Cleaner Wrasse? - Update

[reeferaddict]

You know, if you want to jump on a thread to flame me, I have no problem with that, as long as you can back it up. Thus far, as we get deeper into this, your argument has in fact gotten weaker, so rather than just expressing your frustration over your ill-informed opinion, prove me wrong... please. At least I am open to reading the evidence.

What you have posted so far has produced an actual scientific observation from the University of New Queensland that contradicts your opinion. Thank you for being the first one on this thread to provide actual field observations. My condolences as unfortunately for you, it doesn't support your opinion. Now this thread you have just posted only goes to show further that hobbyists have had a degree of success in keeping them. I see as many if not more posts about people losing Neon Gobies as I do about these guys.

As for my experience in the hobby, I must admit that I feel like there is SO much to learn. Every day I look at my tanks and marvel at the growth and diversity, looking forward to reading and understanding more all the time. The reason I post here at all is to promote friendly discussions sharing views and opinions with other reefers. I don't come on here and "tell" others how to approach the hobby, and if I DO express an opinion I try to qualify it as just that, as I do not consider myself an expert, just an experienced reefkeeper. When something grows and thrives it is very rewarding. When the reverse is true it is very humbling. Humility taught me to research this hobby from top to bottom and become expert in the critical areas. This has turned my experience from one of frustration to one of fascination and enthusiasm.

I congratulate you on your prowess to be able to maintain a 500g system. I can only imagine the logistics of maintaining such a large water volume and the time and dollars involved. Would you be so kind as to share some of your positive experiences, and maybe show us some pictures? Once again I welcome your debate, I just ask that you tone down on the personal comments and allow yourself to communicate at everyone else's level. I guarantee you will receive more respect that way, both here AND RC.

Cheers,

Jim.