136 THE GOLDFISH AND ITS CULTURE. 
When we wish to assist natufe to heal a wound, we must 
bear in mind that a warm-temperature is most favorable for 
that purpose, and is also favorable for the growth of 
fungi, which would certainly collect on the wound and reduce 
the chances of complete recovery. As an additional guard 
against the formation of fungus, table-salt, in quantities men- 
tioned above in treating asphyxia, is good, as also is a solu- 
tion of carbolic acid, five drops to the gallon of water. 
We conclude this description of the various diseases with 
the homely phrase, ‘‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound 
of cure,” so bearing that in mind, one will see to it that 
his aquaria and ponds do not suffer from neglect, as that always 
tells upon the fish. 
