Sad News

Before you comment, please understand that I'm upset and can't take criticism, advice, or mean comments at the moment. I know it may seem stupid or weird to care so much and make a post about a fish. But, hopefully by reading the full post, you will understand my reasoning for adoring this fish.

Most people know that we have a large freshwater fish tank in our living room. It holds two Long Skirt Tetras, three Zebra Danios, four Tiger Barbs, and one Rainbow Shark. The Rainbow Shark, Toothless is probably the most famous out of the bunch. I knew this day would come, as she's been looking worse and worse each day. Before, you scream "Maybe she's sick and needs medicine!". Toothless is 6.5 years old, and is simply dying of old age, judging by the various signs she's showing. Rainbow Sharks lifespans are around 4-6 years, if they are well cared for. I'm not saying they can't live longer, but that's just the average. We've dealt with sick fish in the past, and it is not the cause of Toothless dying.


So, as you can tell, Toothless hasn't died just yet. But, judging by her behavior, and the way she's swimming; I'd say she has about 12 hours-2 days maximum, unfortunately. Now onto some things to say about dear old Toothless, and why she's our favorite fish we've ever owned (not including the bettas).

She's 6 inches long, is active day and night, and isn't shy like some sharks are. When we bought Toothless in 2010, we originally thought she was a male. But, after observing her behavior, and other aspects, we found out she was a female. I'm a huge HTTYD fan, that's where she got the name.

Toothless gets along with all of the other fish. Though, she has to do an inspection whenever we bring in new fish lol. She's the boss of the tank, and we've jokingly called her the Loch Ness Monster.


I know quite of few of you have been fans of Toothless ever since I first mentioned her. So, I felt it necessary to let everyone know of her soon to be passing.

Thank you so much for loving Toothless as much as I have all these years.

Here's a little bonus tribute to her, made by a friend of mine



If I can find the pictures I've taken of her, then I will post them c: