pricing a breeding pair of Hoplarchus psittacus

[fish speaker]

I have 2 breeding pairs of psittacus (Venezuelan), and someone local has expressed an interest in buying one of the pairs. These are some big fish...probably 10"+ each fish, and not commonly spawned. Any ideas what I should ask for them? I got them from Rapps over 2 years ago, at which time I think they were priced at $50 each.

The person who says he wants them is someone I believe will take good care of them, so I would consider selling to him. I've bought several fish from him, so I want to be fair.

Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[tydus]

I say around $150-250 in my opinion.

 

[Modest_Man]

Individually I've seen larger single fish going for 80-120, so double that and tack on a bit and I think it's fair. Probably around $200. But then I don't buy or sell fish looking to make profit.

 

[Peanut_Power]

I'd say $200 minimum man. They are great fish, definitely not common, and being a breeding pair makes them that much more desireable! Best of luck to whoever decides to get them!!

 

[robmcd]

Yup, 2 bills minimum.

 

[fish speaker]

Thanks for the replies.

 

[ewok]

wow.... just wow.... i wish i had the space... seriously seriously wish i had the space.

i would ask for $400 man

 

[labiatus55]

250-300, definately

 

[Camphilophus]

I was thinking $200 too, they're not that expensive anymore.

 

[Tongue33]

I'd say $200 minimum man. They are great fish, definitely not common, and being a breeding pair makes them that much more desireable! Best of luck to whoever decides to get them!!

I agree with this BARE And Desperate minimum...