Picasso trigger not growing

[Benny748]

Was wondering if anyone can help? I have a Picasso trigger which has been in my tank for over 15 months now and hasn't noticeably grown since the day i got him/her. I have read that these triggers are slow growing, but surly after 15 months i should see some growth! Its about 2 inch in size and at least 2 years old. Its not a particularly greedy fish, but is chunky so i assume is receiving enough food. Would appreciate any info or advice. Many thanks.

[Dmorty217]

Did you treat the trigger with Prazipro ever? Do you QT fish?

[deepblue68]

If its chunky I wouldnt be too concerned. I have one for three years now and hasn't grown to fast but its fat and eats well. I would say grew about 1 1/2 in in three years.

[deepblue68]

What are you feeding and how many times a day? These are very active fish.

[Benny748]

What are you feeding and how many times a day? These are very active fish.

I feed my fish 2 times a day and always vary it. Dried nori, mysis, new era pellets, chopped prawns. Thanks.

[Benny748]

Did you treat the trigger with Prazipro ever? Do you QT fish?

I don't quarantine. And I've only ever treated the tank with seachem cupramine, with fantastic results!

[triggerfreak]

sounds fine.Mine has not grown either and my past one were the same way.I had one for like 5 years and only grew a inch or so.

[Benny748]

Ideal. Thanks for the reply.

[PIPSTER]

It's probably a good thing. I've heard the ones that grow to 10" like to wreck your rock and tank, and spit sand all over the coral, (if you have any), and badger the other fish.