ShepherdReefer
5000 Club Member
Hello and welcome to the channel.
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JoJo56266
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I understand, he is only about 3" right now. Just fed this morning he wasnt interested. But...i poured in some reef chowder and he ate a lot. Perhaps his preference is live foods.Welcome to the Salty Side of things.I know from experience when it comes to raising tangs size does matter. Not sure how old he/she is but a 110g may have him a bit depressed and not wanting to eat. He will eventually outgrow the system sooner then later. Just a thought. Your in the right place for advice. No, I'm not the tang police. Just sharing from experience.
Rmckoy
7500 Club Member
As he settles in to his new home he might open up a little .
Was there any aggression from other fish in the system ?
something else to try .
instead of hanging the nori for them to pick at . Hold it in the water until it starts to soften.
More of a broadcast style feeding .
ad it floats around they might go for it . Tey small amounts at first
All of my fish won’t touch any other colour except for the purple package .
Was there any aggression from other fish in the system ?
something else to try .
instead of hanging the nori for them to pick at . Hold it in the water until it starts to soften.
More of a broadcast style feeding .
ad it floats around they might go for it . Tey small amounts at first
All of my fish won’t touch any other colour except for the purple package .
Fish Think Pink
5000 Club Member
Hi and Welcome! Glad you joined.
You mention having fish for "10 days" and "fish won't take nori" ... and it makes me wonder for how many days you tried. In my experience, its the repetition, usually a minimum of 4 days with 2x (or more) feeding attempts before changes in eating happen (nori just leave it on for 1 day, then take off clip over night and new bit in morning).
Your description of foods you are feeding sound spot on. I think time is what you are missing... if he does 'reef chowder' then you've got something to fall back onto until such future time that he transitions. They say the magic in this hobby is patience. To me, what you've written plus the additional details you've shared, it sounds like your fish was stressed without food where ever it was before you (wholesaler(s), LFS) but it sounds like you'll take the time to ensure your fish gets what it needs. You are a good fish mom!
Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)
This might help you find people local to you in Sun City:
Local Reef Club Discussion
Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.
www.reef2reef.com
This is a good reference book type online article I still review:
The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium
This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...
www.reef2reef.com
MnFish1
10K Club member
Welcome to R2R. Have you tried any Nori - or any other algae product. Do you know anything with regards to if/what the fish was eating where you got it? Symptoms like you describe do not usually appear quickly - so IMHO it's not something you are 'doing wrong'. Unfortunately I can't view any pictures (if you posted one) - I would be concerned about a couple things:
1. The fish has some disease thats not immediately visible to your eye - that is causing it to be 'sick' and not eating well - leading to the thin-ness.
2. The fish has a parasite (internal) - whether a worm or flukes etc. which is causing it not to eat - or not eat enough to gain weight.
3. The fish was collected in some way (cyanide, etc) that has caused internal damage.
As to whether you should worry, I would have a low threshold for separating the tank and depending on the symptoms treat - IF - it's not getting better - or especially if worsening. As others have said - a varied diet, etc is a good start. I assume the other fish are all doing well. Please keep us updated!!!
1. The fish has some disease thats not immediately visible to your eye - that is causing it to be 'sick' and not eating well - leading to the thin-ness.
2. The fish has a parasite (internal) - whether a worm or flukes etc. which is causing it not to eat - or not eat enough to gain weight.
3. The fish was collected in some way (cyanide, etc) that has caused internal damage.
As to whether you should worry, I would have a low threshold for separating the tank and depending on the symptoms treat - IF - it's not getting better - or especially if worsening. As others have said - a varied diet, etc is a good start. I assume the other fish are all doing well. Please keep us updated!!!
MnFish1
10K Club member
BTW - I was also going to ask the size - so thanks for posting!! - Smaller tangs tend to need a LOT of food as they have a large growth spurt over a short period. I would make sure that he is getting no compoetition etc. I know you mentioned you did not see any - but sometimes it's occurring when you're not observing. A camera can be helpful if you have one. I.e. a lot of chasing - means more food is needed. aAgain - good luck!!
Reef Jockey
Active Member
Welcome to the Reef
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JoJo56266
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Wow, thanks!! Appreciate the info!!Hi and Welcome! Glad you joined.
You mention having fish for "10 days" and "fish won't take nori" ... and it makes me wonder for how many days you tried. In my experience, its the repetition, usually a minimum of 4 days with 2x (or more) feeding attempts before changes in eating happen (nori just leave it on for 1 day, then take off clip over night and new bit in morning).
Your description of foods you are feeding sound spot on. I think time is what you are missing... if he does 'reef chowder' then you've got something to fall back onto until such future time that he transitions. They say the magic in this hobby is patience. To me, what you've written plus the additional details you've shared, it sounds like your fish was stressed without food where ever it was before you (wholesaler(s), LFS) but it sounds like you'll take the time to ensure your fish gets what it needs. You are a good fish mom!
Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)
This might help you find people local to you in Sun City:
Local Reef Club Discussion
Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.
This is a good reference book type online article I still review:
The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium
This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...
He did take his first bite of Nori just an hour ago...so there is hope. I'll definitely get him some more live foods to help him. What about the blotchy coloring...is that just stress?
tharbin
5000 Club Member
Welcome to R2R! Your Naso's issues sure sound like the old problem of cyanide poisoning (during capture). Hopefully not. If he starts eating it could just be malnourished. Be careful to not let anyone else bully him and he may be fine but any aggression is liable to tip it away from eating again. Good luck.
Welcome to the club and you are already tapped into the resource base.
If it were mine , I would continue to offer it a variety and try some other meaty foods to get some tone to the body... scallop shreds, frozen krill etc...
Best of luck and keep in touch
If it were mine , I would continue to offer it a variety and try some other meaty foods to get some tone to the body... scallop shreds, frozen krill etc...
Best of luck and keep in touch
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JoJo56266
New Member
Thanks everyone for all the responses and suggestions. Picked up some live brine and he gobbled it up. May just be a picky eater for a bit. I'll keep putting Nori in and continue to try to fatten him up and use garlic to entice to other foods. You all rock!
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JoJo56266
New Member
I did post a couple pics - but it's hard to get a still photo of a swimming fish. Tried a video too, but it wouldn't load. I did get him to eat some live Brine earlier, so I think he may just be picky for a bit. I've gotten some great suggestions here, so I appreciate the troubleshooting. Have a great night!
