i have a bloodred hawkfush,approx 21/2 inches long that is just now after 5 months attaching my neon dottyback to the point that he just hids in a hole,i thought that he had died from the abuse,but for the first time since mid january he came out momentarly and i saw him,now that i know that he is still alive,the hawk has got to go,any suggestions,go fishing,otherwise this weeked ill have to take the tank apart,,mike:mad2:
how to remove a fish,go fishing?
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Joes210gal
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Check out drsfostersmith.com fish trap. $39.99 for a great trap.
kdblove_99
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Think there is a loaner trap floating around here
shiveley
Active member
or you can build one yourself by cutting the top off of a 1 or 2 liter plastic soda bottle, flipping the top so that the narrow end points inside the body of the bottle, glue, tape, or affix the piece into place...and viola, you have a fully functional fish trap. just fill it with tank water, place some fish food inside it, and place it somewhere inside your tank where the fish of choice is likely to encounter it. once the fish enters the bottle it will become confused by the position of the hole and most likely will not be able to find the entrance/exit for quite some time. it's easy, cheap, and it works...
Matt_Wandell
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Can a hawkfish even fit through the opening of a 2 liter bottle?
I've used a tiny hook on a line on hawkfish. They're gulpers, so it's easier. You may try that if you can't get the trap right away. Hell, with most flame hawks you can practically scoop them out of the tank by hand at feeding time. Have you tried the "pelican method"?
I've used a tiny hook on a line on hawkfish. They're gulpers, so it's easier. You may try that if you can't get the trap right away. Hell, with most flame hawks you can practically scoop them out of the tank by hand at feeding time. Have you tried the "pelican method"?
kevin95695
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...or: Feed by placing your food in a net, then placing the net in the tank. Do this consistently for several days. Most fish will eventually race to the net when they see it.
baloutang
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I don't know if this will work for a hawk fish, but it definitely worked for my damsel which evaded every method listed above.
The method is used by the folks at Atlantis Aquarium. A few hours after the lights go out on the tank and the fish are sleeping, quickly turn on all your lights. The fish are stunned/blinded by the light but do come out usually within 5 minutes. Then you can easily net the little guy.
The method is used by the folks at Atlantis Aquarium. A few hours after the lights go out on the tank and the fish are sleeping, quickly turn on all your lights. The fish are stunned/blinded by the light but do come out usually within 5 minutes. Then you can easily net the little guy.
pherbert
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Scientists train fish to 'catch' themselves
Scientists train fish to 'catch' themselves
Here is a better idea. Apparently you can simply train the fish to catch themselves!
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/science/2008-03-26-fish-catch-themselves_N.htm
Scientists train fish to 'catch' themselves
Here is a better idea. Apparently you can simply train the fish to catch themselves!
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/science/2008-03-26-fish-catch-themselves_N.htm
Brian Prestwood
Premium Member
A 20 guage hook works good for Tomato clowns.
Underwaterparadise
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If you use a hook make sure it is barbless or bend the barb down. If not you may damage the it's mouth.
kevin95695
Member of the Registry
Frag them SPS up wpnorton!
mikid: People really do use fish hooks. But like Underwaterparadise says, flatten the barb so you don't tear up your fish. Better they get off the hook.
mikid: People really do use fish hooks. But like Underwaterparadise says, flatten the barb so you don't tear up your fish. Better they get off the hook.
