S. gigantea; fish eater?

[orcafood]

Is the S. gigantea considered to be a notorious fish eater like the S. Haddoni?

 

[phender]

No.

 

[orcafood]

So would you describe it's fish eating capability as that of a RBTA?

 

[phender]

All I can tell you is that in the 3 years I have kept a couple very healthy giganteas, they have never eaten a fish or given one a bad sting. Haddonis not only have a strong sting but they also have a very quick withdraw reflex. So, they sting the fish and quickly envelop the fish as well, creating even more stings. Giganteas have a nice sting, but it is not as sticky as a haddoni. Even more importantly, they don't contract around the fish quickly, so even if a fish is stung it is pretty easy for the fish to pull away.