Pygmy Sun Fish Vs. Scareltt Badis

[NatureFish]

which one do you prefer and why? you can post your answer or simply use the poll I made!

 

[Nils]

I prefer Scarlet Badis because even though these 2 species are very similar, scarlet badis aren't wild caught and are therefor able to sustain a good population in the wild, while sunfish are very hard to breed and are mostly wild caught. And I think SB look better

 

[TheresaM]

I've never kept sun fish but badis are very shy and are often difficult to feed. I have a small colony but to be honest they're rarely seen

 

[jetajockey]

The scarlet badis I've seen on the lists so far are all wild caught. Care wise they seem very similar, both doing best with live foods or frozen bloodworms

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[Brookster123]

I like my scarlet badis, turned out with 3 males and 2 females so it stays interesting. They'll take frozen baby brine and bloodworms. I've introduced scuds to the tank and they also pick off baby pond snails.

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[Nils]

Hmm, in my LFS they are captive bred. Guess it varies and al depends on where you're from.

 

[NatureFish]

I like my scarlet badis, turned out with 3 males and 2 females so it stays interesting. They'll take frozen baby brine and bloodworms. I've introduced scuds to the tank and they also pick off baby pond snails.

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What's a scud...?

 

[TheresaM]

What's a scud...?

Easy to keep live food!

LIVE SCUDS ‘Hyalella azteca’ QTY (50) with FREE SHIPPING | LIVEFINS

I keep a colony in this, just suction some out when needed:

 

[NatureFish]

oh ok cool!