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07/14/2012, 11:34 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2012
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Tank Transfer - Do fish need light?
I bought two huge rubbermaid containers for the tank transfer method against crytocaryon. Just dawned on me I have to use lids. I have tons of cats here. Do I need light. Does it stress fish on this to be in complete blackness for the 12 days.
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07/15/2012, 03:56 AM
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Freedom costs a buckofive
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Michigan
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Try to figure out a screen or something to keep fish in and cats out while allowing gas exchange. Being closed is not good ESP for 12 days!
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07/15/2012, 07:48 AM
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Location: Missouri
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07/15/2012, 08:51 AM
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Dr. Reef at ur service
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fish dont care for lights but gas exchange is a must. a screen or even a well placed/tied down egg crate will keep cats out.
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07/15/2012, 01:44 PM
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I can think of several ways to handle the cat problem; they are seldom pleasant, but always effective!
I wouldn't leave the fish in pitch dark for almost 2 weeks. why not just cut some cal-proof slits in the container cover and let in some ambient light? he fish should it to feed.
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