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Two dottybacks?
Does anyone have experience with putting two dottybacks in one tank. I am interested in getting a Fridmani (Orchid) dottyback, and maybe a Flavivertex (Sunrise) dottyback. Also, could I keep 2 Fridmani in the same tank. These would be going in my 40 Breeder with lots of places to hide.
I know someone with 2 Fridmani in a 120, but would they work in a smaller tank. I know nothing will work 100% of the time, but what are the chances? Any info would be greatly appreciated. I posted a similar thread in the fishes forum, but got little response THX |
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I used to have a matted pair of the Sunrise DottyBacks and that was cool, but eventually they became unmated and one went disappearing. I don't think you will have much luck with multiple Dottybacks. I don't due dotty backs anymore. I lost all my innverts over a weekend from the remaining Sunrise Dotty back after he had a temporary stay when I was moving. He tore apart my tiger pistol, coral banded, cleaner shrimps, everything.
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I have 3 dottybacks in a 180.
I'm not sure about in a 40 gallon. If you do attempt it, I would definitely go with two different species (unless of course you can find a pair).
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Hi Mudskipper1,
I would not suggest putting more than 1 Orchid/Fridmani in a 40g. Orchids and Neons are more territorial and will kill there own kind and other dottybacks. Your best bet is captive bred Sunrise Dottybacks. You may be able to do 2 in a 40g. They are still territorial but will probably just chase and not shred each other. I have had success with 3 captive bred Sunrise dottybacks in a 75g and 2 have spawned within 3 months of adding them. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions. Nick www.cultivatedcoral.com Cultivated Coral Inc. |
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so which is less aggressive? The Sunrise or orchid? Premium aquatics says that the sunrise is more aggressive, but idk.
So orchids would not be likely to form a mated pair?
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Mudskipper1,
In my experience the Sunrise is much less aggressive then the Orchid. Captive bred in general are less aggressive than wild caught. Unless you have a guaranteed mated pair of orchids your chances of getting 2 individual orchids to mate before they kill each other will be a shot in the dark. Good luck. Nick www.cultivatedcoral.com |
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I have three P. Fridmani in my 125 gall reef. At times they do chase each other around. They were all placed into the tank at the same time.
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does anyone have any experience with two dottybacks in a smaller tank like less than 50 gal. or so?
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anyone?
Thx for the help
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I tried it trying to get spawning pairs and ended up with more dead fish than I like. Proceed with extreme caution and make sure you can get the weaker fish out.
And that was with more 'peaceful' dotties........ |
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I ended up getting an orchid dottyback, and a Canary Blenny. Both were aquacultured from www.Saltwaterfish.com They should arrive on thursday, and lets hope they are friendly to each other and the clowns. Thank you for all your help
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