abepantierer
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Hi! I have a 40 gallon breeder bare bottom,it will have mostly sps, lps with a few softies. I am looking to add a unique invertebrate or cephalopod, the tank will contain no fish. Open to any suggestions, thank you.
Invert or cephalopod?
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What I don't like about cephalopods is that, for the most part, they don't live very long. Octopus, maybe 3-4 years; cuttlefish, 2-3 years at best. If you don't mind watching them die after a couple years, go for it.
abepantierer
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I was looking into the bandensis cuttlefish breed by reefgen, but I can't find anywhere to get one.
18 months for most octopus and cuttlefish. supposed to be one of the most beautiful experiences ever. Smart like puppies. interactive. They play games peek a boo and chase.
you watch a whole life cycle in a tiny amount of time. It can be tough if your not prepared for it.
On the west coast LA has the best resources.
research is key
http://www.advancedaquarist.com/2005/9/aafeature
http://www.paradisepetshop.net/en/cuttlefish-eggs.html
you watch a whole life cycle in a tiny amount of time. It can be tough if your not prepared for it.
On the west coast LA has the best resources.
research is key
http://www.advancedaquarist.com/2005/9/aafeature
http://www.paradisepetshop.net/en/cuttlefish-eggs.html
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Owning a octopus was a incredible experience.. Mine was unbelievably smart and full of personality, He would dart to the front on his tank greeting me when I came home from work pressing his face against the glass watching my every move as I walked back and forth in the living room but if any other family member came home or entered the room he would just ignore them.. lol. He would pulse crazy colors and patterns depending on his mood, if he was mad the intensity and patterns would almost make you nauseous however if he was happy his colors and patterns would gently pulse reminding you of a purring cat.. I fed him ghost shrimp every day and when I was prepping his dinner he would be just like a dog pacing back and forth across the front of his tank watching me in anticipation. Watching him "hunt" the shrimp was very amusing as he would sneak around the tank hiding behind rocks until he got as close as he could before pouncing on his prey.. I had mine around a year and a half and he was happy and healthy up till the end, I knew they had a short life span but I didn't anticipate getting so attached so it was a very hard loss and I have not had the desire to own another.
Thank you. That's a great story.
