Moving thing around: fish prefer the same setup forever or like having things moved

Thats an interesting question. My thoughts would be that they like a changing environment. In the wild the lakes and streams and such that they live in are constantly changing and evolving. My logic could be flawed but that's my idea. :dance:

Deoends by what you mean. Yes, some things will change in wild environments, but usually associated with a 'big' event--spring flooding, for example. Changes disturb their territories, and force them to learn where hiding places are, where food is, etc. Changing things up periodically isn't bad, but I wouldn't encourage anyone to change their tank around weekly, or even monthly.

I refreshen my tank about every 6 months or so. The fist need a week or so to get used to it again, but it doesnt nessesarily harm them.

I usually change my tanks around when I add new fish. This gives every fish a fresh start to establish new territories and prevents the newcomers from being terrorized. Otherwise I don't see a use. It might stress out the fish for a day or two but I don't see this harming them but I agree with OrionGirl. Don't do it unless you absolutely must.

rrkss said:

I usually change my tanks around when I add new fish. This gives every fish a fresh start to establish new territories and prevents the newcomers from being terrorized. Otherwise I don't see a use. It might stress out the fish for a day or two but I don't see this harming them but I agree with OrionGirl. Don't do it unless you absolutely must.

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Thats a pretty great idea! If I knew that earlier, I'd do that when the Cories were added so the Apistos wouldn't kill them .. Good idea for the future though!