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Acanthurus sohal Arabian surgeonfish

Acanthurus sohal Arabian surgeonfish

139,99€
139,99€
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Acanthurus sohal, also known as the Sohal surgeonfish, is a striking and popular species of surgeonfish native to the reefs of the Red Sea. The Sohal surgeonfish is characterized by its vibrant blue and white stripes along its body, making it very eye-catching. It also has a distinctive yellow tail fin and yellow patch on its head. It can grow to a considerable size and is often considered a medium-sized surgeonfish. It is quite aggressive towards other fish, especially other surgeonfish and food competitors, but with its beautiful stripes, it is no wonder that many people like to have it in their aquarium. Like other surgeonfish, it will also eat meaty foods, but it is important to ensure that it is allowed to graze on algae/seaweed throughout the day, as it would in nature, to ensure it stays healthy, so feed flakes/pellets several times a day and ensure that seaweed is always available. Sohal surgeonfish require a large aquarium with plenty of swimming space and hiding places. The water quality should be excellent as they can be prone to disease if the conditions in the aquarium are not optimal. A strong current is also important to maintain water quality and create a natural environment.

delivery and shipping

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  • Safely packed in a styrofoam box

Here are the instructions for unpacking and acclimating Berghia snails:

  • Berghia snails are specialized feeders that only eat Aiptasia sp. It is important to always have enough Aiptasia for them or to pass them on in a timely manner.
  • They are less suitable for larger aquariums with many fish, but if necessary they can be placed in the evening with the lights turned off using the transfer pipette.
  • Direct contact between snails and Aiptasia should be avoided as this can lead to the death of the snails. The snails must make contact with the Aiptasia themselves.
  • Berghia snails are ideal for controlling Aiptasia in small aquariums with peaceful fish or in separate "treatment aquariums".
  • The snails delivered are not yet fully grown and can, if necessary, be fed in a separate aquarium until they reach the desired size.
  • To open the Styrofoam box, simply pull on the blue ribbon. The insulated packaging does not need to be removed from the box. Allow the temperatures to equalize for around 10 minutes by placing the unopened transport container in the aquarium.
  • Carefully unscrew the white lid anti-clockwise. The transport container may be full of sea water and individual snails may be stuck to the lid. If this happens, place the lid in a small bowl of sea water from the aquarium.
  • Use the transfer pipette provided to remove the snails from the container and transfer them to the aquarium. Repeat the process with all snails.
  • The insulated box is recyclable and can be disposed of as recyclables or used for other purposes.
  • In case of a complaint, we ask for an email on the day of arrival with a photo of the snail in the transport cup for a replacement.
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