FS/FT mandarin dragonet EDMONTON

[boomer&roxy]

hey we just got a mandarin dragonet and have basically been told it's going to be hard to keep him fed...any tips? we have a five gallon tank and just him and some hermit crabs and snails in the tank.

[tim the toolman]

Originally Posted by boomer&roxy

hey we just got a mandarin dragonet and have basically been told it's going to be hard to keep him fed...any tips? we have a five gallon tank and just him and some hermit crabs and snails in the tank.

Live baby brine shrimp enriched with selcon. This works basically every time. Especially works in a small tank like yours where the food can be given at a large concentration due to small water volume. A couple good options exist for keeping them alive and the hatching is quite easy to do as well. Gimme a shout if you would like any further info.

[paddyob]

Originally Posted by boomer&roxy

hey we just got a mandarin dragonet and have basically been told it's going to be hard to keep him fed...any tips? we have a five gallon tank and just him and some hermit crabs and snails in the tank.

Are you serious???

That fish is going to die. 5 gallons??? You really should do your research. That's horrible conditions for a mandarin.

[BlueWorldAquatic]

Originally Posted by paddyob

Are you serious???

That fish is going to die. 5 gallons??? You really should do your research. That's horrible conditions for a mandarin.

I wouldn't do 5 gal, mine lives in a 10 with my clowns (not recommended). But he eats pellets, and fat as heck.

[tim the toolman]

Originally Posted by paddyob

Are you serious???

That fish is going to die. 5 gallons??? You really should do your research. That's horrible conditions for a mandarin.

Agreed. Mine is in a 30g and I feel bad. Thinking of going bigger already.