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Alligator Snapper Enclosures

RiseAbove Jun 20, 2007 08:51 PM

Hey,
I was wondering what some of your set-ups looked like, if you would be so kind as to post a pic. Any size enclosure is fine, but I'm mainly looking for what kinds of set ups you use for hatchlings and juvies.

Thanks,
John

Replies (3)

mantooth Jun 24, 2007 05:25 PM

Hey, I just put this together a few days ago, but have changed things around ever so slightly. But this is the basic gist. I built the aquarium myself, so the base is 24" by 24" and 12" high. It's got about an inch to an inch and a half of gravel on the bottom. I've added a few more things for him to hide under, along with adding cardboard on the side and back of the aquarium so he doesn't feel so open and exposed. I've also extended the filter's out-flow to the opposite end of the tank to create more surface disturbance amd give it a better current.

You can't see him in the picture, but he's a little over 4 1/2" wide. Unfortunately, I think moving him caused him a little stress and his appetite hasn't been as strong as it usually is. He's also lower to the ground now and I think that freaks him out a little too.

Sorry for the fuzzy shot.

RiseAbove Jun 25, 2007 11:18 AM

You have a nice setup, thanks for the reply.

John

loconorc Jul 16, 2007 12:40 PM

Rise!!!! Im unbanned, but my Javas messed up! New computer on the way! I should be back on there soon! Dude, check out the big monitor forum arguement! Lol, me being me again. See you in the chat nub! :D

btw, that snapper enclosure looks pretty bad...no offense to the guy who made it

loco

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