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Mohawk Mama - Molting issue?


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Found this girl this morning with her new racing stripe/mohawk.

 

Haven't heard of a longitudinal line being a molt issue (at least not the traditional behind-the-head crack). But it sure looks like the shell is thicker down that midline, and either didn't come off properly... or won't the next time she molts. :unsure: Is there a known cause for this? Is it what I think it is or something else?

 

Today's readings:

Temp: 72

TDS 214

gH 5

kH 2

(will do the others if wanted, usually ammo 0, nitrites 0, nitrates 5-10)

 

Currently using Fluval Shrimp Mineral, although hoping to upgrade to SS gH/kH when ready for my next purchase.

 

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That would be awesome news! It's just new, hadn't seen it before, although I'm obviously new at this. :D

She's still going about her business normally, but I sure was worried about her.

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So, is this a generally desirable trait or kind of a niche preference?

I have to say, I prefer the uniform look (although she does look pretty rockin') so I know I'd likely cull her if/when I have enough and somewhere to cull to. :) But would others value this trait? In reds, or just yellows?

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