1 more tang...too many fish?

[Troy F]

Originally Posted by zulu_principle

I have lots of opinions, but mostly I just don't know.

I have a few tangs in a few setups. one being two yellows together, which from what I have read says i should not.....both for the size of the tank & that two yellows don't do well together.

How do I know my fish are happy, I don't, I know they all eat, I know they are all heathly by my standards, but they are in a glass cage, not captive bred (VERY firm supporter and purchaser) and really I don't know.

So I look to the experts, Michael, Fenner, etc. they are not perfect, but published.

Wendell

If you look to the experts, why do you have two yellows in box that is too small? I've not read Fenner's book but I know S. Michael wouldn't have told you it was alright.

My whole philosophy is; try follow your conscience to the best of your ability. If you're okay with it at the end of the day and you're within the law, power to you. I, or others, may not agree with you but that is just a topic for discussion.

PS: For the purpose of argument, there are enough facts out there to base an opinion on solid evidence.

PPS: I'm against tangs/surgeons being kept in home aquaria. I'm against the collection of pacific host anemones. I have both in my tank. Therefore, I'm a huge hypocrite. :P