Stephen Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 I thought at first that having a rimless tank would be great until now. I have lost 3-5 fish in the past two weeks.. 3 for sure, I found them on the ground. 2 are "missing", but they've been missing for weeks and I have cats. So, it's not a surprise that if they did jump they may never be found. This is really becoming frustrating and I'm not sure what to do. I've been contemplating on building a screen, but really dont want too. Anyone else have this problem? Fish lost: 2 green chromis 1 6 line wrasse 1 scooter blenny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(Bio)³ Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 I've had one fish jump out if my normal 75 with no lid but none out of my rimless. I also keep my rock work low because I've heard the rocks near the top might encourage jumping due to small fish run to the tips of the reef in the wild to escape. How much this plays a role I don't know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 Interesting.. right now my rock work is about 5-6" below the water line. My tank is 16" tall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 I feel your pain after recently losing my mystery wrasse. The culprit is my new speckled hawk, aggressive little guy. I've seen him literally chase two fish out of the tank. If you don't like screens you can always go the route of a glass top with rubber standoffs to allow air to get through on the sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 Hmm.. My gf did say that my percula clown was chasing the chromis around the tank because they were hanging next to his nem.. Maybe he beat them up and threw them out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sifuentes31 Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Had a molly jump because of my Picasso trigger was picking on him....so far he's been my only jumper... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+brian.srock Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Sounds like he got evicted for not paying his rent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 lol, oh man.. 100 bucks down the drain and I still only have 2 fish. Maybe I should evict the clown and take the plunge on some designer picasso's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+brian.srock Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 I have debated getting rid of my clown as well since he is one of the meanest fish I have but since I put in a regal tang they've been best buds. I think they some how watched that one movie first though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 What's wrong with using transparent screen? It really doesn't reduce light in the aquarium and IMO is worth protecting those $100 fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 What's wrong with using transparent screen? It really doesn't reduce light in the aquarium and IMO is worth protecting those $100 fish On a rimless tank the transparent screen often interferes with the "look" that the people bought the rimless for. To me keeping the fish alive is more important than the aesthetic, but I understand the goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Mlaw Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 What about taking some clear plastic mesh http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=66432 and cutting it to fit over the top. Then use some clear clips http://www.bagsunlimited.com/p-1800-closure-clips-for-27-x-41-mylar-sleeves-clear-plastic.aspx or http://dgyukai.en.alibaba.com/product/665105602-214794428/Clear_plastic_clip.html to keep it taunt. Should have minimal impact on your aesthetic, but keeps everyone where they are supposed to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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