Hi there, I think this is the only specimen in the country with a waiting list for future imports, so you are going to have to wait a bit or do a decent trade with the refer that bought it
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Hi there, I think this is the only specimen in the country with a waiting list for future imports, so you are going to have to wait a bit or do a decent trade with the refer that bought it
Nope, i know of a few. They not imported often, normally only on special order, but that is certainly not the only one in the country.
Thanks, good to know
Black Bandit Angelfish - Apolemichthys arcuatus
Here is something I snapped today that you dont often see around town. The lighting conditions cant capture the little pearls on the body
LOCATION - LFS, Cape Town
QUICK FACTS
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Care Level: Difficult
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 7"
Color Form: Black, White
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Hawaii
Family: Pomacanthidae
The Black Bandit Angelfish is also known as the Black-banded Angelfish because of the swatch of black that extends horizontally from over the eye to the end of the dorsal fin. It is also known as the Hawaiian Pearlyscale Angelfish due to the shimmering whites to grays making up the majority of body color. The anal fin is dark brown and the tail has a wide dark brown rim tipped inwardly with white.
A single Black Bandit Angelfish will do well in a tank of at least 180 gallons with plenty of hiding places. Once established, the Black Bandit Angelfish may become territorial. With a natural diet of sponges, the Gray Angelfish is difficult to acclimatize. It has a habit of nipping at soft and hard corals and clam mantles, so it is not a good reef dweller.
It is hermaphroditic, very difficult to breed in an aquarium, and indistinguishable by coloration from male to female.
A varied diet of angelfish preparations, marine algae, live rock for grazing, and vitamin-fortified shrimp should be provided.
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Here is something I snapped today that you dont often see around town. The lighting conditions cant capture the little pearls on the body
LOCATION - LFS, Cape Town
QUICK FACTS
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Care Level: Difficult
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 7"
Color Form: Black, White
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Hawaii
Family: Pomacanthidae
The Black Bandit Angelfish is also known as the Black-banded Angelfish because of the swatch of black that extends horizontally from over the eye to the end of the dorsal fin. It is also known as the Hawaiian Pearlyscale Angelfish due to the shimmering whites to grays making up the majority of body color. The anal fin is dark brown and the tail has a wide dark brown rim tipped inwardly with white.
A single Black Bandit Angelfish will do well in a tank of at least 180 gallons with plenty of hiding places. Once established, the Black Bandit Angelfish may become territorial. With a natural diet of sponges, the Gray Angelfish is difficult to acclimatize. It has a habit of nipping at soft and hard corals and clam mantles, so it is not a good reef dweller.
It is hermaphroditic, very difficult to breed in an aquarium, and indistinguishable by coloration from male to female.
A varied diet of angelfish preparations, marine algae, live rock for grazing, and vitamin-fortified shrimp should be provided.
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And I know whose Bandit it is 
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The blue spotted jawfish is on the Redsea stocklist. A bit expensive and not many are in stock. Sometimes it's on the list but not in stock. It shouldn't be a problem to get one within a few months.
For how much are they going for at the LFS?
For how much are they going for at the LFS?
Hey 2time, you better hurry before it gets shipped out
I once met a reefer who had the first specimen of this fish and I think this is only the second one in the country, so very rare indeed
Its a pity my rare fish thread was closed, maybe you guys can ask mods to open it again and I can post some rarefish pics again. Im visiting some private aquariums with super rare fish soon, so will document what rare stuff have reached our shores
I once met a reefer who had the first specimen of this fish and I think this is only the second one in the country, so very rare indeed
Its a pity my rare fish thread was closed, maybe you guys can ask mods to open it again and I can post some rarefish pics again. Im visiting some private aquariums with super rare fish soon, so will document what rare stuff have reached our shores
I must go see it in person.
@oceanseeker, Yes, it's ours, just landed here in Jhb
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Chevron Tang - Ctenochaetus hawaiiensis
LOCATION - LFS in Cape Town
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 11"
Diet: Herbivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Christmas Island
Family: Acanthuridae
Now this dude is not only one of the best looking tangs, but he is a super grazer with his large bristle teeth. There are many specimens in the country, so only rare in the sense that not many LFS bring them in.
The Chevron Tang, also known as the Hawaiian Bristletooth, Hawaiian Surgeonfish, or Black Surgeonfish, has an oval body shape with radiating, bold markings that change with maturity. As a juvenile, it is bright orange with violet markings on the body and fins. When mature, the bright markings turn an olive brown color with thin lines on the body.
A 180 gallon or larger aquarium is necessary to provide plenty of swimming room. It is aggressive towards other Tangs and may be harassed by its own species, but is peaceful with other fish and sessile invertebrates. It is best to house only one specimen per tank.
Although Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. Sea Veggies, Seaweed Salad and Ocean Nutrition are all ideal products and are very easy to use.
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LOCATION - LFS in Cape Town
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 11"
Diet: Herbivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Christmas Island
Family: Acanthuridae
Now this dude is not only one of the best looking tangs, but he is a super grazer with his large bristle teeth. There are many specimens in the country, so only rare in the sense that not many LFS bring them in.
The Chevron Tang, also known as the Hawaiian Bristletooth, Hawaiian Surgeonfish, or Black Surgeonfish, has an oval body shape with radiating, bold markings that change with maturity. As a juvenile, it is bright orange with violet markings on the body and fins. When mature, the bright markings turn an olive brown color with thin lines on the body.
A 180 gallon or larger aquarium is necessary to provide plenty of swimming room. It is aggressive towards other Tangs and may be harassed by its own species, but is peaceful with other fish and sessile invertebrates. It is best to house only one specimen per tank.
Although Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. Sea Veggies, Seaweed Salad and Ocean Nutrition are all ideal products and are very easy to use.
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@oceanseeker, Yes, it's ours, just landed here in Jhb
Darn im too late.
But now you have to post pics.
Congrats - you are one lucky dude
Some people may think what is the big deal about this fish. Not only is it rare but there is something different about the 'pearl like beads' on the white body. To give others an idea this guy was a large specimen
BTW, im visiting Pretoria West in two weeks, what part of town are you in, maybe I can pop in
Some people may think what is the big deal about this fish. Not only is it rare but there is something different about the 'pearl like beads' on the white body. To give others an idea this guy was a large specimen
BTW, im visiting Pretoria West in two weeks, what part of town are you in, maybe I can pop in
@oceanseeker, Yes, it's ours, just landed here in Jhb
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And per coincidence, we also took a Chevron tang
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@oceanseeker, We are in Pretoria East, not that far from the west side... you're more than welcome to pop in!
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And per coincidence, we also took a Chevron tang
There is no such thing as luck - its your good karma
Hectic - that Chevron is a nice size and he has a distinct blue eye ring compared to others ive seen.
can you post your a pic with them in the tank
This is number 4 that I know of
Shawn imported 1 but it died in quarentine. Then he orderd a second one it is doing good in his tank . Lanzo imported one for me it died from bad flakes .this is the last one I know of
Thanks for for this update. So we still now have two surviving, this guy looked very healthy