Paddlefish.....
- Thread starter grmanrocks
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Keep in mind that these fish get very large, and by large I'm talkin' 5 feet. Not to mention you'll probably need to keep them in a round aquarium to better suit them and their swimming pattern. These fish do NOT do well in square tanks. They we'll get stuck in the corners and can potentially harm themselves.
I had 2 and getting them feeding was my issue but it's because I was ill prepared.
Decent size tank and getting them feeding early on will be the biggest issues. But sounds like you're well prepared and know what you're doing.
Decent size tank and getting them feeding early on will be the biggest issues. But sounds like you're well prepared and know what you're doing.
I have 120 paddlefish at 6 inches for sale. I can send them anywhere within the USA accept Hawaii. You might have to cope with the local regulations. See my web site at: http://floridapaddlefish.com for information about the fish in Florida. I will take $30 each for them. I think they would be great for a small pond or koi deal. They love ice water and can take 90 degree hot water if the O2 levels are there. If it gets to big then have a fish fry.
This is one of those fish that should not be available to the public. The fish just has no chance in a home aquarium.
Simon: I can ship to Canada with air cargo but it is never cheap. These fish should be available to the public for Koi ponds because of the way they eat and their size. Yes even the aquarium at Epcot center was to small. These paddlefish can grow as much as 10 to 20 pounds a year.
For the people interested in getting some paddlefish then go to my web site at: http://www.boxlotfish.com/airline_info.php to figure out the shipping via air cargo. I would also suggest a cheap swimming pool. My email is: aquahumic@cs.com
