New critters, how to care for them..?

The environment of the tank is different from the water it would be released in. The fish has adapted to that new environment, even if it did come from the wild. Their is a risk of the fish taking something (bacteria/virus/etc.) from the tank and releasing it into the wild with it. The wild fish will not have adapted to it. While the risk is small, it is still there.

It could also be illegal.
 
So...I can either leave the fish behind when we move or hope someone takes them...great

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You may be able to get some LFS to take them if you need to.

LFS's always seem to be willing to take free fish. I find they do suddenly get a bit hesitant if they find out the fish were wild caught so maybe avoid that detail if you can. But I think that has more to do with local laws so may not be an issue around you.
 
Only store I can try is Petsmart...you think they will take them??
I'll try this Friday...


The turtles cute though, no?
 
My petsmart would definately NOT take those. Depends on yours though
 
They aren't going to be able to sell them, so it's doubtful they'll take them. Good luck all the same. Is there a zoo or aquarium nearby? You're more likely to have success there. Like it if were me, I'd try to bring them to Riverbanks Zoo...
 
Nothing near and I'm not driving 50+ miles just to hope they take them. Calling first doesn't always mean they will keep their word.
 
I doubt any big chain will take in fish, at least any that big. I think your only bet is going to be a privately owned business.


EDIT: I must be really slow if 3 people replied while I was doing so! lol
 
At least your internet isn't constantly cutting out the last few days, now that's slow...
Can't even edit if I came off mean and didn't realize it until I sent it..lol
 
Do you have any parks or what not nearby with small ponds in them? There is one in my town, if I was in your shoes that's what I would do. The fish in it are pretty much stocked by local anglers who toss them in for the kids to catch.
 
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