[UPDATE]Another Problem UGHHHHHHH

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by JJL, Mar 23, 2011.

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  1. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    That would be a lot of fish for a tank that probably isn't more than 26gallons when you figure displacement of rocks.
     
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  3. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Sorry about your situation. I loved my CB angel. But I agree that finding a new home would be the best thing to do.
     
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  4. JJL

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    Yea your probably right...5 would be pushing it...Any suggestions on fish though?
    I am probably going to have to bring my CB back because of aggresion :(
    Some people suggested gobys, but I am not really a big fan of gobys or blennies that just stay at the bottom :(
     
  5. Zander

    Zander Spaghetti Worm

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    Another option is getting a separating net like screening and put the CB on lock down. I did this with a flame anglefish to tame it because I introduced him as one of my first real fish...huge mistake huge bully. Takes about 2-3 weeks.

    You could possibly get rid of the CB and reintroduce another one at a later date after the RG has established itself and is no longer in fear.
     
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    Zander Spaghetti Worm

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    I also would recommend a firefish, beautiful color!

    Easy and peaceful!

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  7. inwall75

    inwall75 Giant Squid

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    That same CB angel might be a model citizen in a 90. One advantage I have when I have jerk fish is I'll put them in with a fish that's a LOT bigger than them and give them an "attitude" adjustment. Some fish go right back to being a jerk. Other fish learn their lesson. There's a very good chance that your LFS can find a great home for it.
     
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  9. JJL

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    Yup I definately agree with you that tank size has to do with it.
     
  10. JJL

    JJL Purple Tang

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    So I have made the FINAL decision to remove my coral beauty angelfish from the tank. I am going to the LFS tomorrow. My RG really seems to be getting picked on. He is hiding in the corner. Do you think he will come out and swim once I remove the CB? Also do you think it is fair for my LFS to give me some credit? If so how much credit do you think is a fair deal? Thanks...I know a lot of questions :)
    JJL
     
  11. Corailline

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    I think that chances are good the RG will show it's self more once the aggression is gone. I would be diplomatic in your reason for returning the fish to the store. They may not want an aggressive fish, which might be just fine in another set-up, so choice your words.

    I would expect at least 20.00 in credit.
     
  12. JJL

    JJL Purple Tang

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    Thanks for the answer! After I give the CB back I will wait a while before adding anoter fish because I want to give the RG a chance to fully relax and acclimate. $20 seems pretty fair to me...