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I am moving in 3 weeks, only about 30 minutes from where I live now. I can't figure out if I should move my fish in large buckets or in bags or in small containers.
The fish are: 3 kuhli loaches
2 yoyo loaches
6 black neons
1 golden gourami
6 SAE
1 CAE
1 bristlenose pleco
1 male betta
1 dwarf frog

These are in two tanks. I figure it should take me about 2 or three hours tops to get the tanks up again. I am afraid of the buckets because of sloshing around when I am driving. Also I may have to make 2 trips if I use buckets because I have a small car. Will they run out of air in bags though?

I would appreciate any help!
Thanks,
Lauren

I would go with buckets, but they must have lids. You must find something that closes well, so you wouldn't spill any water.



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Here's the FAQ from this site:

http://www.fishprofiles.net/faq/begin-longterm.asp#vacation

The times I moved, I used medium sized coolers to transport the fish. I think the advantages are:

1) Helps to prevent rapid changes in temperature
2) I think that being in darkness is less stressful

Get a cooler (or 2) that will hold 10-15 gallons and make sure they are clean. Throw a few of your plants in for the little guys to feel safe and you should be okay. That's always worked for me with no deaths.

Good luck!!

Thanks y'all!

That is a great idea Dishman. I will remember that for when I move...if I ever find a place! <wish-ga heads off to check out domain.com]


btw cooler = esky

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Hey wish-ga. Do you refer to coolers as esky in your area, or are you just referring to the brand name.

Just curious.