why is my gramma always upside down

[speedster]

Got a Royal Gramma a month ago, and it's always swimming upside down near the top. Tank's a 30-gallon with 1.025 salinity, 78°F, ammonia 0, nitrite 0, nitrate 10. Other tankmates are two Clowns and a Cleaner Shrimp. No aggression, but this dude's just vibing inverted. What's the deal?

[legendry]

That's sketchy, man. My Gramma did that once when the flow was too strong. You got a powerhead or wave maker in there? Maybe it's struggling with the current.

[lumbert]

Could be swim bladder issues. What's your feeding routine like? Overfeeding or low-quality food might mess with their buoyancy. Try soaking pellets in garlic guard to boost appetite.

[onyxia]

That's sketchy, man. My Gramma did that once when the flow was too strong. You got a powerhead or wave maker in there? Maybe it's struggling with the current.

Flow's a good point. Also, check for parasites. Brookynella or flukes can cause erratic swimming. A freshwater dip might help if it's early stages.

[onyxia]

That's sketchy, man. My Gramma did that once when the flow was too strong. You got a powerhead or wave maker in there? Maybe it's struggling with the current.

Flow's a good point. Also, check for parasites. Brookynella or flukes can cause erratic swimming. A freshwater dip might help if it's early stages.

[onyxia]

That's sketchy, man. My Gramma did that once when the flow was too strong. You got a powerhead or wave maker in there? Maybe it's struggling with the current.

Flow's a good point. Also, check for parasites. Brookynella or flukes can cause erratic swimming. A freshwater dip might help if it's early stages.

[stormbolt]

Mine did this after a water change with slightly off params. Double-check your salinity and temp match exactly. Even small swings can stress them out.

[stormbolt]

Mine did this after a water change with slightly off params. Double-check your salinity and temp match exactly. Even small swings can stress them out.

[Razorthin]

Grammas are weirdos sometimes. If params are solid and no signs of disease, it might just be a quirk. Mine hangs upside down in the cave like a bat. As long as it's eating and active, I wouldn't sweat it yet.

[speedster]

Thanks for the tips, y'all. Gonna dial back the flow and try the garlic soak. Will update if it chills out.