New Gar/Tank Mates

OhioMFK

Gambusia
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Hey all, just wanted to share some photos of my first gar. I believe he is a Florida as I have never seen a true spotted. I have him on feeders until I make make the transition to processed foods. I hope to get him on pellets sooner than later. As far as tank mates go do you think a Redfin Pickerel would last until the Gar gets to big? I believe the 75 hes in now is a good start for his step ups. Im new to gars so please share your experiences so I know what to expect.

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jpcampbell123

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a 75 is a good start for a florida congrats on the new fish. i have a longnose coming here tuesdsay and 180 would work for a florida for a while some do get over 2ft but usually in captivity they are under 3 ft
 

OhioMFK

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Thanks I apreciate it! I have to admit they behave different than any other fish ive had. He/she is doing good so far. Has signs of stress on the fins, any idea of how long for them to rebound? I am assuming it was from shipping. In your opinion what are acceptable tank mates. Ive heard alot of poeple say Bichar, however I saw someone mention a BGK if they are close to the same size. My wife loves BGKs. Are you going to do a pond for your longnose eventually?

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jpcampbell123

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yeah been wanting to do a longnose pond for a while still looking for more longnoses too have not had much catching any small ones locally birchars normally do pretty good with gars, also avoid keeping plecos with them sometimes plecos will suck on the slime of fish. gars do not mix well with cichlids or arrows. i am also debating on adding some gator gars too,

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