Newb question

Caseyslow

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Oct 5, 2011
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As the title says im a newb to the gar world. I had purchased a supposed alligator gar about a month ago(will get pics to identify as soon as I can get a camera). But my question has to do with gars shedding. I thought I had read something about it in another post but not sure. Well when I woke up this morning and looked in the tank I noticed that the gar was much brighter than the night before. Is this normal or should I be worried? :confused:Any help will be much appreciated.
 

arowanaryan

Piranha
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Aug 30, 2011
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My gar is also a supposed alligator gar but I think he is more likely an over priced Florida Gar. What your are describing seems to be fairly normal, sometimes I notice that my gar is a little brighter or sometimes not as bright depending on the lighting in the tank and what/how much he ate. I wouldn't be worried if I were you.
 

ampthefrogguy

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Feb 27, 2011
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My gar losing practically all his coloring when the lights are out...and then about 10 minutes after the lights go back on he is back to full vibrance. this has happened with all three gars ive had. my guess is some kind of way of not standing out at night...
 
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