chinese algae eater

[sweetsh4real]

well i looked em up but having such a hard time getting the last CAE out not sure I'd take a chance.. the first one was an easy catch but this second one is a beast

[sweetsh4real]

<i>True</i> SAE's are the good ones. I have them in my 75g and love them. Just be sure you know how to identify the fish because they're not always labeled correctly in the stores.<br />
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<a href="http://www.aquatic-gardeners.org/cyprinid.html" target="_blank">http://www.aquatic-gardeners.org/cyprinid.html</a>

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[Complexity]

True SAE's are the good ones. I have them in my 75g and love them. Just be sure you know how to identify the fish because they're not always labeled correctly in the stores.

http://www.aquatic-gardeners.org/cyprinid.html

[sweetsh4real]

Oh no SAE either...thought that was a good one..oh well gonna cruz for some oto cats...and my angels seem to be doing better together...guess i'll stick to three...

[aquabee]

I have my own little conspiracy theory on this.

Box stores sell unsuitable fish for the sole purpose of creating failures in order to artificially create demand for more sales.

At least that's my theory and I'm sticking with it.

) Love it. Down with the stores and their frikkin SAE/CAE's!

[barrettsline]

right now the chinese algae eater is not a problem but I am going to take it back...One of the 3 angelfish has become a little territorial towards one of the others...but its not a horrible situation...was thinking of trying getting couple more to add some distraction but was trying to keep my planted tank with a small fish load. Wanted the three angels to be able to grow comfortably and have plenty of room

I ahd this issue in my 70 gallon planted tank. I did add 2 more angels and rescaped the tank and the problem stoped. Good luck to you.

[sweetsh4real]

probably right

[Complexity]

+1. Why do LFS's even carry these any more?

I have my own little conspiracy theory on this. It's the same reason they sell common plecos and oscars to people with 10g tanks. They want the fish to die. Think about it. If every fish a person bought was healthy, lived harmoniously with its tankmates, and never outgrew its tank, there would never be a reason to buy more fish for that tank! At least not until the fish die of old age! But if the fish die of disease (and even better, wipe out existing healthy fish in the tank), kill each other through aggression, and/or are unsuitable for the tank size, people would be coming right back to buy disease cure products, larger tanks, and of course, more fish!

Box stores sell unsuitable fish for the sole purpose of creating failures in order to artificially create demand for more sales.

At least that's my theory and I'm sticking with it.

[sweetsh4real]

and yes...they shouldn't carry those chinese algae eaters...people just go for a cleaner and end up with a monster

[sweetsh4real]

right now the chinese algae eater is not a problem but I am going to take it back...One of the 3 angelfish has become a little territorial towards one of the others...but its not a horrible situation...was thinking of trying getting couple more to add some distraction but was trying to keep my planted tank with a small fish load. Wanted the three angels to be able to grow comfortably and have plenty of room

[aquabee]

If you can take it back, I would recommend it. This is not a fish I'd recommend. It will only become more aggressive as it gets older.

+1. Why do LFS's even carry these any more?

[Complexity]

Here's a good assortment of comments from people who have owned this fish. Some people like the fish, others do not, but take note of the comments regarding aggression and territorial behavior. If after reading the experiences others have had with this fish, you still want it, then at least you'll have a better idea what you're getting into. Otherwise, stay clear of it.

http://www.aquahobby.com/gallery/e_Gyrinocheilus_aymonieri.php

Fish most definitely have different personalities, and you can't really tell which are gentle and which are aggressive by the way they look. Often, the large pet stores provide much too little (or downright inaccurate) information to make a good buying decision. For the best advice, talk to others in the hobby who have had experience with different fish. You can also get a lot of good info from the internet. If you ever have questions on which fish to get, there are lots of people here who would be more than happy to help. :)

[Complexity]

If you can take it back, I would recommend it. This is not a fish I'd recommend. It will only become more aggressive as it gets older.

[eklikewhoa]

Don't these strip fish of their slime coat?

[aquabee]

ok...thanks...didn't realize fish could have so many personalities...I'm a little confused...may just take this one back and try again???

That will hopefully work! Don't be discouraged. It'll work out eventually with a little patience and lots of love!!