Djplus1 August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 (edited) Hey, does anyone have multiple fighting conchs in a tank? I'm thinking of getting a couple, but don't want them fighting. Edited August 20, 2013 by davelin315 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy357 August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 I have 2 of them in my 90 and have had no problems they have been in there together for around 6 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeMr.703 August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 ... I should've been on Debate team in High School. After I posted that, I laid down for a bit, Awoken to Find this Amazement... Then After I had myself a nice 3 Paragraphs.... It was toooo late :( What a shame... it was soo nice . But Conch's are Tight..lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmatte August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 (edited) Hey, does anyone have multiple fighting conchs in a tank? I'm thinking of getting a couple, but don't want them *edited*: Edited August 20, 2013 by davelin315 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachabballi reef August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 Why do you need more than one? They are voracious eaters....I'm sure you probably only need one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.OptimusPrime. August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 I'm sure we have many HOBYSTS here who can help with your concerns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeMr.703 August 19, 2013 Share August 19, 2013 I'm sure we have many HOBYSTS here who can help with your concerns. HAHAHAHAH THATS FREAKIN" AWESOME. I literally Laughed Out Loud... HEHE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Djplus1 August 19, 2013 Author Share August 19, 2013 Why do you need more than one? They are voracious eaters....I'm sure you probably only need one I'm sick of buying one of things. Either it disappears or it dies and I never actually see it. If I buy a couple/few, I get to see them in action! For all I know, I've got 10 emerald crabs playing poker in a rock cave! Bought one at a time. Haven't seen one for months! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachabballi reef August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 These are pretty darn hardy creatures I see mine go from one end of my 180 to the other constantly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Djplus1 August 20, 2013 Author Share August 20, 2013 (edited) These are pretty darn hardy creatures I see mine go from one end of my 180 to the other constantlyWell, to ensure my viewing pleasure, I would get 2-3 provided they don't go all steel cage match on each other. I could name them. Edited August 20, 2013 by davelin315 Names removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachabballi reef August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 They will starve to death in a 72....get one...it's a freaking snail what pleasure can you derive? Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Djplus1 August 20, 2013 Author Share August 20, 2013 They will starve to death in a 72....get one...it's a freaking snail what pleasure can you derive? Lol You really think 2 would not find enough to eat, but one would be fine? I've got turbos the size of baseballs and they seem to be doing fine. (baseballs is clearly and exaggeration) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Djplus1 August 20, 2013 Author Share August 20, 2013 I actually got more joy out of my sea hare than most of my fish, so I'm thinking I could be entertained by the conch's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanM August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 QR just sold me three for my 75 cleanup crew. They dont fight. That is just a name. They really are big eaters. Always on the move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coral Hind August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 I had three that lived together and I never saw any fighting. I have read they really only fight during mating disputes and the blade is really used for self defense. I know it would try to stab me when I would pick it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 I've had 3 in my 57 since I put my CUC in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeMr.703 August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 (edited) Well, to ensure my viewing pleasure, I would get 2-3 provided they don't go all steel cage match on each other. I could name them. Edited August 20, 2013 by davelin315 Names removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Djplus1 August 20, 2013 Author Share August 20, 2013 I had three that lived together and I never saw any fighting. I have read they really only fight during mating disputes and the blade is really used for self defense. I know it would try to stab me when I would pick it up. I've read that males will fight each other, probably during mating disputes as you say. This is kind of the problem though. I have no idea what I'd end up with? Three males? Two males one female? Three females? Does anyone go into an LFS or order online and ask what sex snails they're getting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallreef August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 I think if you have 4 you'd have a better set...cuz you need another one ...oracle..... Then you can take pictures of all of them and 6000$ worth of chalices at a store you shop at,lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallreef August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 Ohhh Rob missed all the fun! And we're talking about snails here...just snails...nothing other than fighting conchs ::wink wink:: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zygote2k August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 make sure they are all the right species- many crown top snails are getting mixed in and causing havoc. I'll even go out on a limb and say that I've seen crowns being sold as fighting conchs. Caveat Emptor Regardless of the species, you need to think about the dietary needs of a single large snail, let alone 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zygote2k August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 Ohhh Rob missed all the fun! And we're talking about snails here...just snails...nothing other than fighting conchs ::wink wink:: Next they'll be talking about the "blades" again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davelin315 August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 Guys, keep names and personal references out of the conversation please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachabballi reef August 20, 2013 Share August 20, 2013 make sure they are all the right species- many crown top snails are getting mixed in and causing havoc. I'll even go out on a limb and say that I've seen crowns being sold as fighting conchs. Caveat Emptor Regardless of the species, you need to think about the dietary needs of a single large snail, let alone 3. Oh wow...rob and i agree!! Must be a full moon. Honestly I know LFS may be selling you 3 for your tanks but that is way overkill for the consumption one of these snails do in a tank either of your sizes ....please reconsider Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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