How big should I go?

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How do you know an animal with a brain as small and primitive as a fish notices beyond having to turn around due to an obstacle?
That’s all it has to notice...that there’s an obstacle. And an extra amount of space before having to encounter it makes a huge difference.
 
That does not answer the question.
How could a bigger tank not be more beneficial?
It answers the question perfectly. Because it is a fish it doesn’t deserve better treatment.
Also, aros are known to be more intelligent than most other fish, if I’m not mistaken.
 
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That’s all it has to notice...that there’s an obstacle. And an extra amount of space before having to encounter it makes a huge difference.
So a fish being able to swim for a split second longer before turning around makes a huge difference? If you were arguing between a 300 and a 3000, I’d agree, but an extra couple feet for a 3’ fish is very insignificant
 
The benefit other than being able to go a little longer between WCs is negligible
More stable water conditions and being less cramped and having a little more room to swim would all be beneficial. I seem to be drawn in to the 300 v 500 gallon debate when in reality I feel both are totally unsuitable for a fish like and aro. Personally I feel a large pond is much more suitable captive arrangement.
I'd rather see them not for sale in local fish stores.
 
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300 to 500 is a difference, maybe not big for a huge fish, but in my opinion every bit counts.
We aren’t going to agree here, so I see no point in further arguing.
M Mkvc I hope you got something out of this.
If you have any questions about the rest of the stocking feel free to ask (and hopefully we can help without pointless arguments).
 
More stable water conditions and being less cramped and having a little more room to swim would all be beneficial. I seem to be drawn in to the 300 v 500 gallon debate when in reality I feel both are totally unsuitable for a fish like and aro. Personally I feel a large pond is much more suitable captive arrangement.
I'd rather see them not for sale in local fish stores.
If the argument is 300g vs a large pond, I 100% agree, that’s why I never got an aro although I’ve wanted one for 20 years
 
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