doogy_7

Ok current fish list..........(2) clownfish both 2" long, (1) damsel 2" long, (1)bi-color dottyback 2 1/2" long, (1) banded goby 4" long, (1) blue tang 4 1/2" long, and finally (1) yellow tang 6" long.


Ok I just went and got my next to last fish. A $$$$ French Angelfish, as soon as this fish hits the water all the fish put thier fins up like always. But the yellow tang takes a few snaps at the Angelfish with his mouth, and doenst stop. So I currently have the yellow tang floating in a bag in the tank. He seems fine. Im thinking if I leave him in the bag maybe he will get use to the Angelfish then I can let him go??

Good Idea or should I return the Yellow Tang so I can keep this angelfish. This tang seems to be aggressive once in awhile and I sure dont want him destroying this angelfish, but I would like to keep them both. Or am I just over reacting?

As I speak the bicolor dotty just took a small nip at the angel grrrrrrr......


Im primarly worried about the yellow tang because of his size difference.

Please any ideas? Thanks?

caseyholland

I have a yellow tang who gets pretty touchy sometimes. he always goes at it with my maroon clown who is bigger than the tang. they are usually friendly, and can adjust to most tank mates as long as they have enough room. I personally like the tangs better as they serve a greater pourpose. I would see if they adjust some times it can take a day or two.
Just my opinion, not gospel.

caseyholland

sometimes its a matter of seeing if they can adjust. But if they wont get along , it might be better to do the right thing and get rid of one. I know tang can get testy, but usually are a good community fish. Mine has faught a couple times with my other fish. but is usually good. they dont hurt eachother but sometimes have to straighten eachother out. I had to get rid of a beautiful tang once because he tried to kill one of my fish. I always give them a little time, and if they dont adjust its better for everyone to find one of them a new home.
Good Luck