting with one of the other tank’s OGs 😂

  • @aqua.scape69
    @aqua.scape69 Рік тому

    Man, I am so sorry for your losses. Accidents happen man. You will bounce back. Thank you for your honesty. God Bless you brother. 😢

  • @Jake-ur2wf
    @Jake-ur2wf Рік тому

    I am so sorry, best wishes in getting the system back up.

  • @andyjackson682
    @andyjackson682 Рік тому

    I’m truly sorry to hear about your loss. Think about setting up an automatic dechlorinator system. I bought 2 Beech Lane RV water purifying systems from Amazon and connected them together. They come with a 5 micron and .5 micron filter in 2 connected canisters. The .5 filter also has charcoal to remove chlorine and heavy metals from the water.
    I set the first one up with the filters that it came with. I then took the second one and removed the stock filters and replaced them with G.E. carbon charcoal filters thus causing the water to go through 3 carbon filters to remove any residual chlorine. They work great and I change out all 4 filters every 6 months. As added protection I also add in Fritz ACCR. But the system totally dechlorinates the water as is. One less thing to think about and stress over. Now if I could just get the water to shut off before it overflows when I get distracted.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh wow. Do you have a link? I don’t have a lot of room for more equipment though… thank you for the kind words and suggestion 😍

    • @andyjackson682
      @andyjackson682 Рік тому

      They take up very little space.

    • @andyjackson682
      @andyjackson682 Рік тому

      I also just sent you a friend request.

    • @andyjackson682
      @andyjackson682 Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer pictures sent to your Facebook page along with a friend request.

  • @TIMOTHYJAMES-wk2yk
    @TIMOTHYJAMES-wk2yk Рік тому

    Man,that truly sucks....very sorry to hear it.

  • @tinabankston9599
    @tinabankston9599 Рік тому

    I lost 13 of my Fancy Goldfish to Epistylis in October. Been keeping fish 30 years and just didn’t know how to treat it. So sorry for your loss! Your fish were beautiful!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh no - epistylis is a deadly killer. Haven’t saved a fish from it yet. Thank you!

  • @jrawles87
    @jrawles87 Рік тому +1

    @CichlidCharmer, just now seeing the video. Been a long work week for a truck driver. So, so sorry to hear about what happened. When you started the video tribute, the first thing I said was "I hope my man Ray made it" I guess being I have my Mbuna tank I'm kind of tight on my man Ray. When he came up there I slumped in my chair. He kept the bottom tier of Alcatraz in check. If you decide to get more fish, get another Mbuna in memory of my main man Ray and call him Sonny. I'm sure you'll build Alcatraz back up. You were talking about changing Alcatraz over in one of your videos. Maybe this is something to look into. Whatever you do, I'll be pulling for you. Peace my Brother

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      This was an awesome comment to read. First of all, thank you for that! I was so sad for everyone that died, but the two hardest hitters were Furc and Ray for me. I stil can’t believe they’re gone. So I am going to put this in your hands - I was thinking of naming my new yellow lab (yes I am getting one for sure) Icarus, after the guy that flew too close to the sun. Do you prefer Sonny?

  • @lakesidedreaming
    @lakesidedreaming Рік тому

    That sucks. Im pretty new to aquariums and already made a few mistakes. Lost a few, and for some reason when i do water changes i forget to turn heaters off ahead of that😬

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh yes. Easy to forget. Make a checklist. That’s what I do now. Didn’t think I needed one, but when I’m making videos during water changes, I definitely do!

  • @anthonypride1302
    @anthonypride1302 Рік тому

    I'm sorry this happened to you brother! We all have experienced something like this and it sucks

  • @The_Mothzz
    @The_Mothzz Рік тому

    Sad to hear , i can relate lost mine to ph crash . Hope it gets better best regards.

