Dyed Glassfish, or "disco Fish"
Indian glassy fish sold to hobbyists have often been "painted", which involves injecting coloured dye into the fish's transparent tissue to make them more attractive to hobbyists. These coloured fish are often called "disco fish". Inexperienced fishkeepers are often tricked into believing such fish are natural or that the process is painless and causes no harm. Fish thus treated have suffered trauma and are susceptible to disease, including ich, fin rot and the viral disease Lymphocystis. The artificial coloration often fades within a short time. Healthy, non-"painted" specimens may live three to four years in captivity, but such individuals may be difficult to find in some localities.
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