Mandarin

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by jborlace, Sep 28, 2014.

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  1. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    My WC Mandys were always very shy.Over the years they get better.As in better I mean you could at least catch a glimpse of them once in a while.The ORA version while still somewhat timid are much more "trusting". The ORA Mandy's may stop eating prepared foods though at some point so IMO they should only be kept by someone willing to put the time and money into it.Less of both is needed in the proper sized and stocked tank.:)
     
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  3. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    Its not really that surprising actually.The other types of animals you have (some of which may have never been seen before as they come from different regions) is why you see unpredictable behaviors (there are of course other factors to this).It is unatural for them to live in glass boxes.Add to that some tangs angels,butterflys,etc.. are schooling fish that we are keeping singly. They don't know how to act when they are alone or see unknown animals in "there" teritory..lol
     
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