  • @joel11211974
    @joel11211974 Рік тому

    I’m really sorry for your loss, I feel your pain, I’ve been there too

  • @GardenGuy1967
    @GardenGuy1967 11 місяців тому

    So sorry to hear this. It can be a brutal hobby at times!! 😢😢

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  11 місяців тому

      Thank you. I have since rebuilt and I love them even more. I still miss my old friends though 🥰

  • @razinfishes1918
    @razinfishes1918 Рік тому

    So sorry to hear about your fish Your tank and fish are so beautiful. I fully understand the pain a few years back I lost and entire tank full of fish and totally my fault I was so upset with myself.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh no - I hope you didn’t quit. Thank you for the nice comment!

    • @razinfishes1918
      @razinfishes1918 Рік тому

      No sir never give up. Still running 4 tanks. Had 5 but gave my 100 gallon to my son.

  • @Sam-r6h3l
    @Sam-r6h3l 11 місяців тому

    I heard of a city close to mine that had flushed the tap lines with chlorine for some kind of clean out and this dude lost his whole tank. So, it could have been something like that. If thats a concern maybe figure out a way to age the water.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  11 місяців тому

      There was more chlorine than usual. It wouldn’t have been a problem had I dosed the tank

  • @lisak3931
    @lisak3931 Рік тому

    Man, I'm so sorry for your loss. It happens, but that doesn't make it better really. Praying for your peace.

  • @SWIFTPASSAGE
    @SWIFTPASSAGE Рік тому

    Oh man! I have a big cichlid tank like this. I'm really bummed I've been enjoying looking at them. My heart is broken for you. I'm so sorry. Non fish keepers don't understand their family.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! You are so right. Talk to a normal person and they think oh, dumb fish. These fish are incredible and I really am sad they’re gone.

    • @SWIFTPASSAGE
      @SWIFTPASSAGE Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer Agreed! I have cameras on my tank when I leave to make sure everything is functioning.

  • @taylorhale1035
    @taylorhale1035 Рік тому

    Was there any redness around their gills or were any swimming at the top gasping for air? All I remember you saying from the video was lethargy and falling over at the bottom...
    I just wonder if it was from something else like shock. Was the water temperature matched/is your heater still working? Hope you find solace and get to the bottom of the situation!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Yes some were gasping at the top. I believe I did briefly mention that in the video, but I could be wrong. No redness of the gills though. However, I added dechlorinator and put them back later and it didn’t affect them. I could smell chlorine out of the tap. I know that’s what it was. Thank you!

  • @kentstabilit9541
    @kentstabilit9541 Рік тому

    Sorry about this terrible tragedy . Your video homage to each fish was amazing and put fish on a whole other level of pets we love.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you. They are more than just fish to me.

  • @THEnelsonbruhs
    @THEnelsonbruhs Рік тому +1

    Man this is rough. Even losing 1 fish is enough to kill me.
    Really sorry to hear about this bro

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thanks man. Yeah one is tough, but it doesn’t stick with you like this. I feel like I’m living in a daze.

    • @THEnelsonbruhs
      @THEnelsonbruhs Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer I get it bro. Just remember that all you can do now is everything possible to preserve your surviving fish. That’s the best you possibly can do right now

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      @@THEnelsonbruhs I’m definitely doing that. Thanks man ♥️

  • @WillsAquarist
    @WillsAquarist Рік тому

    Just wanted to add my sympathy with everyone else here you’ve given these fish phenomenal care while you’ve had them and things like this happen as tough as it is! Looking forward to seeing you rebuild.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Most appreciated. Thank you for the encouragement 🥰

    • @WillsAquarist
      @WillsAquarist Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer no problem it’s the least I can do for all I’ve learned from you and your content

  • @MamboGuy914
    @MamboGuy914 Рік тому

    That sucks sorry to hear that. I recently read a guy that lost 20 expensive piranhas because his City changed something with their tap water

  • @kelvinthangavalloo2529
    @kelvinthangavalloo2529 Рік тому

    So sorry for your loss 😢

  • @pinedita08
    @pinedita08 Рік тому

    Well, lesson learned, add the dechlorinator at the same time the tank is filling up gradually, I am so sorry for your loss men, they were such a bunch of beautifull cichlids that had a lot of time with u, doing the things correctly we can make sure we do not commit this kind of errors again

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. I always put the dechlorinator in before I start adding water. Just got distracted with the video. Now I will use a checklist.

