CB Congis graduate to the big tank

[magpie]

So happy they weren't eaten!

I find it interesting that there are still external gills in them at that size.

 

[clm08k]

So happy they weren't eaten!

I find it interesting that there are still external gills in them at that size.

+1 to the external gills. hehe.

Burbotman , you should write a book(or thread) on how to care for polys. Your's always grow like weeds, have remarkable coloration, and thrive for several years. :] great to see everyone is growing well and getting along!

 

[Burbotman]

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So happy they weren't eaten!

I find it interesting that there are still external gills in them at that size.

Although I have never lost a poly to canibalization I was relived when they grew out of the "danger" zone. Never feeding live foods
Definitely cuts down on the risk of large bichirs eating new smaller tankmates
with respect to the gills my smaller weeksii kept hers until the 13" mark.

+1 to the external gills. hehe.

Burbotman , you should write a book(or thread) on how to care for polys. Your's always grow like weeds, have remarkable coloration, and thrive for several years. :] great to see everyone is growing well and getting along!

Thank you but you are far too generous. I would say that I am a very patient Bichir keeper. Where I am the only option is to buy very small and grow out. It all starts with selecting good potential fish, I always look for the biggest ones in a new batch. Avoid fish that have been held in the LFS for an extended period of time from there it is being religious with water changes, great filtration and finding the right feeding regime for your situation.

 

[clm08k]

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Although I have never lost a poly to canibalization I was relived when they grew out of the "danger" zone. Never feeding live foods
Definitely cuts down on the risk of large bichirs eating new smaller tankmates
with respect to the gills my smaller weeksii kept hers until the 13" mark.



Thank you but you are far too generous. I would say that I am a very patient Bichir keeper. Where I am the only option is to buy very small and grow out. It all starts with selecting good potential fish, I always look for the biggest ones in a new batch. Avoid fish that have been held in the LFS for an extended period of time from there it is being religious with water changes, great filtration and finding the right feeding regime for your situation.

You are welcome. Just telling you what I think. :] Really enjoy seeing your bichirs and hearing your tips. Your patience and care definitely reflects in your bichirs.

Never thought about avoiding the longtime LFS fish. For some reason I always thought it was the other way around! Thank you for sharing.