Re: NANFA-- Freckled Madtom Eating Behavior

EELReprah_at_aol.com
Thu, 25 Mar 2004 10:24:58 EST

In a message dated 3/25/04 9:47:59 AM, bongi_at_cox-internet.com writes:

<< I think their primary senses are scent and feel (via lateral line). But
they very intelligent and can learn from visual cues. >>

Many of my fish have learned who feeds them and from what container. If
someone else is with me they are more reticent and if I pick up a different can of
flake food they are not as eager, until they find out it is just as tasty.
However, if feeding live tubifex worms or frozen bloodworms, they lose all
inhibitions. They learn very quickly.

Lee Harper
Media, PA
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