  • @PlainsPup
    @PlainsPup 11 місяців тому

    So sorry to hear about this. Here’s a related story: I remember years ago, I learned the hard way to use only specialty aquarium supplies. I used a brand new kitchen sponge, which turned out to be permeated with chemicals. At the time I had an established tank with an Oscar, Jack Dempsey, convict, jewelfish, and green sunfish. By morning, all the fish were lying on the bottom, and I instantly knew why. I did a 95% water change, and that got rid of most of the poison. The cichlids made a complete recovery, but unfortunately the sunfish died. Lesson learned, made me a better fish keeper. All the best to you and yours, and keep growing!

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  11 місяців тому +1

      Wow I can’t believe any of them made it, but I’m glad they did! Thank you for sharing that and for your encouragement 🥰

  • @DiscusNT
    @DiscusNT Рік тому

    I almost lost my Discus like this. My city randomly doses our water system with extra spikes of cloramine in the spring and fall. You never know when it is coming. Then this happens. Now I use a pretreated 70 gallon reservoir for my water changes to be safe.

  • @danielcaruana4896
    @danielcaruana4896 Рік тому

    Im gutted… im really sorry for your loss ! Unfortunately its part of hobby… make this experience make you stronger and better in fish keeping , im really sad about furc 💔 , hopefully your rebuild better then before !

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, Daniel. I'm really sad about Furc, also. I do have an order coming soon from Ron's Cichlids that will give a lot of new characters to us.

  • @dennispeleg7843
    @dennispeleg7843 Рік тому

    I'm sorry you had to go through this brother. All we can do is learn and work through it pal. I learned in a similar matter with the heater with 24 fish. My venustus also survived. But you'll pull through this pal!
    I know it's a bad time, but have you been able to check water parameters afterwards to see if the cycle crashed also?

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Thank you - sorry to hear about your tragedy as well 😢. I did check them and they are fine. I thought for sure it would have killed off my BB. Ryan, from Squatch’s Cichlids, told me the BB would be fine, and he was right.

    • @dennispeleg7843
      @dennispeleg7843 Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer that's good to hear you're doing good. Hey I know it's too soon but imperial tropical is having the black Friday sale. It'll put you in a better spirit to get back at it. Trust me, I went through it

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      @@dennispeleg7843 thanks! I have some fish coming from Ron’s Cichlids, but it’ll be fun to look anyway.

    • @dennispeleg7843
      @dennispeleg7843 Рік тому

      @@CichlidCharmer keep us updated brother.

  • @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics
    @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics Рік тому

    So sorry for the losses, not just pets. I understand the pain. In words of Rafiki “either you learn from it or you run from it”

  • @MightyMoran
    @MightyMoran Рік тому

    I cried when I watched this... I'm so attached to my African cichlids that I couldn't imagine. I have a shipment coming in that got delayed, and I had nightmares last night because of it. I am so, so sorry for your loss... 😢

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh that is so endearing - thank you. I still tear up when I think about my boys who didn’t make it. I hope your shipment was okay!

  • @hugoboss213
    @hugoboss213 Рік тому

    Sorry for your loss. I had the same thing happen to me! Lost 6 big African Cichlids we are only human

  • @Zaotar1
    @Zaotar1 Рік тому

    Lifelong fish keeper here, I’m so sorry for your loss, I once lost a tank of fish due to somebody else turning off the power and it was terrible. It can happen to anybody, with just one glitch, so don’t beat yourself up and start anew.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      It’s tough isn’t it. Yep I will definitely carry on even though it’s hard to lose these guys.

  • @antoinettevanaswegen8988
    @antoinettevanaswegen8988 Рік тому

    This is so sad, so sorry about your pets that you've lost, it's a very hard thing to go through 😥

  • @rafaelgonzalez4175
    @rafaelgonzalez4175 Рік тому

    I certainly feel that pain. I moved from a rental into a purchased home and the utilities were abrubtly transfered. My fish went 9 days without electricty and I was at work 7 hrs a day. Returning home to agitate my water and change 20 percent as I could I watch my fish slowly but surely lose the battle. By the time I was able to move all my tanks I lost 70 percent of my total stock. Years and years of fishkeeping and in less than two weeks. I have 7 of 10 tanks up and running 9 months later and getting new fish is great but the loss was greater.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      That is terrible and you’re right - new fish are fun, but it doesn’t cover the pain of loss.

