Tang nipping on LPS

[Reefer_peter]

Hi, does anyone had issue with tangs that had been in the tank for a while but suddenly going after LPS? If so, how did you deal with it besides removing the fish?

 

I had a purple tang that I like a lot and it had been specifically going after my two trachyphyllia for a few days now. Tank had a nutrient issue so recently reduced feeding to once every two days so this issue started. Trying to use seaweed to distract it and ensure that it is well fed but does not seem to be working. Appreciate any inputs. Thanks!

 

 

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[oceanviper]

Hi bro.
Encountered that with my purple tang last time.
Sad to say I can’t solve it. As a result I had to sold it away and get a new one.
So far still ok and no nipping on my LPS even reduced feeding.



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[Rethinam]

Hi bro. I have tried taking a purple tang out and recondition it to pellet eating in another tank and it worked. You could consider this otherwise there is no way to change the habit.


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[Reefer_peter]

Noted will try keeping it in another tank for a while thanks guys

[Unicorn RX0]

Ty for info