andysgirl8800
Blenny Badlands
Ok, I am starting to get frustrated. :frustrat: I currently have 2 clowns and 1 hippo tang in my entire 125 tank. This seems like a waste of space and could do with some more fish. However, over the last year, I have tried to introduce some other fish. They all introduce very well, no sign of illnesses, eating well, and swimming out and about with everyone else. However, after a few weeks (6-8) the new kid(s) on the block go into hiding, stop eating, and eventually die. :grumble: Their bodies show no sign of illnesses or injuries. All my parameters are great, nice and stable, no temp swings, stray currents, or other abnomalities. And my clowns and tang are perfectly fine with no changes in behavior. I am beginning to suspect these three BFFs have made a pact to protect their little reef.....to the death of all others. :death: Is this possible? I have not witnessed any obvious bullying or chasing, even after dark. Why is EVERY new fish just a visitor for a short while? Should I trade in this trio and start over?
I have tried to introduce:
mimic tang
decorated rabbit (2)
anthias
kole tang
lieutenant tang
clown goby
tiger goby(2)
I have tried to introduce:
mimic tang
decorated rabbit (2)
anthias
kole tang
lieutenant tang
clown goby
tiger goby(2)