[Ballgame]

His name is Dr Melvin

[Ballgame]

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[Poseidon]

Those are cool fish. I have a Naso Tang myself, they look similar.

[Ballgame]

I wanted a Gold Rim. But once I saw him I had to have him. Pkus I was having trouble finding a Gold Rim. This fish has so much personality

[Ninong]

He's very nice looking but I think you're rushing things considering that you just started this 55-gal tank three weeks ago.


Good luck,

[Ballgame]

5 weeks, thanks I'm happy with him. He is so cool

[Ninong]

Originally Posted by Ballgame

5 weeks, thanks I'm happy with him. He is so cool

Then you must have two tanks: Newbie basic setup question

[Ballgame]

ok 4 weeks

[Ninong]

Originally Posted by Ballgame

ok 4 weeks

You're getting closer. I think it's 3 weeks and 2 days according to your original post.

[Poseidon]

Originally Posted by Ninong

You're getting closer. I think it's 3 weeks and 2 days according to your original post.

Yikes that tank is pretty darn new. I hope it all works out for you, remember PATIENCE is one of the biggest parts of being successful in this hobby.

[zhenya]

Originally Posted by Poseidon

Yikes that tank is pretty darn new. I hope it all works out for you, remember PATIENCE is one of the biggest parts of being successful in this hobby.

Yikes indeed! I'm happy for you that you are enjoying your new fish and I just hope everything works out for you.
Keep a close eye on him...he's a beautiful fish,actually one of my favorites as far as tangs go.
Mike hit it on the nose with PATIENCE coment and I don't have anything to add.

[melliepooh]

Ninong...MEEEOW!!! Just outta curiosity,what purpose does it serve to point out EXACTLY how long he's had his tank up and running? I mean, I think we all got the point that he MAY be a tad bit rushing things but you made your point, I think you can let it go. I speak from experience that sometimes you have to learn by your mistakes in this hobby. Sheesh.

[Ninong]

Originally Posted by melliepooh

Ninong...MEEEOW!!! Just outta curiosity,what purpose does it serve to point out EXACTLY how long he's had his tank up and running?

There is a huge difference between three weeks and five weeks when it comes to adding the first fish to a tank. Most new hobbyists would want to know that.

I mean, I think we all got the point that he MAY be a tad bit rushing things but you made your point, I think you can let it go.

You seem to be the one regurgitating it.

I speak from experience that sometimes you have to learn by your mistakes in this hobby. Sheesh.

No, you DON'T have to learn from your mistakes. That's what boards such as this are for. You can ask for help BEFORE you make a mistake.

BTW, do a search on the board on "Emerald Crabs" and "Camel Shrimp." You will probably be surprised to learn that you are in for a few more learning experiences of your own.

Good luck and happy reefing,

[zhenya]

Originally Posted by melliepooh

I speak from experience that sometimes you have to learn by your mistakes in this hobby. Sheesh.

Now, what exactly does that mean? At who's expense? I don't understand your post at all A TAD rushing can mean a certain demise for the fish and it could be avoided with a TAD of research. What Ninong said is that it is too soon for adding a sensitive and prone to Ich outbreaks fish, in return he got a remark that it is 5 weeks instead of 3 weeks which doesn't make a tiny bit of difference. Plus, it was an advice on the part of Ninong and I don't see why you getting so upset?
And...he did say that fish looks very nice as well

Edit: Sorry for butting in,George, I see you already covered everything so you can delete my post if you wish

[Ballgame]

well thanks guys for the posts.
Not sure if people are getting mad or not. Thanks

[Ninong]

Originally Posted by Ballgame

well thanks guys for the posts.
Not sure if people are getting mad or not. Thanks

All of my replies to you were accompanied by happy faces and your response was accompanied by a cool smiley; so it would appear that you understand that my comments, though critical, were good natured.

If anybody is "getting mad," it is obviously not either one of us.

[Ballgame]

Originally Posted by Ninong

All of my replies to you were accompanied by happy faces and your response was accompanied by a cool smiley; so it would appear that you understand that my comments, though critical, were good natured.

If anybody is "getting mad," it is obviously not either one of us.

cool, thanks again!

[kevinpo]

Nice fish! You may have problems with him picking on new fish that you introduce as they can become very territorial. This is not always the case however as many of the Acathurus sp. have a very wide range of personalities as individuals. Take the time to get it to eat from your fingers. They are quite itelligent and learn quickly. They are very fond of brown and red algae which is very good for their health.

Regards,
Kevin