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Aquatics & Exotic Small Animal Care Specialist Training Matching Fish Species to Compatible Tank Setups Species Compatibility: Field Application The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC), founded in…
Field Scenario
A customer wants to add a fish species known for territorial aggression to an established peaceful community tank.
What You Actually Recommend
- Explain the territorial tendencies of the species being considered honestly
- Discuss how this might genuinely disrupt the existing peaceful tank community
- Suggest compatible alternatives that would better suit the existing setup
- Recommend against the purchase if it seems likely to cause real problems, even if it costs a sale
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