They typically reach 30" in an aquarium and are very quick growers. What will you do with him when he outgrows your tank? Cool fish, but I don't think your system is big enough to support him...
The first year he should get to 16 inches. 22 by the second. (but follow along and we shall see if it is sooner!) I have the means for a much bigger tank when the time comes.
He will eat any fish that will fit inn his mouth. Esp when they sleep. Have lots of caves that he cannot get into is the key. Or bigger fish like tangs
Dude I had EXACTLY the same setup as yours...600lt w some live rock. I got the exact same shark. He started eating after 2 days...I used a metal stick to bring the food down to the bottom. After a few weeks he would smell it and jump out from unde the rocks and swim up for it by itself. After like 6-7 months he started EATING MY FISH during the night!!! one by one...first the small ones...then also my yellow tang! wtf?? I thought he had to be big before he eats such big fish....nope! so be very careful. That clown fish is the 1st to go...they're too slow and too dumb during the night when the lights are off and they're "sleeping".
Not trying to be a jerk or anything but did you do any kind of research before buying this shark? Sharks shouldnt be put in a tank with corals/reef because they are not reef safe. That clown fish is just another source of food for the shark and that tank isnt big enough for that shark.
Just a suggestion, round tank, more open rockscape, if you're going for coral no LPS or SPS, stick with low growing non stinging soft corals maybe zoanthids. And I would recommend a roller mat filter and protien skimmer with ozone. If nitrate and phosphate go out of control which with those 2 pieces of equipment is unlikely, just add live phytoplankton. Sounds crazy but phytoplankton eats nitrate and phosphate rapidly and will feed your pods and coral. Something else that can help is an algae scrubber, and can feed your fish the algae.
Drip acclimation should be done with temp in mind, the two volumes of water will almost always be significantly different especially if the smaller container is around any air flow like an AC vent or fan. In a setup like this bag floating in the sump is the best with the drip line from the display to the bag in the sump.
@@PuffDaddyReef I bought a Coral Catshark after I posted this comment lol. Your videos have been helpful. I've been putting mazuri vitamins in his food, and have ordered the gel. Hopefully he'll eat the gel because the vitamins are kind of a pain.
@@PuffDaddyReef you could try a korallin biodenitrator?? I'm in the process of a predator build with some very messy eaters, so I'm bringing out the big guns myself. I've had one kicking around for 5 or so years but never had a reason to use it until now....
Not trying to sound dumb or anything but I was wondering why didn't you quarantine the shark? everyone always says how important it is to do so with new additions. anyways congrats on your shark!
He is captive breed, so he does not have the most common shark parasites (isopods) and he can't carry many fish diseases. My typical QT has copper which is bad for sharks. Though perhaps I should have got him a 20 long tank to put him in for observation. It would have helped me figure out what he likes to eat sooner.
Puff Daddy Reef yes finding out what he likes to eat and making sure he is eating enough would prob have been a good idea but he looks happy enough where he is
At this size he would do fine in a 40 breeder. Epaulette sharks love tight spaces, tidepools are their natural habitat. Someday he may need more room than what he has. And if he does I will give it to him. Here is some good info www.advancedaquarist.com/2004/6/fish
He is a captive bread shark direct from the breeder. It he was wild I would have had to check him for parasites. Fortunatly they don't share many diseases with bony fish.
Help me name my shark!
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Puff it has to be puff
BRUCE!
bambi
This is super cool, especially like how he “walks” around hunting for food 🤩
Congrats on your new pet lizard! If I brought that bad boy into my house my wife would reach into the tank and hit it with a shoe. 😂😂
LMAO
You know... you don’t gotta wear a fancy getup to give us good content!
That’s why I love this hoppy so much...the animals that we can keep are just so amazing👍🏾
That is what is great about it. Anytime you get bored you can mix it up. New corals, sps, nps, seahorses, frogfish, just find something new.
I never thought about sharks in my tank until i seen him walking around you've got my wheels turning now
They typically reach 30" in an aquarium and are very quick growers. What will you do with him when he outgrows your tank? Cool fish, but I don't think your system is big enough to support him...
The first year he should get to 16 inches. 22 by the second. (but follow along and we shall see if it is sooner!) I have the means for a much bigger tank when the time comes.
CanadianReefGirl he explains this in the video. Going to have a different setup for him once he buys a house.
He will eat any fish that will fit inn his mouth. Esp when they sleep. Have lots of caves that he cannot get into is the key. Or bigger fish like tangs
Thanks for the advice!
Dude I had EXACTLY the same setup as yours...600lt w some live rock. I got the exact same shark.
He started eating after 2 days...I used a metal stick to bring the food down to the bottom. After a few weeks he would smell it and jump out from unde the rocks and swim up for it by itself.
After like 6-7 months he started EATING MY FISH during the night!!! one by one...first the small ones...then also my yellow tang! wtf?? I thought he had to be big before he eats such big fish....nope! so be very careful. That clown fish is the 1st to go...they're too slow and too dumb during the night when the lights are off and they're "sleeping".
Oh oh! Did any fish survive?
@@PuffDaddyReef yeah some of them did survive: the blue tang, the damselfish, the angelfish and couple others I don't remember. It was back in 2013.
Maybe I need a blue tang. But if I get one, I am getting a huge one.
