Fatfish

About a month ago my largest Black Moor Nymph started floating around the tank belly up. Apart from that, he was feeding normally etc, and after some enquires I discovered he had 'swim bladder disorder'. Well that was manageable (I changed his diet etc. and he was soon back to his normal charming self!) However, suddenly (like over night) he is sitting on the bottom of the tank tilted slightly to one side (like he did when he had the swim bladder thing) and not moving unless another fish bumps him. He has no visible physical markings, and seems to have periods when he behaves normally, although he is off his food. I have taken him out of the main tank, added some extra salt to the water and upped his diet of peas (recommended to me along with other things when he had the swim bladder thing) but he hasn't come right. Any suggestions?

Just me again, I forgot to ask something! The two SAE I brought are busy dancing and playing with each other - are they a 'schooling' type of fish? do you think they'd be better off if I brought a few more so they could all 'hangout' together?

Yay! Just popped two SAE into my tank - I finally found some at Jansens main branch..... (they haven't done to much yet, but I'm waiting to be impressed!!) Just to give everyone a quick update cos' many people said that the SAE is called a 'Black line flying fox' here. Jansens had 'Flying Foxes', 'Black Line Flying Foxes' AND 'Siamese Algae Eaters'!! so there are obviously three different species (although they all looked pretty similar to me, and the guy there didn't seem to know much, or be able to point out to me the differences.........) whew! so my search is over..........

Wohoo! I have been thinking of setting up a tropical tank, and have finally decided on a 200L! However as my other tank is a 180L cold water, I have had no experience with these exciting tropicals! I thought I'd take my time and plan properly what I want to put into it, and to what size they grow; compatibilty etc. (something I didn't do when I set up my cold water a few years ago and it ended up over loaded) Does anyone have any advice on fish they would recommend to a tropical beginner? how many of what species would fit into that sized tank etc. I need as much advice as I can get! I quite fancy some Gouramies, tetras and Angel fish.......

Hey everyone! I totally agree with the other person that some flyers or advertising wouldn't go amiss, as I had no idea that you guys were here!! I had been visiting some of the more popular American sites, which were good but very confusing as commen names differ so greatly between countries! (some of you may have noticed my Siamese Algae eater/black line flying fox dilemma!!!!) (all sorted out now thanks!!) I feel slightly down the fishy food chain here cos' I keep the humble goldfish!! (and not even fancy ones at that!!!) I have had fish for about 6 years now. I have a 180L tank with a variey of plump and healthy goldfish. I don't really go for the very fancy ones or ones with big eyes or huge tails, just plain healthy, very active and bright goldfish, that I can sit in my lounge and enjoy! I'm quite into 'aquascaping' using natural materials, but with a funky and contemporary look - I've even painted a few of my own backgrounds cos' most of the ones on the market are so ordinary looking! I must say that I have been tempted of late to set up a tropical tank with my old (slightly smaller) tank - but I'll definately get back to you all before I do!! I have only just recently moved to Auckland (with fish in tow!) and had been having some dilemmas about the best retailers here - thanks to everyone who suggested places! Anyway, just a quick Hullo, nice to meet you all! Fatfish

Hey everyone! Does any body know of a fish retailer in Auckland that sells SIAMESE ALGAE EATERS?? No one seems to know what I'm talking about, and all the pet shops keep saying "Ooh you mean a Chinese Algae eater" or "Ooh you mean flying foxes" Any help appreciated!