Fish have feelings too

[Margie J]

Today was moving day for the big plecostomus (algae eater, catfish) that was at my Mom's house. He's pretty old and has been in one tank all his life. He's also large and very feisty so this was no simple net 'em and bag 'em transport.

I set up a nice 15 gallon tank with new gravel and such at my place early. Then, it was off with two big nets and a cooler to transport him. He put up a fight when I tried to get him out of his tank and then attached himself to one net. Finally, in the cooler and into my car. He thrashed around until he got a big bump from a fast stop I made on the highway.

He's now in his new tank, staring at his favorite toy (a stuffed Creature from the Black Lagoon) and not moving. His fins are up though so I know he's agitated. Poor thing. He's probably in shock after this adventure today.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Hoping he takes to his new home easily, Margie. Wow, sounds like a big move indeed.

 

[catsrule]

Hope Mr. Fish starts to relax and feel better.

 

[floridaminnie]

We're not the only one's that stress out with moving or resist change. Hope he adapts to his new home soon!

 

[Rajah]

Aww, good luck with Mr fishie.

 

[jamsmom]

Poor little guy. Sure hope he adjusts soon

 

[Margie J]

He has settled down a bit and is checking out the tank and surroundings. Looks like he is finally eating too. The next few days should be interesting.

 

[WebmasterMaryJo]

<font color=navy>We used to have one we named Pecos Bill.

I'm glad he's settling in - they're so interesting, I think

 

[epcotfan]

I have a 4 year old Pleco named Muddy. He is about 6 inches and now too big for his tank. I got him to clean the tank but he outlived the fish I had.

I really need to set up a new aquarium.
They really are spectacular creatures when they flare their fins. He always reminds me of a Chinese Junk ship when his fins are up.

Here's hoping your little buddy adjusts to his new surrounds fast