Butterflytown - 240 FOWLR

[SDguy]

I'd have to go back through my pictures to find out. Several months... I think the issue was the finicky eating.... when I get busy at work or travel a lot I can't expect my tank sitter to deal with scallop and live blackworms

 

[caribfan]

Oh Boy, it's been a while for me on here. I'm a bit ashamed to say that I'm having a tough time getting excited about my tank lately and I'm afraid the inhabitants have suffered for it.

I lost my octofasciatus several weeks ago, I think from not getting fed enough. I'm concerned for my Altivelis as well, it has seemed slightly lethargic as of late.

I've been feeding about once a day, but that's significantly less than I had been feeding for the last few years. Work and family has been busy and I've just struggled to find time for the tank.

So today I finally added my Black Dog Face Puffer, the footballer damsel and the lemonpeel damsel that have been in quarantine to the Display tank.

I also moved the Giant Hawkfish I'm baby sitting for an extended period out of my quarantine tank with the blueline and smaller Semilarvatus because I think it was picking on the Semi.

I think my main reason for the lack of enthusiasm is that my tank is becoming filled with all the fish on my list and the "hunt" for new fish has all but died.

I don't know...I hope I get out of this funk soon and start getting excited about keeping fish again.

I think I need a change of pace, maybe going after something very different might get me excited again. Any suggestions?

 

[danielp]

That's what I am afraid of. I am setting up 100gal fowlr which is not big especially for fowlr. So I am thinking what's gonna happen after I fill that tank with fish and some inverts. I will definitely enjoy butterflyfish and angelfish that I am not able to keep safely in reef tank, but what else?
In my 50 gal cube reef at least I can buy extra frag here and there, even though I am almost fully stacked.
But I am setting it up anyway, always dreamed about butterflyfish and not worrying that my flame angelfish would nip at my acans or other meaty lps (happened to me when my 100g was a reef few years back).
Anyway good luck, and hopefully you will find you passion again...

 

[BigBlueTang]

Oh Boy, it's been a while for me on here. I'm a bit ashamed to say that I'm having a tough time getting excited about my tank lately and I'm afraid the inhabitants have suffered for it.



I lost my octofasciatus several weeks ago, I think from not getting fed enough. I'm concerned for my Altivelis as well, it has seemed slightly lethargic as of late.



I've been feeding about once a day, but that's significantly less than I had been feeding for the last few years. Work and family has been busy and I've just struggled to find time for the tank.



So today I finally added my Black Dog Face Puffer, the footballer damsel and the lemonpeel damsel that have been in quarantine to the Display tank.



I also moved the Giant Hawkfish I'm baby sitting for an extended period out of my quarantine tank with the blueline and smaller Semilarvatus because I think it was picking on the Semi.



I think my main reason for the lack of enthusiasm is that my tank is becoming filled with all the fish on my list and the "hunt" for new fish has all but died.



I don't know...I hope I get out of this funk soon and start getting excited about keeping fish again.



I think I need a change of pace, maybe going after something very different might get me excited again. Any suggestions?

Hey Matt.
I'm a complete newbie, although I seem to give good advice, since I spend all my free time on RC :facepalm:

Been following your build for a while, and honestly, I'm absolutely dazzled. Butterflies and Angels are my favorites!
Except one fish. Triggerfish. Honestly with a pair of bluethroats, or Crosshatches if you want to splurge

They're pretty peaceful, but I'm sure you know that!
Forgive me if I'm barking up the wrong tree

 

[SteelMastiff]

Oh Boy, it's been a while for me on here. I'm a bit ashamed to say that I'm having a tough time getting excited about my tank lately and I'm afraid the inhabitants have suffered for it.

I lost my octofasciatus several weeks ago, I think from not getting fed enough. I'm concerned for my Altivelis as well, it has seemed slightly lethargic as of late.

I've been feeding about once a day, but that's significantly less than I had been feeding for the last few years. Work and family has been busy and I've just struggled to find time for the tank.

So today I finally added my Black Dog Face Puffer, the footballer damsel and the lemonpeel damsel that have been in quarantine to the Display tank.

I also moved the Giant Hawkfish I'm baby sitting for an extended period out of my quarantine tank with the blueline and smaller Semilarvatus because I think it was picking on the Semi.

I think my main reason for the lack of enthusiasm is that my tank is becoming filled with all the fish on my list and the "hunt" for new fish has all but died.

I don't know...I hope I get out of this funk soon and start getting excited about keeping fish again.

I think I need a change of pace, maybe going after something very different might get me excited again. Any suggestions?

Matt, I think it happens to everyone at some point... Are there any inhabitants in your tank that were kind of a let down for you, as in lacking any personality? If so, find them a new home and thin the heard a bit. Juveniles, when possible to obtain, are always a great choice; a lot of enjoyment to be had watching the transition/transformation to adulthood.

 

[Dmorty217]

Need to up the budget for fish Matt, then I bet you don't have all the fish on your "list"

 

[caribfan]

Been thinking about which direction to move for a while now and I've decided that I think my tank dynamic would benefit from the addition of several groups of fish as opposed to single species addition.

I'm thinking the following:

A group of anthias - open to suggestions here on species and total number.
Possible three more pyramids - would bring my total to 5.
A group of 5 yellow tangs - not sure I have room for this. (Believe it or not, I've never owned a zebrasoma species)

I also want to add a trigger, male crosshatch if the budget allows, but a nice Hawaiian blue throat would be cool too.

There are a few butterflies out there still, I'm just not sure I'm willing to make the financial commitment yet.

Love to hear what people think.

