I tell literally every single person that asks where to buy online. That dans fish is the best place to order online. You guys are soo transparent and I truly believe you and aquarium coop are changing the face of the hobby.
DAN! I'm fat and sassy, and I want a fat and sassy shirt, but they don't come in fat and sassy sizes! Lol. Awesome video! You guys are proving it's not all about money. People are willing to pay for a superior product. So glad it's working out for you guys!
Each time I watch one of your vids I'm blown away even more! The level of compassion & commitment to the fish you bring in is unparalleled! Both you & your staff are amazing! When I'm at our LFS & see fish I'm interested in.... I ALWAYS tell myself to wait until I can make an order from Dan's Fish, knowing I'll receive much healthier fish from them! Thank You!
I`m pretty sure the "Orange Otocinclus" is the same Peruvian catfish I`ve kept several times.. Our wholesaler here call them Nanoptopoma spec. "Robocop" ..(They get red-ish eyes in certain situations/photo-angles..) Sometimes I believe I`ve seen them called N. spec. "Peru 3" on some web-sites..?? Mine were very peaceful and went well with an Apisto pair in one of my planted elongated tanks(100x40x40cm).. Only tricky thing is to find food they will like, but if you try some of Repashys catfish food you will probably manage to keep them for a long time.. A very special and fun fish !! Thanks for sharing! :)
Dan I love your platinum rummy nose they are so beautiful in my tank they sparkle when the light hits them and they're red on their faces extremely red
I got some of those Cenepa Red Pencils closer to when they were first discovered from my LFS (he brings in a lot of really cool and rare wild fish), I won’t say how much I payed per fish😂 but they are definitely worth every penny. Glad everything came in so well for you!
I ordered from you for the first time, and I am supposed to get my order this Thursday. Looking forward to my order. Your selection is getting better and better.
Minimal stress equals maximal survival and health Got my next purchase figured out but waiting for the puffers-. Bought one you said you never stock again.
@DansFish Thanks! From the video, they don't look much like any gymnotid due to the cranial profile, laterally compressed shape, and pattern (hardly a reliable indicator, but still something to go off of). All of the 'sand knifefishes' can instantly be ruled out- same goes for Apteronotus and all the Sternopygids. The only general suborder left would be Hypopomidae, or the bluntnose knives; of that group, Brachyhypopomus is the second most frequently exported genus (behind Steatogenys, or the "centipede knives"- though technically that vernacular is typically reserved for duidae only). The other genera are either monotypic or composed of merely a handful of species at best- and nearly all are poorly studied due to a general lack of interest and/or difficulties regarding obtainment of specimens and collection when attempting fieldwork. Even so, they're very occasionally imported; though much more rarely so. Anyhow, Brachyhypopomus is most often confused for smaller Gymnotus by exporters for one reason or another; typically they go out as carapo- likely because they aren't completely dissimilar in appearance, and carapo tends to be a species most are familiar with and willing to purchase; Brachyhypopomids are supposedly far easier to collect as well, owing to their somewhat gregarious nature and widespread prevalence (at least according to a few research papers). As far as I'm aware, at least 70% of exports containing Brachyhypopomus are instances of contamination and/or entire shipments of intentionally mislabeled fish (which seldom happens); seldom are they intentionally exported. That does bring up the issue of species identification; many are not well-documented, and it's rather difficult to find any guides to distinguishing them without trawling through dissertations and studies. However, one can assume (based on the Gymnotus label) that the fish originated from Peru; likely caught from the Rio Ucayali, reportedly a relatively popular location for collecting Gymnotus. Of them, the most commonly reported species is Brachyhypopomus brevirostris; incidentally the most frequently-exported species as well. I'd assume the knives you received are brevirostris, or at the very least some sort of Peruvian Brachyhypopomus as a result. Really a shame Brachyhypopomids are so seldom exported; they're probably one of the best genera to keep in captivity due to their smaller adult size, utterly peaceful demeanor, somewhat gregarious nature (supposedly due to a different sequence of electrical pulses they emit, but I wouldn't know), wide tolerance of water parameters, rapid healing (for they often deal with nippy characins and have adapted to this via accelerated regeneration of fin tissue- and can grow back a severed caudal), greater tolerance of meds (IME, at any rate; certainly fared better than any Steatogenys or Gymnorhampichthys I kept), and rather unpicky nature (took to eating pellets rather quickly under my care, though they always favored bloodworms). I'm confident in identifying the knives you brought in as some sort of Brachyhypopomus, but seeing as I'm just a hobbyist with some time on my hands, it's probably for the best that you refer to somebody with more knowledge than I do for an accurate ID.
