Tang Police - Questions

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by Reefbuilder, Mar 6, 2016.

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  1. DSC reef

    DSC reef Giant Squid

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    I think the Achilles tang will be your trouble maker mike. If you have trouble you can always remove a fish.
     
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    Reefbuilder Scooter Blennie

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    I am so torn...
     
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    DSC reef Giant Squid

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    I would take away the sailfin if you decide to remove a tang. I've seen them get a taste for zoas, star polyps, ect. I know it's weird but it's true. The Achilles and purple are show stoppers. The Achilles tang is my wife's favorite.
     
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  4. 79chopperdr

    79chopperdr Plankton

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    IME the real problem is when one fish is established and then you try to add more. If it was me I would add all on the same day, they would all be new to the tank and slightly more timid with no established terrotories. Also with zebrosomas multiples is better IMO, there inevitably be one that is the most aggressive. With multiple fish for the top dog to keep in check it lessens the aggression than say the tog dog picking on a single fish continually.

    Good luck
     
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