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title: "My whale fin is losing its color and is almost completely yellow. I…"
description: "My whale fin is losing its color and is almost completely yellow. I repotted it and it wasn’t overly wet, so I don’t think it’s been overwatered. Any…"
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author: "Lizzard"
published: "2026-06-22T20:39:51.807199Z"
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# My whale fin is losing its color and is almost completely yellow. I…

_Posted by Lizzard on 2026-06-22_

My whale fin is losing its color and is almost completely yellow. I repotted it and it wasn’t overly wet, so I don’t think it’s been overwatered. Any thoughts?! I’ve had it about 5 years and have already given away 3 pups!

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## 4 comments

### I love plants commented on 2026-06-22

Could be lack of light?

### Phil commented on 2026-06-22

Normally the yellow is caused by overwatering. You said the soil was not overly wet, the soil should be totally dry between waterings. And a cactus/ succulent soil mix, which looks like you may already be using. As for light, that should be very bright light. Morning sun would be great, not afternoon sun.

### Lizzard commented on 2026-06-22

Thanks! I’m going to try to dry it out.

### EllenLikesPlants commented on 2026-06-23

So strange! I have a whale fin too and it’s pretty dark. I’d say too much light maybe?

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