2007-09-02 11:50:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
You can, but they almost need a tank set up especially for them. They need to have a softer substrate so the can burrow into it a little, and more bottom area than tank height. Considering some of the freshwater rays get 12 to 18 inches around the disk (that doesn't even include the length of the tail), you can get an idea of the size of the tank needed to keep just one. They also demand very clean water, so you have to do lots of water changes and have good filtration for them. See this for some of the freshwater types: http://www.wetwebmedia.com/FWSubWebIndex/fwstingrays.htm
There are also saltwater rays you can buy, but some of these will get even larger: http://www.tropicalfishoutlet.com/FishSubCategory.asp?FishCategoryID=36
2007-09-02 12:08:15 · answer #1 · answered by copperhead 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, yes they can. I took a tour of a fish farm in Florida and I saw some miniature, freshwater stingrays. I don't know how to take care of them or anything but I just thought I'd let you know.
2007-09-02 23:46:56 · answer #2 · answered by Laura 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, why not? BUT, a string ray is hard to care for, if you can't seem to find one, ask one of you local fish store to bring a couple just for you :)
2007-09-02 19:20:01 · answer #3 · answered by Sliver W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, freshwater stingrays have been in the business for awhile now and fairly common and cheap.
Saltwater rays are also easily obtained for a pet.
Now..... yes you CAN, but only if you know enough about them and can care for them.
2007-09-02 20:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by Coral Reef Forum 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes you can, but they are venomous and not for a new fishkeeper check out http://www.bigalsonline.com/ and search freshwater stingray.
2007-09-02 19:08:05 · answer #5 · answered by stan in china 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. You would need an awfully big tank.
2007-09-02 18:59:06 · answer #6 · answered by maxmom 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I have NEVER seen one for sale, so I'd have to say no.
2007-09-02 18:59:14 · answer #7 · answered by Megan 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
maybe
2007-09-03 19:56:59 · answer #8 · answered by cuteval4000 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