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Question
why is my goldfish's fin tearing. cause one morning i got up and looked in the tank the fish's fin was teared. can u help me.                                                               -taran b

Answer
Hey Taran

This is the saltwater section, but i can still help you

if the fins have white or red edging, its fin rot, which is caused by dirty water. if this is the case, do a 50% water change and add medications. if its just torn, sounds like someones picking on him