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08/14/2008, 09:22 PM
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octopus
hey guys I am think about getting an octopus. What are your input? Would like some help setting it up too.
Thanks 
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08/15/2008, 07:42 AM
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Research, understand they're terribly challenging, escape artists, and expect problems. There are a number of good resources, check the cephalopod forum here first.
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08/15/2008, 08:17 AM
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The best thing really is to go and read the articles on TONMO (i wont add a direct link on another forum but just google it), read the cephalopod forum on here and TONMO and generally get a good feel for their needs before you contemplate setting up the tank.
Be prepared to have a species tank containing a single octo, forget adding them to a full blown reef. To be honest the articles are a pretty good introduction, us ceph keepers will be happy to fill in the finer detail if you have questions. I currently have an a. aculeatus, many articles are based on bimacs but they are becoming increasingly hard to source - hummelinki and aculeatus are good choices of a similar size and needs. |
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08/15/2008, 11:48 AM
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If I recall, they have a relatively short natural life-span, like 1-2 years only.
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08/15/2008, 04:07 PM
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make sure you have a tight fitting lid
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08/15/2008, 04:23 PM
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what octos would fit an a 55 gal
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08/15/2008, 05:01 PM
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haha, I thought you meant a skimmer!
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08/15/2008, 06:12 PM
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oh and do u know where i can buy one i would like to be sure on what kind i would be getting too.
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08/15/2008, 06:28 PM
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I dont recommend you keeping an octopus unless you are very experience in the hobby........( 3 years just doesnt sound like enough for one of the most diffucult SW captives in the world)
Maybe you should try something a lil easier first.........or at least do a lot of research (6 months or more) before getting one......
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08/15/2008, 06:53 PM
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