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dolphinpoint 08-02-2007 04:17 AM

Holiday feeding
 
Will SW fish safely last 3-4 days without feeding them (assuming they are healthy?

Der_Iron_Chef 08-02-2007 04:46 AM

Yes (don't ask me how I know!)

muck 08-02-2007 05:38 AM

Yes. Shouldn't be a problem.
Of course they will be a little hungry when you get back.. :wink:

Mik_101 08-02-2007 05:57 AM

I would feed them a bunch befor I leave,

niloc16 08-02-2007 06:00 AM

they would be totally fine after 3 -4 days, if you have anthias and chromis they will go a bit loopy but should be good.

Ruth 08-02-2007 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mik_101 (Post 263496)
I would feed them a bunch befor I leave,

You shouldn't do that as the food will likely not get eaten and you are just going to contribute to poor water quality and then leave the fish without food for a few days causing further stress.

surgeonfish 08-02-2007 01:18 PM

Why not invest in a simple automated feeder. There are several available and are not expensive. I use one while I am away. However, I would also suggest you have someone check on your tank daily if possible. They could also feed them as well. The problem is that most people we find to "tank sit" wouldn't know what to look for or what to do if something went wrong anyway.

Der_Iron_Chef 08-02-2007 01:35 PM

Like I mentioned in a different thread....I'd be willing to stop by someone's house every day or two to check in on things. Promise, I'm not a thief...just a really nice guy ;)

dolphinpoint 08-02-2007 03:09 PM

holiday feeding
 
Thanks for the info. I will use an automatic feeder on the tanks. Drew, I may take you up on your offer when I am gone on a longer holiday. Much appreciated.


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