Id love to see some gold nugget plecos like a L177 or something. Have you ever had the Florida flag fish? I was shocked at how good of an algae eater they have been and they haven't messed with the other fish but i have only females.
We'd love to bring more Florida Flag Fish in, but don't have a good supplier for them yet. We got some from a hobbyist and they did great for us, and are definitely one of the best algae eaters.
The quality of the fish in this shipment is next level. Achievement unlocked!
I tell literally every single person that asks where to buy online. That dans fish is the best place to order online. You guys are soo transparent and I truly believe you and aquarium coop are changing the face of the hobby.
That supplier definitely looks like they are taking advice very well. Great looking order!😊
DAN! I'm fat and sassy, and I want a fat and sassy shirt, but they don't come in fat and sassy sizes! Lol.
Awesome video! You guys are proving it's not all about money. People are willing to pay for a superior product. So glad it's working out for you guys!
What size do you need, my friend? I'll see what I can do!
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Each time I watch one of your vids I'm blown away even more! The level of compassion & commitment to the fish you bring in is unparalleled! Both you & your staff are amazing! When I'm at our LFS & see fish I'm interested in.... I ALWAYS tell myself to wait until I can make an order from Dan's Fish, knowing I'll receive much healthier fish from them! Thank You!
Wow, I’ve never seen Otos look like that until settled and well fed in an aquarium for months. Very impressive shipment!
I`m pretty sure the "Orange Otocinclus" is the same Peruvian catfish I`ve kept several times.. Our wholesaler here call them Nanoptopoma spec. "Robocop" ..(They get red-ish eyes in certain situations/photo-angles..) Sometimes I believe I`ve seen them called N. spec. "Peru 3" on some web-sites..?? Mine were very peaceful and went well with an Apisto pair in one of my planted elongated tanks(100x40x40cm).. Only tricky thing is to find food they will like, but if you try some of Repashys catfish food you will probably manage to keep them for a long time.. A very special and fun fish !! Thanks for sharing! :)
this is the way all fish should be looked after, good work guy's 👏
I think those Redtail Glass tetras are actually Hummingbird Tetras!! Absolutely STUNNING when colored up!!
net and water opening table. Open bags , catch the fish and recycle the water to filter.
Awesome to see some much care was taken by this supplier! Keep changing the world one supplier at a time.
Dan I love your platinum rummy nose they are so beautiful in my tank they sparkle when the light hits them and they're red on their faces extremely red
I get that you have been in the hobby and industry for a long time, but it's mind blowing how you just name off fish. Awesome video!
Thank you for supporting humane practices!!
I got some of those Cenepa Red Pencils closer to when they were first discovered from my LFS (he brings in a lot of really cool and rare wild fish), I won’t say how much I payed per fish😂 but they are definitely worth every penny. Glad everything came in so well for you!
Excellent looking fish today. It would be nice if we could see a small tour of the fish in tanks that aren't washed out after the unboxing. ❤❤
We'll have a tour of them all the day they are released for sale later this week.
Feels like Xmas 😂. I love these videos thanks Dan
I ordered from you for the first time, and I am supposed to get my order this Thursday. Looking forward to my order. Your selection is getting better and better.
wow they all look amazing!
Love the unboxing videos and your energy!
Super nice shipment of fish thanks for sharing ✌️👍💗💯
Impressive puffers! Like this style of unboxing.
Happy for you getting a great shipment 🎉
Beautiful haul of new fish, Dan!
Fantastic quality of fish! I love unboxings like this. Thanks for sharing ❤
Such a nice shipment!
