A group of female scribbled angels?
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nonstopfishies
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I think they will do quite well. I would get a Male too. A male and 3 females would look amazing and shouldn't be a problem. I have found that Scribbled angels are pretty passive as far as angels go.
29reef
It's all about the flow
Is it a reef? Scribbles are known coral munchers so if you've got Lps and Zoas they could become dinnerZ
I see no need to buy a male. They will likely sort it out on their own.
Keep in mind they reach about 8-10" fully grown and even in a 600 I would consider 4 of them a lot of fish, so plan accordingly.
Best of luck!
I see no need to buy a male. They will likely sort it out on their own.
Keep in mind they reach about 8-10" fully grown and even in a 600 I would consider 4 of them a lot of fish, so plan accordingly.
Best of luck!
nanoreefer1000
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My LFS has a XL male scribbled angelfish and it doesn't bother anything. Amazing fish.
nonstopfishies
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Yep, definitely will pick at corals. Forgot to mention that.
It is true that females would sort it out, just like they would need to with a male present. I think male scribbleds are one of the most beautiful fish of any kind and adding one to a setup like this would be amazing. It would not be necessary however.
Also, some sources(including LA) say that in time a female will turn into male. I am skeptical of this being true though, between my experiences and not finding anyone else that has had on turn that I have found.
It is true that females would sort it out, just like they would need to with a male present. I think male scribbleds are one of the most beautiful fish of any kind and adding one to a setup like this would be amazing. It would not be necessary however.
Also, some sources(including LA) say that in time a female will turn into male. I am skeptical of this being true though, between my experiences and not finding anyone else that has had on turn that I have found.
pacislandaqua
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i would get 3-4 different sized ones. if you get, say, 4 all 5", guaranteed one would be killed in order to establish a hierarchy. I have had 100s of scribbles, and although they are passive fish, 2 of the same sizes WILL fight... so maybe 2-3 smalls and 1 md/lrg so the large one will automatically be the male later to avoid any unnecessary fighting.
I have alot of experience with pred fish. Splitting them up in sizes is a good plan. They are less likely to take one another as a threat. Its not a guarantee so be aware you may have to make a move or 2.
I have seen small fish be the aggressors and large fish be timid.
Best of luck and show some pics!!!
I have seen small fish be the aggressors and large fish be timid.
Best of luck and show some pics!!!
gasman059
The OG mad scientist
Pomacanthidae tend to be aggresive when established- so I disagree in terms of "pretty passive":eek1:
nonstopfishies
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Maybe passive wasn't the best choice of wording, but I would not call Scribbles aggressive at all. I was not referring to all Pomacanthidae, just Scribbles.
pacislandaqua
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scribbles are relatively passive in comparison to most large angels. Big males can be a little territorial but overall are manageable. I would stick with just females if you can.
geaux xman
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two female scribbled in the 3-4.5" range, would it be good certainty that one will become male?
i have a 3.5" one and am contemplating getting a second.
i have a 3.5" one and am contemplating getting a second.
pacislandaqua
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more than likely. Its nature. in order to survive one has to become male, although the consensus is still out whether fish are born male/female or turn because nature tells them too. I believe they change when needed
get a larger one, or a smaller one, but NOT one the same size... i would buy a 5" female since they are easier to find then a 2" one.
get a larger one, or a smaller one, but NOT one the same size... i would buy a 5" female since they are easier to find then a 2" one.
nonstopfishies
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Female
Male
Also, this week Scribbled Angel Females are on sale for 200 dollars on LA. That is a really good deal if you are ready for one/them.
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nonstopfishies
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more than likely. Its nature. in order to survive one has to become male, although the consensus is still out whether fish are born male/female or turn because nature tells them too. I believe they change when needed
get a larger one, or a smaller one, but NOT one the same size... i would buy a 5" female since they are easier to find then a 2" one.
I wonder if they need a pair or more in a tank to have one change to male. A female would have no incentive to show male coloration if it isn't necessary. I have had my 6 inch one for a year and I haven't seen any change in coloration. Much like many of the Genicanthus species lose their male coloration if there aren't females present.
geaux xman
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awesome looking male. most obvious feature is the lines on the body.
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From what I've read, and IME, meredithis will definitely turn male if there is more than one in a tank. Different species, I know, but same genus. I don't think they are like geni's...
nonstopfishies
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If you haven't purchased your Scribbles, you better do it today. Fosters has females 50% off and so they are now 140 bucks. Best price you will ever see.
Not anymore, all sold out
