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[jamie86]

just been wondering cause i just got chinese algae eaters and never read up about them and i've got panda corys albino corys and one leapord cory any help is well thought of

 

[XFiSh_CichildX]

the chinese algae eaters might be a bit aggressive towards the corys but the cory will hopefully be quick enough how long have you had your Chinese algea eaters

 

[jamie86]

am just two days

 

[XFiSh_CichildX]

they could just be getting used to the corys or finding there own teritory

 

[Carlovel1]

No CAE do not get on with Corys or infact most community fish. I've heard that CAE sometimes eat/suck out Cory's eyes, and I'm almost entirely sure this is true. They grow up to be aggressive and sort of like parasites.

 

[jamie86]

ok wat do u think am better getting rid of then

 

[lilfishie]

i think it would be best yes, as you have only had them a few days see if your local store would swap them for something more suitable.

What size tank do you have? ideally the cories need 6 of each

 

[jamie86]

500l and ive got 7 corys

 

[Inchworm]

Hi jamie86,

I agree; take the CAE back before you get attached to them. They are not good company for peaceful community fish. If you like the idea of keeping sucking fish, otos or Bristlenose Plecos are a safer choice.

 

[jamie86]

and wud it be ok to leave in my tank couple more days

cud someone answer a.s.a.p plzz

 

[Inchworm]

Hi jamie86,

It would be OK to keep them for a little while. I understand they are not as dangerous when they are young than they are when they mature.

 

[jamie86]

plzz help is it ok to leave cae in for 2 more days

am not sure if there young or not but

 

[Inchworm]

Hi jamie86,

If they don't seem to be bothering the other fish, then it will be OK to leave them in there. If they're chasing any of them, it's a different situation. Just don't plan on keeping them long term.

 

[jamie86]

ok thank for tips really greatful for them thanks i million inchworm

a million sorry