Leopard Danios

[harryhoudini]

I have zebra Danios, and i must say that these fish are not the brightest fish in the tank. When i first got mine, they where always swimming in to shells and into places that they couldn't get out of with out any help.

 

[Dieses Madchen]

I have Harlequin Rasboras in a 10g tank right now. It is well filtered and they are healthy fish. BUT they swim very fast, and are a shoaling fish. I have 5. This is actually not adequate for this type of fish being is that they school larger in the wild. I know I am wrong, and I have taken the opinion of others, and currently have a 50g tank that I am setting up for the sole purpose of having large schools of fast fish.

My point is, I have very healthy fish. I cannot say for sure they they are happy. They don't smile, nor do they cry. I can tell you that mine are not as active as I have been told that they are. I feel this is because of inadequate swimming space. And 100s of people on this forum would probably concur.

Anyways, my point is, you are handing out poor advice. When I give advice, especially if I am unsure of its value, I ask someone to back me up, or correct me. I do not insult those that tell me that I am wrong in their opinion, nor did anyone insult you. A valid point was stated by someone that has way more experience than you. If I were you, I would take it as gold. I haven't lost fish due to errors since I started listening to the people on this forum. Maybe you should at least show some respect. Even if you don't listen to them. Do not insult them, because nobody did that to you.

P.S. Danios should be in a 4ft tank IMO, because they are fast darting fish that need a larger area to swim. They can clear a 4ft in less than 3 seconds. The longer the tank the better. It is the same concept as if you had a dog or cat. You wouldn't keep a Siberian Husky, a dog KNOWN to love running on a 10ft chain would you? If not, then why would you close up a fish that is KNOWN TO BE VERY FAST in a tank to short?

 

[Frazzledazzle]

I agree with Wan1967, where did he say he was cycling the tank with the Danio? Too many people on here are quick to jump into a thread throwing about their opinion without knowing the facts.

He posted to say how hardy his Danio was after coming through an ordeal with the heater so calm your passion.

Fair point about the Danios needing a long tank, but give your opinion on the thread and what it contains, nothing else.

 

[Dieses Madchen]

I agree with Wan1967, where did he say he was cycling the tank with the Danio? Too many people on here are quick to jump into a thread throwing about their opinion without knowing the facts.

He posted to say how hardy his Danio was after coming through an ordeal with the heater so calm your passion.

Fair point about the Danios needing a long tank, but give your opinion on the thread and what it contains, nothing else.

He suggests that Danios are good hardy fish for a first tank. Most first tanks are small, and inadequate for this kind of fish. 90% or people atart out with a 10g, or in some cases, a fruitbowl. These are inadquate for danios, and that was the point being made. Unless the person new to the hobby starts out with a 4ft tank, these are not good "hardy" fish for a first tank. IN MY OPINION

 

[laura120381]

+1 di. people on this forum give advice because they WANT TO not because they have to. nobody likes to be told they are wrong but everyone makes mistakes. no one was having a go at you. you have been told by countless members that danios should be kept in a 4ft+ tank...can all these experienced people really be wrong and you be right?? mmmmmm.... my advice would be to listen to the experienced members of the forum

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ps - you can add one more to the list...i too believe danios should be kept in 4ft+ tanks. and as for them being hardy...your danio is not hardy...it's LUCKY!!!!

 

[Frazzledazzle]

IN MY OPINION...it's bed time! Good luck with your cycle/Danio/tank/heater/plier issue...

 

[laura120381]

 

[Dieses Madchen]

IN MY OPINION...it's bed time! Good luck with your cycle/Danio/tank/heater/plier issue...

 

[wan1967]

There seems to be something about this 4ft school of thought but i cannot do anything. about that at the moment.But i stand by my original post.In my opinion using my experience as a reference danios are hardy fish.Newbies on here are also being told that a bigger tank is easier to keep so they will have plenty room.PS cheers Frazzledazzle,they just cant help themselves i think.

 

[wan1967]

http/www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk/content.php?sid=2633 Are you going to tell me these guys dont know their stuff?

 

[Dieses Madchen]

There seems to be something about this 4ft school of thought but i cannot do anything. about that at the moment.But i stand by my original post.In my opinion using my experience as a reference danios are hardy fish.Newbies on here are also being told that a bigger tank is easier to keep so they will have plenty room.PS cheers Frazzledazzle,they just cant help themselves i think.

All I was saying, in response to your post of Danios being a good hardy fish for a first tank, is that most new hobbyist do not start out with tank that are adequately suited for them. And yes, larger tanks are easier to handle. I started with a 10g, and now have a full setup on a 40g. Even though I have gained alot of experience and knowledge of the hobby, I still have more trouble keeping my 10g stable, as opposed to my 40g.

I wish I would have started large, as Danios are great fish that are very neat and interesting to watch. And yes, they are a good hardy fish.

How is your fishy doing? Still doing well after his ordeal I hope?

 

[wan1967]

He is doing fine,a few missing scales,thanks for asking and may i say that is a very impressive fish you have.I too wish i had started bigger but i didnt have the room.My wife is about to 'redo' the living room so i reckon i can claim enough space for a 240/360l!

 

[laura120381]

thats great! its always exciting to plan a larger tank! wish i had that kind or space! short of rearranging my livingroom to include no furniture, i'll need to make do with my 80l!! let us know if you get a bigger tank and what you plan to keep. hope your wee danio is ok. watch out for any wound infection. glad he seems to be doing well.

L

ps - really wasn't trying to have a go at you...we all just want to help!

 

[Dieses Madchen]

That is good that he is doing well. I'm in process of setting up a 4ft tank right now. I have another that is 55g, that I think would be good for schooling fish, like danios and tetras.

Thank you for the kind words in regards to my little guy below. He is one of my 4 betta males. The other three aren't quite as camera happy as he is lol.

And like laura said, we weren't trying to be mean at all. Just wanting to help, that way everyone has happy fish. Is your danio the only one you have? What kind of tank are you working with now.

 

[wan1967]

90l just now.3 danios,3 neons,3 bronze corys,2 dalmation mollies with 1 fry in the trap.Only 1 i saw in time.Had 2 females and 1 male but he was never going to make it,looked good in the LFS but wasnt right when i got them home,he lasted less than a day.Also my wife bought me 3 Sterbae tetras 'as a surprise'.Need to have a word about stocking levels as i am pushing it now.