First video I’ve seen but I like how I can learn from you, still in the process of researching for my first ever saltwater tank so I love it
Just so you know, I love your videos! Helpful + entertaining :) Congratz on the new addition!
Nice shark he should do really good with all that room to move around. Look light he's taking advantage of the space exploration the tank, good buy.
Super cool man, you've had my sub for a long time!
Not trying to be a jerk or anything but did you do any kind of research before buying this shark? Sharks shouldnt be put in a tank with corals/reef because they are not reef safe. That clown fish is just another source of food for the shark and that tank isnt big enough for that shark.
PUFFY REEF LOL
That’s such a cool fish! I would love to have one one day
Just a suggestion, round tank, more open rockscape, if you're going for coral no LPS or SPS, stick with low growing non stinging soft corals maybe zoanthids.
And I would recommend a roller mat filter and protien skimmer with ozone.
If nitrate and phosphate go out of control which with those 2 pieces of equipment is unlikely, just add live phytoplankton.
Sounds crazy but phytoplankton eats nitrate and phosphate rapidly and will feed your pods and coral.
Something else that can help is an algae scrubber, and can feed your fish the algae.
You're a man after my own heart you are the one
Love your content!
This is my dream fish too... Just subscribed
Mmmmmmn clownfish . Yum yum yum
I think he is going to the sump soon!
Drip acclimation should be done with temp in mind, the two volumes of water will almost always be significantly different especially if the smaller container is around any air flow like an AC vent or fan. In a setup like this bag floating in the sump is the best with the drip line from the display to the bag in the sump.
The animal is alive and well. I think he did his job well enough.
Wow man. Such a sweet addition ! 14:17 is that a bristle worm he's munching on?
He/she looks stunning 👍🏻👍🏻
Its a he! Help me think of a name!
Jaws??? 😬
Great video!
That was a Bad idea, this fish is not for reef Tanks rather in a fish Tank. But you learn from your mistakes. Good luck
Yah. It will be a learning experience of what I can and cannot keep with him. Stony corals may work if I can keep the nitrates down.
Awesome purchase!!!
New to your channel.I love that style of tank
Thanks
Amazing man. Please upload lots of vids
Living vicariously through you bro. lol. Want a shark so bad.
Thanks! I'll do better to post more of Napoleon so you can enjoy him. He has a great personality.
@@PuffDaddyReef I bought a Coral Catshark after I posted this comment lol. Your videos have been helpful. I've been putting mazuri vitamins in his food, and have ordered the gel. Hopefully he'll eat the gel because the vitamins are kind of a pain.
If you thought you had an algae problem before a shark is going to make that tank green. Lol. Cool new addition.
Yah. I may just have to get an algae scrubber. We shall see how long coral is even an option.
@@PuffDaddyReef you could try a korallin biodenitrator?? I'm in the process of a predator build with some very messy eaters, so I'm bringing out the big guns myself. I've had one kicking around for 5 or so years but never had a reason to use it until now....
I will have to look into it.
Awesome animal. Good to know he’s Reef safe. I like the name Zeppo or Eppie
Reef safe with caution. He will eat small fish and crabs and shrimp when he gets bigger. We will find out?
Thanks for the name suggestions!
Puff Daddy Reef my wrasse ate all my cuc except one am hermit.
Am loving your shark what else will you get in your tank that can live with the sharks?
Love your channel
Dia is why i want a bicker tank
Rip clown:(
Not trying to sound dumb or anything but I was wondering why didn't you quarantine the shark? everyone always says how important it is to do so with new additions. anyways congrats on your shark!
Hey, love your vids. I've been looking for a consistent channel with sharks
Okay, seriously, do all Epaulette sharks tend to "walk" on the ground?
Yes!
@@PuffDaddyReef so cool
Love the tank. There's something sad about a shark in a tank though
:(
or u can call it a bambo shark
Bamboo sharks are a different species. Same size, simmilar shape, but they are a little more active than epaulettes.
Following closely.... considering bottom dwelling shark for my 500
If I have a shark what should the bedding be like can I use sand or but nothing?
Lil jerry
I’m curious as to why no quarantine
He is captive breed, so he does not have the most common shark parasites (isopods) and he can't carry many fish diseases. My typical QT has copper which is bad for sharks. Though perhaps I should have got him a 20 long tank to put him in for observation. It would have helped me figure out what he likes to eat sooner.
Puff Daddy Reef yes finding out what he likes to eat and making sure he is eating enough would prob have been a good idea but he looks happy enough where he is
Great video! I was just curious to know what song was at the end, anyone know?
Name him Omar
Cool video brother. Clean the kitchen.
Why all the dislikes I wonder ?
#NitrateFactor lol
What are the dimensions and gallons for this tank
5 ft by 2 ft by 2 ft. Around 165 gallons
You need a bigger tank ;)
At this size he would do fine in a 40 breeder. Epaulette sharks love tight spaces, tidepools are their natural habitat. Someday he may need more room than what he has. And if he does I will give it to him. Here is some good info www.advancedaquarist.com/2004/6/fish
Nice apartment. How much is the rent ??
Enough to make this hobby look cheap 😂
You need more expensive fish then :D
No quarantine?
He is a captive bread shark direct from the breeder. It he was wild I would have had to check him for parasites. Fortunatly they don't share many diseases with bony fish.
Hola se ve padrísimo tú a cuario podrías traducir tus videos a Español
wow crazy crazy like
This is awful