Bimaculatus Anthias Care

[MAquatic24]

Hello,

I have 3 total Bimaculatus Anthis fish. I started with the two females and added the male today. I've noticed the largest female which is similar in size to the new male going after him during feeding times & in general.

Is this normal Bimaculatus behavior?

 

[Systemwizardinc]

you need to put him in a box so they can see each other so they know he is good to have around should only take a few days

 

[MAquatic24]

Thanks for suggestion

 

[lagatbezan]

Might take a little while for the male to get comfortable and secure in the tank and show his dominance. It Could also be that your larger female is already in a stage where it's staring to turn male and that might cause an issue. I would give it sometime and see what happens. Generally It's usually best to get all females and let them decide which one will become the dominant male.

 

[LobsterOfJustice]

How long were the females alone without a male? Your larger female may have started the transition and you might be better off letting her change and adding another female.


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[MAquatic24]

The females were only in the tank for 5 days before adding the male.