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Sorry FHF, I should have explained how I did that. My pics do the same thing sometimes. Great pics and video.
 
Am I the only one that doesnt think its "pretty cool" to see these two very territorial fish fighting? I wouldnt be surprised at all if one jumped from stress. Its actually sad. IMO.
 
RE: Am I the only one that doesnt think its "pretty cool" to see these two very territorial fish fighting? I wouldnt be surprised at all if one jumped from stress. Its actually sad.

The fish don't actually injure each other. I believe that they're behavior might be, in a way, a spawning/mating ritual.

I purchased these fish w' the intention of breeding them. I took extended measures to ensure the tank is secure, so these fish cannot jump. I already bred Maroon Clowns, and believe that Blue-spots can be bred in captivity, as well.

It's a 95g tank, and all 3 Blue-spots are healthy, and eating everything from frozen to flakes. It's not sad...
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13526752#post13526752 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by flamehawkfish
RE: Am I the only one that doesnt think its "pretty cool" to see these two very territorial fish fighting? I wouldnt be surprised at all if one jumped from stress. Its actually sad.

The fish don't actually injure each other. I believe that they're behavior might be, in a way, a spawning/mating ritual.

I purchased these fish w' the intention of breeding them. I took extended measures to ensure the tank is secure, so these fish cannot jump. I already bred Maroon Clowns, and believe that Blue-spots can be bred in captivity, as well.

It's a 95g tank, and all 3 Blue-spots are healthy, and eating everything from frozen to flakes. It's not sad...
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Well, we will have to agree to disagree. I dont have first ahnd knowledge of the spawning ritual between blue spotted jaws, but I woudl guess that is not it. Especially since all literature and experience shows they are quite territorial. I appluad you for trying to pair them, but they are not pair, based on the video you showed. Unless they ahve just been introduced, in which case, you claim of success in keeping 3 together in premature. I am sorry to be so negative, but I liken watching your video to watching someone put some aggressive dogs in a little room, watching them fight, saying it's "pretty cool", and then saying "well, its there natural way of determining pecking order". Maybe in nature, but not in the confines of captivity. I see it is as cruel.

I will just leave it as I disagree with what you doing, and wish you and your fish good luck.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13526679#post13526679 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jmaneyapanda
Am I the only one that doesnt think its "pretty cool" to see these two very territorial fish fighting? I wouldnt be surprised at all if one jumped from stress. Its actually sad. IMO.
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I would agree with you if these 2 were in a smaller tank but it appears they have plenty of room to build their dens. It's interesting to see how the fish interact with each other (they don't live solitary lives in the wild).

Hopefully OP will keep others updated so more can be learned about blue-spot behavior, breeding and raising fry. If no-one attempts to keep more than 1 per tank how can they ever be captive-bred.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13526813#post13526813 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by ricde
I would agree with you if these 2 were in a smaller tank but it appears they have plenty of room to build their dens. It's interesting to see how the fish interact with each other (they don't live solitary lives in the wild).

Hopefully OP will keep others updated so more can be learned about blue-spot behavior, breeding and raising fry. If no-one attempts to keep more than 1 per tank how can they ever be captive-bred.
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I'm not driding his attempt to breed or pair them. That is noble. I disagree with his comment of how it "pretty cool" that they are fighting. I hope I am wrong. I would have no problem whatsoever apologizing if it all turned out well. I just dont enjoy watching these animals stress out and compete, with comments such as "pretty cool".
 
To compare my 3 blue-spot jawfish with dogfighting is ridiculous. It's beyond 'agreeing to disagree'. Give me a break.

The fish rarely tussle, and when they do, they don't injure each other. Each has more than enough of its own space, a deep gravel-bed, eat well, and show no signs of injury or bad health.

By getting 3, my chances of getting a pair are high. The tank is big enough for all 3.

Pearly jaws have been bred in captivity, and I believe it's possible for blue-spots, as well.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13526905#post13526905 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by flamehawkfish
To compare my 3 blue-spot jawfish with dogfighting is ridiculous. It's beyond 'agreeing to disagree'. Give me a break.

The fish rarely tussle, and when they do, they don't injure each other. Each has more than enough of its own space, a deep gravel-bed, eat well, and show no signs of injury or bad health.

By getting 3, my chances of getting a pair are high. The tank is big enough for all 3.

Pearly jaws have been bred in captivity, and I believe it's possible for blue-spots, as well.
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FWIW, pearlys have COMPLETELY different personalities than blue spots. That is a fact. Personally, I think you are rationailizing a horrible practice, but that is your choice. I am not your parent or supervisor. That is just my opinion. As I said, I hope I am wrong, but I think I wont be.
 
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