Description
Fluke-EX Koi & Pond Fish Fluke Treatment – 100g
Fluke treatment for koi and ornamental pond fish from Vetark. Fluke-EX is a highly effective treatment designed to target harmful skin and gill flukes. Suitable for koi, goldfish and other ornamental pond fish, Fluke-EX helps control common parasitic fluke infestations and supports the return to healthy pond fish.
A single 100g tub treats up to 25,000 litres (5,500 gallons), making it an economical solution for both hobbyists and professional pond keepers. The easy-to-use formula is ideal for treating outbreaks of skin and gill flukes that can cause flashing, rubbing, excess mucus, breathing difficulties, and irritation.
Key Features
- Effective treatment for skin and gill flukes
- Suitable for koi, goldfish, and ornamental pond fish
- 100g treats up to 25,000 litres (5,500 gallons)
- Easy-to-dose powdered formula
- Trusted Vetark quality
- Ideal for maintaining a healthy pond environment
Fluke Treatment for Koi – Ideal For
- Koi ponds
- Ornamental fish ponds
- Treating fluke infestations
- Routine pond health management
Product Specifications
- Brand: Vetark
- Product: Fluke-EX
- Weight: 100g
- Coverage: Up to 25,000 litres (5,500 gallons)
- Target Parasites: Skin flukes (Gyrodactylus) and gill flukes (Dactylogyrus)
Keep your pond fish healthy and thriving with Fluke-EX, an effective fluke treatment for koi and other ornamental pond fish affected by skin and gill flukes.
Please read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions before use. Remove activated carbon or UV sterilisation where recommended during treatment.
How to Identify Flukes on Koi
Skin and gill flukes are common parasites that can affect koi and other ornamental pond fish. Signs of a fluke infestation may include flashing or rubbing against surfaces, excess mucus, clamped fins, irritation and changes in behaviour. Gill flukes can also affect the gills and may contribute to increased breathing or respiratory distress in heavily affected fish.
Where possible, a microscope skin scrape and gill examination should be used to confirm the presence of parasites before treatment. Correct identification helps ensure that the appropriate treatment is selected rather than treating the pond unnecessarily.
Treating Skin and Gill Flukes in Koi
Fluke treatment for koi should be carried out only after checking the pond conditions and identifying the likely parasite. Before using Fluke-EX, accurately calculate the volume of your pond so that the correct amount of treatment can be used. Always follow the dosage and treatment instructions supplied with the product.
During treatment, maintain good water quality and adequate aeration, and observe your fish carefully for any changes in behaviour. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding UV sterilisation, activated carbon, water changes and any other treatments or pond additives.
After completing treatment, koi can be checked again using a microscope scrape to help determine whether the flukes have been successfully controlled. Remember that skin flukes and gill flukes have different life cycles, so follow the manufacturer’s guidance regarding any repeat treatment that may be required.
Why Treating Flukes Is Important
Untreated fluke infestations can cause continued irritation and stress to koi and other pond fish. Skin flukes attach to the skin and can cause increased mucus production, flashing and irritation, while gill flukes affect the delicate gill tissue and may contribute to breathing difficulties.
Using an appropriate fluke treatment for koi can help control an identified infestation and allow affected fish to recover. Good pond management is also important. Regularly check water quality, maintain filtration and observe your koi for changes in behaviour, appetite, breathing or appearance.
New koi should also be carefully inspected and quarantined where possible before being introduced to an established pond. This can help reduce the risk of introducing parasites to your existing fish collection.
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