 

[Dmorty217]

Not sure I remember seeing the pyramids when I was there last time? Pyramids are great fish that are often underrated IMO. The anthias may not be a great choice depending on your work schedule and time involved with multiple feedings. I personally think a group of yellow tangs should be avoided with what you have in the tank already because of bioload, I say go with the pyramids instead

 

[caribfan]

I've had the pyramids for a long time.

What about convict tangs? I know people can't seem to keep them alive for very long.

I need to get that semi to you soon.

 

[Dmorty217]

I've had the pyramids for a long time.

What about convict tangs? I know people can't seem to keep them alive for very long.

I need to get that semi to you soon.

Convicts would be sweet, they usually come in looking thin but that doesn't mean they can't be nursed back to health. I must of missed the pyramids some how when I was there... Whenever you want to try and catch the Semi again let me know :hammer:

 

[caribfan]

Convicts would be sweet, they usually come in looking thin but that doesn't mean they can't be nursed back to health. I must of missed the pyramids some how when I was there... Whenever you want to try and catch the Semi again let me know :hammer:

Finally got the fish trap ordered. I'll let you know once it comes in. I'll want to get the fish acclimated to it too.

Do you think I could swing a group of convicts? I'm thinking 5 or 6.

 

[Dmorty217]

Finally got the fish trap ordered. I'll let you know once it comes in. I'll want to get the fish acclimated to it too.

Do you think I could swing a group of convicts? I'm thinking 5 or 6.

I don't see why you couldn't do it. If you decide to get a group let me know before you order, I might go in a a group myself

 

[SteelMastiff]

Finally got the fish trap ordered. I'll let you know once it comes in. I'll want to get the fish acclimated to it too.

Do you think I could swing a group of convicts? I'm thinking 5 or 6.

No personal experience with convict tangs, but I do recall reading a thread, perhaps on RC, from someone that had a group. If I recall correctly he chalked it up as a huge mistake, I believe it was because they collectively out competed everything in his tank come feeding time. When I get out of work I'll see if I can't dig up the thread.

 

[BlueMac92]

Butterflytown - 240 FOWLR

A group of anthias - open to suggestions here on species and total number.

Given that you're already having a difficult time feeding more than once, you're going to have a hard time keeping a group of anthias alive. Unless you can get an autofeeder and get them on pellet.

I had a similar thought while looking at my tank today. Although I occasionally get mixed feelings about my tank. I think the key, at least for me, is trying to pair what I can out of what I already have. Instead of adding more variety and diversifying the tank further without any real direction.

Maybe get two females of some sort of Genicanthus, wrasse, etc and watch one turn into a male? Might spark something. I know I'm always fascinated to watch the change.


On a side note: how's the multibar? Marshals or indo? Any tips? I've tried two so far with no such luck...

 

[SDguy]

We all have our ups and downs with our tanks. I wouldn't throw your want list out the window though just yet. What's in there now, and doing well?

Been thinking about which direction to move for a while now and I've decided that I think my tank dynamic would benefit from the addition of several groups of fish as opposed to single species addition.

I'm thinking the following:

A group of anthias - open to suggestions here on species and total number.
Possible three more pyramids - would bring my total to 5.
A group of 5 yellow tangs - not sure I have room for this. (Believe it or not, I've never owned a zebrasoma species)

I also want to add a trigger, male crosshatch if the budget allows, but a nice Hawaiian blue throat would be cool too.

There are a few butterflies out there still, I'm just not sure I'm willing to make the financial commitment yet.

Love to hear what people think.

 

[caribfan]

Given that you're already having a difficult time feeding more than once, you're going to have a hard time keeping a group of anthias alive. Unless you can get an autofeeder and get them on pellet.

I had a similar thought while looking at my tank today. Although I occasionally get mixed feelings about my tank. I think the key, at least for me, is trying to pair what I can out of what I already have. Instead of adding more variety and diversifying the tank further without any real direction.

Maybe get two females of some sort of Genicanthus, wrasse, etc and watch one turn into a male? Might spark something. I know I'm always fascinated to watch the change.


On a side note: how's the multibar? Marshals or indo? Any tips? I've tried two so far with no such luck...

I was actually thinking Genicanthus as well, probably Bellus.

Multi is a rock star, no issues at all. I think my success is due to my local supplier talking to the wholesaler and asking for a fish that was eating and in good condition. Not sure on the origin.

 

[BlueMac92]

I was actually thinking Genicanthus as well, probably Bellus.



Multi is a rock star, no issues at all. I think my success is due to my local supplier talking to the wholesaler and asking for a fish that was eating and in good condition. Not sure on the origin.

I almost said bellus....cool stuff

Are there faint yellow lines In between the black stripes? If so, it's a Marshalls...

 

[humaguy]

Been thinking about which direction to move for a while now and I've decided that I think my tank dynamic would benefit from the addition of several groups of fish as opposed to single species addition.

I'm thinking the following:

A group of anthias - open to suggestions here on species and total number.
Possible three more pyramids - would bring my total to 5.
A group of 5 yellow tangs - not sure I have room for this. (Believe it or not, I've never owned a zebrasoma species)

I also want to add a trigger, male crosshatch if the budget allows, but a nice Hawaiian blue throat would be cool too.

There are a few butterflies out there still, I'm just not sure I'm willing to make the financial commitment yet.

Love to hear what people think.

need to rehome my two male ch...they are huge though...

 

[caribfan]

How big are they Ted, doubt I could take both. Are you willing to split them up?

I probably won't be ready to do anything with them until the summer. I've got a vacation in May and am in the middle of a big remodel at my house right now.

What's your timeline?

 

[humaguy]

How big are they Ted, doubt I could take both. Are you willing to split them up?

I probably won't be ready to do anything with them until the summer. I've got a vacation in May and am in the middle of a big remodel at my house right now.

What's your timeline?

They have to be split up....prob around 9 inches...