Is there something wrong with my Swordtail?

[Jess]

Hey,

Ive had my two female swordtails for about six months. They were both the same size when i bought them (about an inch) but now one of them has kept growing and is over 2 inches now, but the other one stopped at about 1 &1/2 inches!! Im worried she's sick or something and thats why she's not growing...

They both look healthy and eat well, im just a bit worried about the one not growing as i know this can sometimes indicate a problem... Am i worrying about nothing?! Picture attached shows the size difference!!

Jess

*EDIT - Ok, pic not worked so well lol if you can see that great! Go You! lol if not here's a link to a proper sized one.. http/groups.msn.com/JesssPage/fishpix.ms...oto&PhotoID=235

I must learn how to post pics without the 'attach' option!lol

 

[cometcattle]

I would say nothing is wrong. My baby female swords, from the batch I saved, vary in size, some are twice as big as the others. As long as you don't see any signs of illness or stress, you should be fine.

Beautiful Swords, BTW.

 

[Jess]

Lol.. im over reacting again then! Ive been worrying about her for ages, thought i should probably ask for some other opinions!

I shall keep an eye on her and make sure she carries on eating etc, but i guess i dont have anything to worry about really! Thanks!

Jess

P.S. They are pretty! Brighten up the tank... My brother thinks they're goldfish though...

 

[Sasha]

Fish grow at different rates, so I don't think there's a problem.

 

[Final Dynazty]

Yeah i wouldn't worry if i was you.

 

[Jess]

Ok! Thanks guys... I worry too much!!! lol