Fletch Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 After losing my new Red CT boy I was pretty down last week. I shared what happened and received a very interesting pm from Jim (jha) saying he had a little surprise for me. Wouldn't give me any other info but said he was excited to see this line bred. To say I was surprised and touched by his generosity is an understatement. The pair arrived yesterday and settled into the barracks well. Have eaten a good feed of black worms and looking eager for the spawn tank. :-). First the girl. All the photos she looks metallic with a bit of red wash in her anal but IRL she is a metallic PURPLE. Most amazing color but impossible to catch on film. You will have to take my word (Jarrod and Jim are eye witnesses.). Both fish don't sit still. Hypo. Need a bump for boy. He is pretty special. :-). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fletch Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Ok. The boy is how he looks. Metallic Grizzled CT ?? Not sure if Jim knew of my relationship with marbles but this boy is amazing. I think these fish mack a fantastic pair and can't wait to see the results. :-) Again, this guy refuses to sit still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briztoon Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Awesome Paul. And kudos to Jim (jha) for looking out for a fellow hobbyist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2littlerevheads Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 that is a lovely pair paul , :dance: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Great looking fish! Can't wait to see their fry- fingers crossed for you! How nice of Jim, too; he deserves a pat on the back. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lachie1998 Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 very nice pair and good of jim to so that :applaud: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiameseFightingFist Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Tis a good comunity, you lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fletch Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I am extremely grateful to Jim and must say the fish were packed perfectly (I took notes lol) and the quality and health of the fish is top notch. I have seen quite a few pairs that Jarrod has purchased from Jim and the fish have always arrive safely and in good health. I must say, in the time I have been associated with this site (18 mths??), I have met some wonderful people from almost every state in Australia. In this time, on numerous occasions, from many different people, you see random acts of kindness. Such acts can really have a profound effect on the other person. SHARE THE LOVE. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forever_and_a_day Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 hats off to Jim for being such an awesome guy they look like a gorgeous pair and the purple will be interesting. slightly off topic: Busman, i notice you feed alot of blackworms - do you culture them yourself or do you constantly buy live portions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fletch Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 It took me a long time to try them but now I love em. I usually buy $5 worth each time I go to Fishchicks. Even my community tank gets them. Lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadoh Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Mate, they've coloured up well now they've settled in Jim chose well! They have great form. I want to get all mad scientisty and make short tailed versions :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fletch Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Thanks mate. Wish I could catch her true color.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hey Paul I think you did prity good with the pics. and the pair are a great match. This will be a great pair to watch and you can put me down for a pair Ill pick them up in September I will add that Uncle Jim helps me out as well and I am never disapointed. Good luck Bussy and may your tanks be fruitfull Cheers Les Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zui Posted July 5, 2012 Report Share Posted July 5, 2012 It is wonderful to see that there is still genuine sincerity and good will left in people. A better person than Jim would be hard to find . My hat off to you mate Good luck with them Paul :dance: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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