Bimaculatus Anthias Questions...

[Scubabum]

I purchased a Trio of female Bimaculatus from Divers Den 3 days ago. They are currently in Quarantine and one of the Anthias has not eaten in the last 2 days. I have fed Pe Mysis, Frozen Reef Frenzy, various pellets, various flakes. One of the Anthias seems to be bullying the other two. This is the first time I have tried to keep Anthias and I'm looking for suggestions. I have a 2nd Quarantine tanks setup and can easily separate the trio if needed. Thanks in advance.

 

[ca1ore]

Do you have a power-head in the tank? They like water movement and will often chase food they think is alive. Sometimes a fish won't ever eat.

 

[Scubabum]

Do you have a power-head in the tank? They like water movement and will often chase food they think is alive. Sometimes a fish won't ever eat.

I don't have a power head in the tank. Only flow is from the filter since its a QT tank. Easy fix though. I have a spare Mp10 and I'll throw it on and give it a shot. Thanks.

 

[Scubabum]

@ca1ore Can't thank you enough for your suggestion. Added the MP10 and just fed. They all ate. Big Thumbs up. Thank you!

 

[ca1ore]

You are welcome! It's a good trick for anthias particularly. I had a group of resplenedents a few years back that were proving very picky. Dropped in a PH and they chased and ate with enthusiasm.

 

[Jasanden]

+1 new anthias I always dump food in the flow of the power head definitely triggers something