Are these rays really the same species?

[Warrensmentor]

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[hereticlosmorte]

ah, it's because it's still so young. at that age their disc is still thin enough for light to pass through. as it gets older, you will see the underside darken.

 

[Warrensmentor]

Good good! I just found out I'm getting free tickets to the baltimore aquarium!! I'm going tomorrow and I'll post pics.

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[FishDog]

The only true way to ID a retic is by the size of the flap on the side of it's tail. Markings vary so much that they cannot be used to ID. I think he is awesome looking and think he should be in your tank already. A fat retic at that size with those markings is rare.

 

[Warrensmentor]

You are absolutely right. I've been fighting it all week but I'm going to get it. I'll try to negotiate a bit first, but its coming home. Do I need to be concerned about having two males?

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[valderi123]

I wouldn't worry about two males. thats a good looking retic

 

[Warrensmentor]

I can't believe I'm saying this, but if I had to rehome one then I think I would choose to keep the new ray! How bizarre!

I too think they will be fine though.

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[Warrensmentor]

I got the new retic! He and my other ray are good buddies it seems. Check them out.






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[Tor-Eriik]

Looked way darker in your tank then when it was in the store. Looks damn good anyhow tho! Grats on your new family member!

 

[Warrensmentor]

Thanks! I just need to find a worthy female and I'll become the most notorious retic breeder on the east coast.

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