Whats the secret to keeping CBB alive

[mbowker]

I have tried several Copper baneded butterflies and cannot keep them alive, I have drip acclimated over hours. I have tried probably threee or four of them in the past two years, they die within 24-48 hours of being in the tank.

 

[trainfever]

Pristine water condition and plenty of miniature feather duster worms.

 

[jupoc911]

try buying live clams or mussels from the super market. when you get home split it and throw it in the tank. This is how I keep my spot fin's alive which is a harder fish to keep than the copperbands

 

[ophiura]

Originally Posted by MBowker
I have tried several Copper baneded butterflies and cannot keep them alive, I have drip acclimated over hours. I have tried probably threee or four of them in the past two years, they die within 24-48 hours of being in the tank.

Their survival rate is rather poor, as you've learned. I wouldn't suggest another. YOur experience is not uncommon with many of these fish.

 

[jamie814]

We have had the same problem in the past.

We finally were able to get one that ate for us. :cheer: We suggest that you make sure it is eating well before you buy it. Good Luck