I found 2 BSJF at my LFS!

corrado007 · 04-17-2008, 11:26 PM

I've been looking forward to getting a BSJF for some time now. Last time I tried to buy one it swam into an anemone and was killed when the LFS employee was trying to net him. I've been searching for one ever since and finally found these two guys at the LFS today.
Here's the big problem, both of them have some "film" of something on parts of their bodies. It looks like a mild case of some sort of translucent white fungus or something. It's mostly on their heads, I'm not sure if it was on their bodies. The fish both seem active and appear to act healthy. What could it be? I left the LFS at closing time and plan to check back on them tomorrow after work tomorrow.
They are $75 each by the way. They have good coloration and I asked the employee to feed them and they both ate flake food. That's at least a good sign.
Other than the white stuff on them I just had one other question about behavior. The two were in separate little cube divided sections of one of those LFS cubicle tanks right next to each other.One is a bit bigger and seems a little less dominant, and the other smaller one is a bit darker in color and was coming out more and opening his mouth really wide and showing it to the other one. For those of you that are used to their behaviors, does one sound better than the other behaviorally?
Thanks!

sasquatch · 04-17-2008, 11:29 PM

From what Ive picked up about these guys they come to the plate on strike two, if your set on them pay a small deposit and tell them youll be back when cured, no clue on behavior

vdituri · 04-17-2008, 11:43 PM

Now where'd you find them?
Exotic or Coral Reef?

corrado007 · 04-17-2008, 11:45 PM

I'm not sure I get the baseball analogy but if they're still there tomorrow I think putting down a deposit would be a good idea. The guy at the LFS didn't seem to keen on holding one for me though. He just suggested that they sell pretty slow so I should just check back in a day or two.

corrado007 · 04-17-2008, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vdituri

Now where'd you find them?
Exotic or Coral Reef?

Neither, they were at Jojo's. They had one there a few weeks ago but it said sold on the tank.

vdituri · 04-17-2008, 11:49 PM

Wow. I've never seen them get them in there.
I do like the new expanded frag tanks.

corrado007 · 04-17-2008, 11:55 PM

Yeah, the frag tanks are pretty nice. I like the creative wave maker they set up coming off the back of that new display tank. I've actually seen them get some pretty decent and somewhat rare fish in from time to time.

bluespotjawfish · 04-18-2008, 06:22 AM

That's a hard call. From what you described I would not get either. As for behavior, both sound stressed by the other. Since neither are healthy to start with, the stress is likely to make that worse.

You want to start healthy and unstressed.

corrado007 · 04-18-2008, 10:41 AM

That's not what I wanted to hear

You're right though, I'll have to just be patient. I'll go back today and see if they look any better but I'll have to be sure to control myself.
Thanks for the input.

Reefer333 · 04-18-2008, 11:18 AM

I agree with BlueSpotJawfish, this fish can be challenging enough without starting with a sick BSJF. Here are a few links were they are selling them:
Gift Certificates | Salt Water Fish Gift Certificate | Salt Water Fish Aquarium Gift Certificate - Reef Hot Spot

You might have to correct me,but I think that Scott(Dentoid) got his from reefhotspot. Keep us updated!!

Reefer333 · 04-18-2008, 11:22 AM

And here:
Vivid Aquariums - Buy Online - Fish Store in Los Angeles - Buy Bluespotted Jawfish (Opistognathus rosenblatti) - Size: 3”-4"

corrado007 · 04-18-2008, 11:13 PM

Hey reefer333, thanks for the links.

I guess today was really my lucky day. I went back to the LFS to check on the little guys and see if they looked any better. They didn't look any better but still looked pretty active. I decided to keep waiting and check on them later. I then went to another LFS and to my amazement they had 3 BSJF! They were all really healthy looking and the guy even agreed to match the $75 price of the other store. Needless to say, I picked out the best looking one and he now resides in my 90gal tank.
I've got the tank covered with egg crate and will add gutter guard first thing in the morning to keep him where he belongs.
I'll post a pic of the new addition when he decides it's safe to come out.

Thanks for the good advice everyone, it really pays to be patient.

Nervoustime · 04-19-2008, 12:37 AM

You are really going to enjoy your new little guy. He will add a lot to your tank. Congrats!!!

Reefer333 · 04-19-2008, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by corrado007

Hey reefer333, thanks for the links.

I guess today was really my lucky day. I went back to the LFS to check on the little guys and see if they looked any better. They didn't look any better but still looked pretty active. I decided to keep waiting and check on them later. I then went to another LFS and to my amazement they had 3 BSJF! They were all really healthy looking and the guy even agreed to match the $75 price of the other store. Needless to say, I picked out the best looking one and he now resides in my 90gal tank.
I've got the tank covered with egg crate and will add gutter guard first thing in the morning to keep him where he belongs.
I'll post a pic of the new addition when he decides it's safe to come out.

Thanks for the good advice everyone, it really pays to be patient.

Congrats!!! Can't wait to see your fish!!!

kathywithbirds · 04-19-2008, 01:24 AM

YAY!!! Pics please!!