Phat phat phat
Awesome as always!!! My wish list keeps growing!
Woop
Those are some nice looking fishies!!
All good.
Nothing short of awesome!
Minimal stress equals maximal survival and health Got my next purchase figured out but waiting for the puffers-. Bought one you said you never stock again.
Any plans to bring in glass knife fish :)
MOAR FESH!!!
Great videos. Keep up the good work
Awesome fish! Are the knives Brachyhypopomus? Been looking for a few for a long while, ever since my last group died.
They came in labeled as Gymnotus. I know next to nothing about knifefish, so if they are something else, I wouldn't know it.
@DansFish Thanks! From the video, they don't look much like any gymnotid due to the cranial profile, laterally compressed shape, and pattern (hardly a reliable indicator, but still something to go off of). All of the 'sand knifefishes' can instantly be ruled out- same goes for Apteronotus and all the Sternopygids. The only general suborder left would be Hypopomidae, or the bluntnose knives; of that group, Brachyhypopomus is the second most frequently exported genus (behind Steatogenys, or the "centipede knives"- though technically that vernacular is typically reserved for duidae only).
The other genera are either monotypic or composed of merely a handful of species at best- and nearly all are poorly studied due to a general lack of interest and/or difficulties regarding obtainment of specimens and collection when attempting fieldwork. Even so, they're very occasionally imported; though much more rarely so. Anyhow, Brachyhypopomus is most often confused for smaller Gymnotus by exporters for one reason or another; typically they go out as carapo- likely because they aren't completely dissimilar in appearance, and carapo tends to be a species most are familiar with and willing to purchase; Brachyhypopomids are supposedly far easier to collect as well, owing to their somewhat gregarious nature and widespread prevalence (at least according to a few research papers). As far as I'm aware, at least 70% of exports containing Brachyhypopomus are instances of contamination and/or entire shipments of intentionally mislabeled fish (which seldom happens); seldom are they intentionally exported.
That does bring up the issue of species identification; many are not well-documented, and it's rather difficult to find any guides to distinguishing them without trawling through dissertations and studies. However, one can assume (based on the Gymnotus label) that the fish originated from Peru; likely caught from the Rio Ucayali, reportedly a relatively popular location for collecting Gymnotus. Of them, the most commonly reported species is Brachyhypopomus brevirostris; incidentally the most frequently-exported species as well. I'd assume the knives you received are brevirostris, or at the very least some sort of Peruvian Brachyhypopomus as a result.
Really a shame Brachyhypopomids are so seldom exported; they're probably one of the best genera to keep in captivity due to their smaller adult size, utterly peaceful demeanor, somewhat gregarious nature (supposedly due to a different sequence of electrical pulses they emit, but I wouldn't know), wide tolerance of water parameters, rapid healing (for they often deal with nippy characins and have adapted to this via accelerated regeneration of fin tissue- and can grow back a severed caudal), greater tolerance of meds (IME, at any rate; certainly fared better than any Steatogenys or Gymnorhampichthys I kept), and rather unpicky nature (took to eating pellets rather quickly under my care, though they always favored bloodworms).
I'm confident in identifying the knives you brought in as some sort of Brachyhypopomus, but seeing as I'm just a hobbyist with some time on my hands, it's probably for the best that you refer to somebody with more knowledge than I do for an accurate ID.
Id love to see some gold nugget plecos like a L177 or something. Have you ever had the Florida flag fish? I was shocked at how good of an algae eater they have been and they haven't messed with the other fish but i have only females.
We'd love to bring more Florida Flag Fish in, but don't have a good supplier for them yet. We got some from a hobbyist and they did great for us, and are definitely one of the best algae eaters.
Lovely
Those puffers look like some nice little meat balls!
When will these fish be listed on your website? Interested in the new pencilfish!
We quarantine for at least two weeks, longer if needed. So far so good. Most will be up at the end of next week.
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He said “your friendly fish MONGER” ??? monger ? What that means ?
A Fish Monger is someone who sells fish as food. We sell fish, but not for food hence the 'Friendly' title.
@@DansFish 😂😂😂😂okay