  • @dustinmatlock
    @dustinmatlock Рік тому

    Can you smell chlorine in your water? I did this once but only lost one fish. I do 80% water changes. I thought it was something else but I’m almost certain it was the temperature change. I hadn’t been trying to match the temperature and this time of the year the water is colder out of the faucet. So that’s why I think it was temperature related.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      I can smell some chlorine, but not like it has been before - much more mild. I checked the temp and it was on. I use a probe as well

    • @dustinmatlock
      @dustinmatlock Рік тому

      That’s super weird. And nothing added to the water that would remove any oxygen? It almost doesn’t sound like it was your fault. I have a hard time believing it was from chlorine. Maybe something else. The same thing happened to me once. I thought it was temperature but I also added some water clarifier because I stirred the sand around and thought that removed some oxygen. Wait! Did the substrate from some reason get stirred around a bunch while you were gone? I think that can cause an ammonia spike.

  • @zamoranojesus88
    @zamoranojesus88 Рік тому

    I had my fish catastrophe 2 years ago, we had some painters working on the outside of the house. One of the painters decided to open the garage door where I had my fish, what I’m guessing happened that the chemicals being sprayed into the air fell in the tanks, basically lost about 500 fish and I just couldn't get over it. I was very sad to lose all my fish. I had to leave the hobby, sold everything I had, equipment, tanks, I gave things away. It was just devastating for me to remember all my good times in my fish room and all the hard work I put into it disappeared in the blink of an eye. I recently purchased a 60 gallon tank filling happy to return to the fish hobby. 🐠

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh man, I can feel it. Just like I was there. You probably kept thinking, if I had just said keep the doors closed. But who would have thought they would open them! I’m so glad you’re back in it. Thanks for sharing your story.

  • @picturegirl27
    @picturegirl27 Рік тому

    Oh my gosh this made me cry, this is heartbreaking and I'm so sorry. I lost a baby peacock I ordered from Florida (I'm in Oregon) the other day and I'm still upset. They really are our little babies and we do grieve when we lose them

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      Oh no, sorry to hear about your loss as well. Thank you so much ♥️

  • @davonne58
    @davonne58 6 місяців тому

    I'm sorry this happened to you. Did you find out if there was anything extra added to the water by the city? I've heard this happens sometimes, and I've never even considered that being an issue.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  6 місяців тому

      It was just dosed with lots of chlorine. Thanks, Davonne.

  • @vickicoon673
    @vickicoon673 Рік тому

    Oh I just saw your video and I am in tears. 😢
    I’m so so sorry. I know how it hurts….💔

  • @dannyaquatics
    @dannyaquatics Рік тому

    Oh my goodness I'm so sorry to hear about your fish loss. It can happen to everyone. Still I'm so sorry. I'll miss them also.

  • @eccentricsmithy2746
    @eccentricsmithy2746 Рік тому

    This doesn't sound like chlorine. Usually takes hours to almost a day for chlorinated tap water to show signs in fish. I do 80% water changes on a 250 gallon with 39 haps every week with regular chlorinated tap water and add the de-chlorinate after the tank fills (about 20-30min). I been doing the same process for over a decade. I could be wrong, maybe your water has a higher chlorine content, but I think something else was the issue. I never had a fish die due to a water change. I am wondering if the water change disturbed the substrate and released toxic gas/bubbles or sediment into the water that was trapped. On large tanks the pressure of the water holds the gas build up down until you do a water change and the pressure releases.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      It was chlorine. They had just dosed the supply. I could smell it from the tap and then I tasted it 😭

  • @jodymarty3179
    @jodymarty3179 Рік тому

    Sorry for you loses. I have a question. What % of water change were you doing? I had a very close call with my 220 gallon discus tank because of the city making big changes to the water and I assumed all was the same. Ever since then I do much smaller 20% more often. Please consider my advice and do smaller water changes. If u did 20% without adding the dechloranator I doubt anything this bad would happen. But a 50% or more then bad things can happen. But sometimes shit happens and it sucks. I feel terrible for u.

