Affordable solution for an Armatus?

Fishes33 · Apr 20, 2014

Do you think this is a plausible solution for keeping an Armatus for 2-3 years, at least till it reach 2ft in length?

As I don't want to invest thousands in a tank at the moment.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/6-by-2-Flexi...305?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27ddfb82d1

ShadowStryder · Apr 20, 2014

Think I would want something rigid. Also how are you going to view if you constantly have to keep the top on to prevent it jumping out.
I would look more into a pool or stock tank that was able to support a plexi glass cover.

Fishes33 · Apr 20, 2014

As mention in the ads, it comes with a mesh lid that can zip down onto the stock tank. (it prevent Koi from jumping out too)

Fishes33 · Apr 20, 2014

Also, an Armatus' jaw structure is design to grab and immobilizing prey, so it can swallow whole. It isn't like the piranha where they grab and slice thru flesh.

A frantic Armatus would jump or desperately rubbing their nose against the surface in attempt to escape and it never extend their jaw fully. In contrast, a piranha will pull back their lip and it will bite their way thru.

So I don't think an Armatus will have the power or will to bit thru the latex linear.

Otherone · Apr 20, 2014

to answer your question No - even the sales pitch says temporary 2-3 years isn't temp - however the true use of the word diameter is not being used. if you look at the picture the 2ft sidewall looks larger then the circle top the actual diameter looks more like 2ft aswell - what they should have said was 6ft in circumference.

Fishes33 · Apr 20, 2014

If that's the case, then that thing has less than 2ft in diameter! :O

zapantha · Apr 20, 2014

ShadowStryder said:
Think I would want something rigid. Also how are you going to view if you constantly have to keep the top on to prevent it jumping out.
I would look more into a pool or stock tank that was able to support a plexi glass cover.

+1 , for that price you might as well try to find a 300 gallon Rubbermaid stock tub

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Chicxulub · Apr 20, 2014

zapantha said:
+1 , for that price you might as well try to find a 300 gallon Rubbermaid stock tub

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This.

Your farm store for a new one or Craigslist for a used one.

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amazontank · Apr 20, 2014

Fishes33 said:
Do you think this is a plausible solution for keeping an Armatus for 2-3 years, at least till it reach 2ft in length?

As I don't want to invest thousands in a tank at the moment.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/6-by-2-Flexi...305?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27ddfb82d1

Absolutely that will not work. Please try and find a scratched up 240++. Also the growth rate is amazing and there appetite can be ferocious. Keep us posted and good luck!!!!

Fishes33 · Apr 22, 2014

amazontank said:
Absolutely that will not work. Please try and find a scratched up 240++. Also the growth rate is amazing and there appetite can be ferocious. Keep us posted and good luck!!!!

I see! I found an used water bin in local ads for a very good price, 54" L x 36" W x 18" H, is that a good footprint? If so, next is transportation issue!!! >.<"


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