If it is something I am dead set on breeding, I don't even like to buy if I can't get at least 8 individuals, but 12 is my golden number. For species that are bought in pairs, I try to shoot for three if I can afford it, and two at a minimum.
If you buy six fish and lose one or two due to freak accidents, your odds for a pair are decreasing significantly. And who wants to grow out fish for 7-12 months only to figure out you have all males or females
If you buy six fish and lose one or two due to freak accidents, your odds for a pair are decreasing significantly. And who wants to grow out fish for 7-12 months only to figure out you have all males or females
