rb in a 20gallon?

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arowana man

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the guys at my lfs a RB will live in a 20 for life by its self. is this right. i put him in a 20 like they said but it doesnt seem right.
 
IMO LFS will tell you anything to make the sale. for a sinlge RBP for life IMO would go for 55gallon.

that give him plenty of hiding space, plenty of swimming space, etc...and happy.
 
lol. kool. another exuse to get anouther tank. he's about 4'' now. i got him at 2''.
 
he does look a little pissed.
 
dont they get about 12''
 
arowana man;1274157; said:
dont they get about 12''


Yes they do but NOT in 20gallon.

let me give you a sample.

putting him in 20gallon is like putting yourself and live in a closet or bathroom by yourself. it is to small , stress out, not happy.

If you have a single piranha in 75gallon keep him well feed with variety different food, 30-50% water change weekly, good water parameter, etc....he will get to 12" or so within 2 years or so (could take longer).
 
i might have to look into another 75.
 
so i guess im stunting his growth:(
 
I can promise you that he will never hit to 6" or bigger in 20gallon..or not ever close.
 
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