Illness question about African Dwarf Frog.
Last night I noticed that one of my African Dwarf Frogs had paler than usual skin in certain areas on his back, and he'd been spending more time near the surface. He's always been more prone to hiding in plants, less active, or found sleeping near the top more often than the other frogs, but has always looked to be in good health, and has a good appetite, despite being somewhat of a loner.
When I went to feed them last night is when I noticed he wasn't coming out to eat like other two, and noticed this discoloration on his skin. They are all pretty tame, and come to be fed by the turkey baster. The other two wandered out of hiding to come and get their food, but they always tend to be really greedy, while the potentially sick one would always take his time. He took longer than usual, but after awhile he found his way on the bottom and was pursuing the turkey baster like the others.
I did some research into bacterial/fungal infections. It might be that, but I am also wondering if he could just be shedding awkwardly, or is it possible this could be a result of a fight? I tend to put the food more on the bottom now, because occasionally there'd be brawls I would have to break up when feeding them directly from the baster to their mouth. I have never noticed any injuries though.
I did a 25% water change and have put in 2 tablespoons of freshwater aquarium salt (10 gallon tank). The pH is around 6.8, the ammonia reads 0, and the temperature is around 76F. I have no means of heating a hospital tank, but I have a suitable enclosure otherwise...
I have attached a picture of him, hopefully someone can help me out!
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