Would like to get some general info on stingrays such as fresh/brackish species, diet, tank size and necessities. I know these questions are broad but just now starting my research..... Also, what species would be good for a beginner?
Can u guys help me out?
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id say a motoro would be a good starter ray
minimum tank size would be 180 gallon but prerably a 300 would suit it
nitates shouldnt exceed 20ppm's as rays are sensitive to high level of nitate in their water
minimum tank size would be 180 gallon but prerably a 300 would suit it
nitates shouldnt exceed 20ppm's as rays are sensitive to high level of nitate in their water
Motoros and leopoldis are good hardy rays. I highly recommend motoros that have been in your local lfs in a few weeks. Make sure that there are no recessed hole in the forehead and pelvic bones do not stick out ( if possible ).
redtailfool said:
agreed, a healthy ray should be a fatass and want to eat with the heart of an elephant
Its ok to have pelvic bones sticking out as newly imported rays are most likely skinny as long as it has a good appetite. But i wouldnt buy a ray with a recessed forehead. That is beyond skinny.
i agree with the room plus ask the lfs how long they had the ray and tell them to feed the fish before you buy.redtailfool said:
Take a look at my site their is all you want to know ( at least most of it ) and look on the different sites on the internet.
Regards
Frank
Regards
Frank
puffer_girl said:
This should help you it's simple and easy to understand ! you can further look into other species via google !
http://www.tcp-ip.or.jp/~y-miura/fws/Esyurui.html#reticulata
And check out the tail too if its infected or not. Cuz when they import them, they cut the tail of so not to get stung by it.