  • @rogerflores1577
    @rogerflores1577 Рік тому

    This has happened to me a few times in the past. I would do a 75% water change and it was like the water would lose oxygen. So what worked for me was heavily aerate the water surface with my power head facing up and that did the trick for me. Also I don’t do more than 50% water change anymore to not stress the fish. Good luck and sorry for your loss.

  • @HickoryTropicals
    @HickoryTropicals Рік тому +1

    Are you on city water or well water? some dechlorinaters most contain sodium thiosulfate which also removes bromines but unfortunately nothing combats Bleach in high doses sometimes water companies use high concentrations of bleach which can kill fish quick most of the time it will evaporate within 24 hrs clorine on the other hand shouldnt have been the culprit im thinking bleach it has happened to me about a year ago not i use barrels to treat my water change water in before i do a water change about 24 hrs ahead of time hope this helps i use Cesco brand Sodium Thiosulfate its easy to mix and does one job dechlorinates almost instantly Sorry for your loss it happens to all of us

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      You sound very knowledgeable. I wish I had a place to store that much water. Thank you!

  • @Shilalsworlduk2012
    @Shilalsworlduk2012 Рік тому

    2 days ago similar situation happened to me in my cichlid tank... 1 dead and all on the floor and some lost their colours and gasping for air when I came back from work. 1st thing I check the water and my Nitrite was really high...so had to think quick, luckily I had a cycled spong filter in my planted tank and Immediately after an hour they started swimming and coming back to life, this was entirely my fault and I take full responsibility, change 2kg new media to my filter and both filters hold 4.5kg, and I did was done both filter changes and water changes all at the same time.... mistake learnt.... sorry for your loss bud😔

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      It is such a sensitive situation, keeping parameters, food, oxygenation, etc. There are going to be slip ups I know. Just sucks when they happen. Glad your guys made it!

  • @TimWillis-b7u
    @TimWillis-b7u Рік тому

    Brother I am so so sorry You've inspired me with your videos and I have purchased four fish just because of your videos I'm so sorry for your loss it's very informative thank you God bless

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      That means SO much to me. It’s people like you who are giving me strength. 🥰

  • @joophuij2594
    @joophuij2594 Рік тому

    I am very sorry for your loss. I think you are a fishkeeper that cares a lot about his animals and takes really good care of them and inspires others to do so as well. I dont think the disaster can be attributed to forgetting to put dechlorinator in the water. Fish can deal with quite high levels of chlorine. Chlorine can kill beneficial bacteria and that in turn can lead to your fish getting poisoned by ammonia. But even that will take at least one hour for your bacteria to get killed. I think your water was contaminated with another pollutant. There was probably nothing you could have done. Kind regards from the Netherlands.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      I was thinking that originally, but then started to doubt. Like I said too, I was sure I had put in the dechlorinator right when this started. By the end of moving everyone, I could no longer remember anything at all. I have a bad memory, but I think the stress just exacerbated it. Now I have to figure out how to get my survivors back in there. I will have to buy a test fish. Oh and also start my cycle. Again.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому

      And thank you for the very kind words!

  • @EggSpotTank
    @EggSpotTank Рік тому

    sorry that you had to go through that situation. have you check the water parameters?

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      Thank you and yes. Update vid coming Saturday where I will go over everything, past present and future.

  • @hanginwithsing1118
    @hanginwithsing1118 Рік тому

    Furc was my favorite and definitely hard to see them go. We all have lost fish. It’s what comes with fish keeping. Take time to mourn them but know they’re in fish heaven now.

    • @CichlidCharmer
      @CichlidCharmer  Рік тому +1

      He was definitely a fan favorite ❤️ I will really miss that guy.