mantis story part 1

Discussion in 'General Reef Topics' started by hoodoo, Oct 21, 2004.

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  1. hoodoo

    hoodoo Fire Shrimp

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    well, I'm not a monster, so I was quite careful. I know that there was part of one of his arms missing (already when I got it).
    It looks like quite a bit is missing. Probably seems that way because I can see him better ;)
    he seems fine now
     
    hoodoo, Oct 21, 2004
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  2. hoodoo

    hoodoo Fire Shrimp

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    ah right. I forgot to mention that I was completely soaked again after I caught the star...
     
    hoodoo, Oct 21, 2004
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  3. JohnO

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    Well a bit of water never hurt anyone :)

    The last words of a drowning man aye :)

    John
     
    JohnO, Oct 21, 2004
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  4. Craig Manoukian

    Craig Manoukian Giant Squid

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    Hoodoo, Stars will regenerate their missing appendages, so no worries.  

    Be very careful with your bare hands as a true mantis can deliver a very nasty blow with it's club or spear.  Always wear gloves to minimze the risk and possible infection.

    Sounds like a wet suit may be in order for you!
     
    Craig Manoukian, Oct 21, 2004
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  5. Brian_B47

    Brian_B47 Astrea Snail

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    Just as a little mention you do want to watch the Brittle Star and the clown. If the clown is an inch or better no problem, if it is smaller: the star has an appetite for small fish. I speak from experience. When I bought my clowns, I bought three and now there is two, and the star is back at the LFS. ;)
     
    Brian_B47, Oct 22, 2004
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  6. hoodoo

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    na, first it is a little star and second the clown is in the other tank ;)
     
    hoodoo, Oct 22, 2004
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  7. Brian_B47

    Brian_B47 Astrea Snail

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    O.K. Mine was 10" from tip to tip,
     
    Brian_B47, Oct 22, 2004
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  8. hoodoo

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    craig: well, the fact that I was scared to death that I get my fingers smashed off didn't really help make it easier yesterday ;)
     
    hoodoo, Oct 22, 2004
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  9. Craig Manoukian

    Craig Manoukian Giant Squid

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    Good luck with your crabbing expedition!
     
    Craig Manoukian, Oct 22, 2004
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  10. dano

    dano Spaghetti Worm

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    i love you :0) my kind of woman, not afraid to get in there and get the job done.
     
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