QuestionI have a 48 gallon tank with one angel fish, one algae eater, and one red-tailed shark. I just acquired two sand dollar fish 4 days ago, and I have now noticed the red-tailed shark chasing the two sand dollars. Now what? I have tried moving things in the tank - and I have now taken the shark out of the tank. Should I put him back in the tank after an hour of being out? I am ready to send it back to the fish store.
AnswerDo you mean "silver dollar"? Sand Dollars are marine.
Red-tailed sharks are funny that way. Mine chased everyone in the tank until he was the smallest fish, then he was fine. There is a chance that he will stop chasing your fish when they get bigger, but there is a better chance that he will always be a bully. If you are unprepared to deal with the aggression and want a peaceful tank, I would trade him in.