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SubscribeOdd Molly Behavior
Gilbert
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My balloon belly molly is exhibiting the strangest behavior. She will swim face down, with her tail up in the air. At first, I assumed she was ill and others have suggested a swim bladder problem. But now it appears she is doin it on purpose! She can swim quite normally when she wants, and she comes to the surface to eat. She has a normal appetite and appears content.

Anyone else ever see this type of behavior? Or is she sick and I am missing something
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bettachris
 
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like u said my guess is the swim bladder, but if there is no problem just leave it alone.
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houston
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feed her some mushed green peas, or algae sheets, that cory-di uses...a change in diet sometimes helps...hml

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