Definition: Dither Fish
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The theory is that when the larger fish see the small fish swimming out in the open of the tank it draws them out because they see that there is nothing to fear when out in the open. It can also curb aggression in a tank by causing the feuding fish to focus on the dithers rather then fighting amongst themselves.
I have used danios and I'm planning on trying some rainbows because they are larger and my danios became a snack once my other fish got large enough to eat them. So the type of dither will depend on the size of the fish you will use the dithers for.
I have used danios and I'm planning on trying some rainbows because they are larger and my danios became a snack once my other fish got large enough to eat them. So the type of dither will depend on the size of the fish you will use the dithers for.
The first part of the definition is accurate for dither fish though... sort of a safety indicator for shy fish.
Dirty, I've used Australian Rainbows before, they are hardy as anything and handle most water conditions.
Dirty, I've used Australian Rainbows before, they are hardy as anything and handle most water conditions.
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I tried this using buenos aires tetras with a Jack Dempsey. It did work. The Dempsey stopped hiding and swam openly in the front of the tank. The the tetras disappeared one after another. Jack swore he knew nothing even when he was the last one in the tank. He claimed he was framed.
