Anyone here have a flounder?

Typically, Flounder require live saltwater fish to thrive.  This makes them a poor choice for a hobbiest tank.

Smaller Flounder can subsist on Amphipods and other small crustaceans but only small saltwater fish can provide complete nutrition.

Most people research the requirements and decide against such a high maintenance animal.  Brave of you to go forward against the overwhelming odds of success.

No really you have a damsle a shark egg and a flounder in only a 55 gallon when all that stuff needs 700 gallons to be together  thats not even cycled yet

I understand but im just trying to point out you have expert fish in a 75 that need like 700 gallons and you have not yet cycled you cant just skip a cycle it happenes weather you like it or not

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Originally Posted by wayner 

to correct you I have a 75 gallon. Also ur post is not related to the thread in any way.

It is definitely related. Let us know when it dies which won't be long.

Fishtaco
 

I do not believe death is being wished on your poor flounder. The reality is that your tank is not cycled, you have fish that are not compatible, and fish that require expert care. Those things combined will lead to the untimely demise of your tank. Your tank may go on for a little while, but soon enough the fish will be on a downward spiral. I would continue to urge you to research all your purchases and do not make impulse buys and focus on building your live rock and properly cycling the tank. (hey, return the liverock, damsel, shark egg start over keep posting about having a flounder and shark egg and in a year show pics of a flourishing tank with suitable inhabitants, tons of coralline, and perhaps coral if you want to go that route). This is my last bit of advice for you!

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Originally Posted by wayner 

well ive got some mysis shrim from the store and tried spot feeding him with a turky bastor but he still dont go for it. Im clueless

Yes I agree you are clueless, did you not read bang Guys statement answering your question ...What does a Flounder eat? I will give you a hint..it is not Mysis shrimp from a turkey baster.Anyway looking on the bright side you can always eat it.

Here is a web site for you...since you won't do research to keep it alive...

Flounder Cleaning Instructions How to Clean a Flounder

Flower, that's because he has to do it "his" way to prove that he knows everything!  Ask a question, do the opposite of the answers you are given, doesn't everyone act that way?

Mods, why is this person allowed to continue posting?  Seriously, are these threads what you want a newbie to read and think because Wayner didn't fail, they too can bypass conventional, humane means?

Keeping in mind that Wayner is touting success and in all likelihood with the pathetic attempt at live rock and water quality, has not even had a cycle yet.

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Originally Posted by smartorl 

Flower, that's because he has to do it "his" way to prove that he knows everything!  Ask a question, do the opposite of the answers you are given, doesn't everyone act that way?

 

Mods, why is this person allowed to continue posting?  Seriously, are these threads what you want a newbie to read and think because Wayner didn't fail, they too can bypass conventional, humane means?

 

Keeping in mind that Wayner is touting success and in all likelihood with the pathetic attempt at live rock and water quality, has not even had a cycle yet.

My suggestion is to either post helpful advice or just let the thread die.  Scolding someone constantly is not helpful IMO.  Provide your advice and try to not be so disappointed when the advice is ignored.  Also remember that knowing what NOT to do is also helpful information.  Things can also be worded in such a way that it can be helpful for new hobbiests reading the advice.  For example, instead of "Your fish is doomed" you could say "The odds of this working long term are very slim because: your tank isn't cycled, the tank is not large enough to provide adequate space for the species, inexperience, etc.".  The first response does not help a new hobbiest reading the thread, the second does.

I keep flounder...in the freezer very good ... cut into 2 inch wide and 6 inch long pieces .rub with salt pepper lime and cilitro and a drizzle of tequllia and a little evoo place on a hot grill. add to warm flour tortilla with chopped cabbage and white sauce ( 1 table spoon sour cream, plain yogurt , one of mayo) i like to dust white sauce with cayanne and cumin but i like hottttttt food. top with lime wedges to add flavor to your liking.

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Originally Posted by wayner 

I figured out on my own how to successfully feed and raise it. So there will be no recipes necessary, plus i much prefer rainbow trout. Now if you post some good recipes for that I would be grateful haha. But you should post your address for if he does pass away then I will mail him to you lmao.
 

Ladies and Gentlemen,

We are in the midst of sheer brilliance of the highest order. This gentleman has, in roughly 18 hours, figured out how to successfully feed and raise his marine fish, a feat unknown to those who have devoted their entire lives to this hobby.

This gentleman no longer needs our help, he is far advanced from our paltry knowledge. It is us who should seek his counsel.

I stand in complete awe of this accomplishment.

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Originally Posted by wayner 

I figured out on my own how to successfully feed and raise it. So there will be no recipes necessary, plus i much prefer rainbow trout. Now if you post some good recipes for that I would be grateful haha. But you should post your address for if he does pass away then I will mail him to you lmao.
 

First...That is your problem, you THINK you are smarter than all others .. Pride goeth before the fall

Second: You can't make a blanket claim that you are successful until your critter has survived for one year. A saltwater tank is not even mature until one year so you can’t even claim that you have a successful saltwater tank setup. So in order to PROVE you are successful you must show results in 1 full year. 2 weeks des not mean a thing. My fish tank has been up and running for 6 years. Others on this site have been in this for 30 years.

So while I was being silly with the recipes, I was very serious that your fish isn’t eating the right foods. Bang Guy is one of those 30 years people, he told you what they should eat.

Mysis shrimp from a turkey baster is not what Bang guy says to feed the flounder. Now it is possible that the damsel could pose as food, depending on the size of your flounder.

I can feed my Grandchildren corn all day and they won’t be hungry, on a diet of corn, which has no value as human food because it doesn’t digest, the children will still starve.

Now I do have an honest question. With all the really beautiful saltwater fish, why would you want an ugly plain colored flounder? I mean it’s flat and the eyeballs are on one side of its face..but UGLY is all I can think of when I see one.

Just at least pay attention to the bold print....

Oh, just a heads up…I don’t know what your tank looks like at the moment. Saltwater tanks are so clear it looks like there is no water in the tank…If your tank is cloudy, like the picture you posted, that is ammonia and it will kill your critters. The fact that you upgraded from the 55g to the 75g is most likely why the fish are yet alive at all.

Now the picture you posted could be where you just mixed the salt and it hasn’t cleared, but if it is still cloudy after a day, it is a danger sign of a crash.