Garra Flavatra?

[cooledwhip]

I'm sure you all know about Garra Rufa, the doctor fish. The garra flavtra is another close species that is not afraid to feed on skin/graze on human skin. I want some after seeing these guys. They are awesome. Garra rufa would be my first choice but I can't find them anywhere for a cheap price. I'm interesting in keeping either garra species and would like some background info or know where I can get some of these guys. Thanks

 

[Toney]

I bought this one as a flying fox.... it's three times as big now.

 

[cooledwhip]

View attachment 82282 I bought this one as a flying fox.... it's three times as big now.

That's not a garra flavatra

 

[Toney]

It's a Garra cambodgiensis

 

[cooledwhip]

It's a Garra cambodgiensis

Does that species "chew" or "feed" on human skin? That's mainly the reason I want one.

 

[Munroco]

I shudder to think what you are planning?

I have some killies that chew on my hand as soon as I put it in the tank, they can actually give you a little nip.

 

[cooledwhip]

I shudder to think what you are planning?

I have some killies that chew on my hand as soon as I put it in the tank, they can actually give you a little nip.

Funny!

Lol. I just see how cool the doctor fish are and want some for myself. I love interacting with animals and it's amazing to find a species of fish that trusts you enough to chew on your skin.