04-17-2008, 11:26 PM	#1 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 708 View Gallery Karma Komment	I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! I've been looking forward to getting a BSJF for some time now. Last time I tried to buy one it swam into an anemone and was killed when the LFS employee was trying to net him. I've been searching for one ever since and finally found these two guys at the LFS today. Here's the big problem, both of them have some "film" of something on parts of their bodies. It looks like a mild case of some sort of translucent white fungus or something. It's mostly on their heads, I'm not sure if it was on their bodies. The fish both seem active and appear to act healthy. What could it be? I left the LFS at closing time and plan to check back on them tomorrow after work tomorrow. They are $75 each by the way. They have good coloration and I asked the employee to feed them and they both ate flake food. That's at least a good sign. Other than the white stuff on them I just had one other question about behavior. The two were in separate little cube divided sections of one of those LFS cubicle tanks right next to each other.One is a bit bigger and seems a little less dominant, and the other smaller one is a bit darker in color and was coming out more and opening his mouth really wide and showing it to the other one. For those of you that are used to their behaviors, does one sound better than the other behaviorally? Thanks! __________________ Justin 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Bluespot Jawfish, Paired O clowns, Hippo tang, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, Neon Goby, Chromis, and a Zebra Dartfish) Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

04-17-2008, 11:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
sasquatch Brunt of all Jokes~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the very farthest west coast of canada Posts: 8,917 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! From what Ive picked up about these guys they come to the plate on strike two, if your set on them pay a small deposit and tell them youll be back when cured, no clue on behavior

04-17-2008, 11:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
vdituri Excellent Guesser :D Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 5,725 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! Now where'd you find them? Exotic or Coral Reef? __________________ Victor ----- People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.

04-17-2008, 11:45 PM	#4 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 708 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! I'm not sure I get the baseball analogy but if they're still there tomorrow I think putting down a deposit would be a good idea. The guy at the LFS didn't seem to keen on holding one for me though. He just suggested that they sell pretty slow so I should just check back in a day or two. __________________ Justin 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Bluespot Jawfish, Paired O clowns, Hippo tang, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, Neon Goby, Chromis, and a Zebra Dartfish) Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

04-17-2008, 11:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
vdituri Excellent Guesser :D Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 5,725 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! Wow. I've never seen them get them in there. I do like the new expanded frag tanks. __________________ Victor ----- People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.

04-17-2008, 11:55 PM	#7 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 708 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! Yeah, the frag tanks are pretty nice. I like the creative wave maker they set up coming off the back of that new display tank. I've actually seen them get some pretty decent and somewhat rare fish in from time to time. __________________ Justin 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Bluespot Jawfish, Paired O clowns, Hippo tang, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, Neon Goby, Chromis, and a Zebra Dartfish) Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

04-18-2008, 06:22 AM	#8 (permalink)
bluespotjawfish Tridacna maxima Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 4,140 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! That's a hard call. From what you described I would not get either. As for behavior, both sound stressed by the other. Since neither are healthy to start with, the stress is likely to make that worse. You want to start healthy and unstressed. __________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow

04-18-2008, 10:41 AM	#9 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 708 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! That's not what I wanted to hear You're right though, I'll have to just be patient. I'll go back today and see if they look any better but I'll have to be sure to control myself. Thanks for the input. __________________ Justin 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Bluespot Jawfish, Paired O clowns, Hippo tang, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, Neon Goby, Chromis, and a Zebra Dartfish) Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

04-18-2008, 11:18 AM	#10 (permalink)
Reefer333 Midas Blenny Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 113 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! I agree with BlueSpotJawfish, this fish can be challenging enough without starting with a sick BSJF. Here are a few links were they are selling them: Gift Certificates \| Salt Water Fish Gift Certificate \| Salt Water Fish Aquarium Gift Certificate - Reef Hot Spot You might have to correct me,but I think that Scott(Dentoid) got his from reefhotspot. Keep us updated!!

04-18-2008, 11:22 AM	#11 (permalink)
Reefer333 Midas Blenny Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 113 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! And here: Vivid Aquariums - Buy Online - Fish Store in Los Angeles - Buy Bluespotted Jawfish (Opistognathus rosenblatti) - Size: 3”-4"

04-18-2008, 11:13 PM	#12 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 708 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: I found 2 BSJF at my LFS! Hey reefer333, thanks for the links. I guess today was really my lucky day. I went back to the LFS to check on the little guys and see if they looked any better. They didn't look any better but still looked pretty active. I decided to keep waiting and check on them later. I then went to another LFS and to my amazement they had 3 BSJF! They were all really healthy looking and the guy even agreed to match the $75 price of the other store. Needless to say, I picked out the best looking one and he now resides in my 90gal tank. I've got the tank covered with egg crate and will add gutter guard first thing in the morning to keep him where he belongs. I'll post a pic of the new addition when he decides it's safe to come out. Thanks for the good advice everyone, it really pays to be patient. __________________ Justin 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Bluespot Jawfish, Paired O clowns, Hippo tang, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, Neon Goby, Chromis, and a Zebra Dartfish) Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

04-19-2008, 12:37 AM	#13 (permalink)
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