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Unread 08/29/2011, 09:17 AM   #1
SnowflakeE
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Sharks?

I was hoping to aquire a black banded shark no plans have been made yet but if I could get some info on them that would be great. Thanks!

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Unread 08/29/2011, 09:27 AM   #2
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Tank is too small for the shark long term. Sorry.


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Unread 08/29/2011, 09:31 AM   #3
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Unread 08/29/2011, 09:34 AM   #4
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I agree, that your tank is too small.

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Unread 08/29/2011, 10:15 AM   #5
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Tank is too small for the shark long term. Sorry.
Yes, I agree. Would suggest a 10 foot tank e.g. a 240 for good results.


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Unread 08/29/2011, 12:07 PM   #6
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240 would be bare minimum, but with sharks a good rule of thumb is allow enough depth (front to back measurement) so the shark doesn't have to go vertical to complete a turn. In other words, don't make him climb a wall just to turn around.


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Unread 08/29/2011, 12:15 PM   #7
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If you're really interested in keeping small sharks I would recommend doing some research on building your own shallow indoor pond. This can be much more cost effective than buying an aquarium and is also generally more appropriate for the fish.


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Unread 08/29/2011, 12:30 PM   #8
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240 would be bare minimum, but with sharks a good rule of thumb is allow enough depth (front to back measurement) so the shark doesn't have to go vertical to complete a turn. In other words, don't make him climb a wall just to turn around.
I agree. Ideally larger.


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