Happy Turkey Day. More important lets look at rare fish..

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So I always have a big problem with the "rare" fish definition.   Currently on RC there is thread about 200 new Clarion Angels being available to fish market worldwide.    Prior to this stock there was one other group of Clarions available legally for sale in the world in the past 7-10 years.   Won't go into the reasons for he lack of availability, but will stress that is no because they are "rare" in numbers.  You will always have a person on these forums that say these fish should be left on the reefs because they are "rare".  When in reality they are not "rare" in quantity but rather "rare" to the trade.   Many of the "rare" fish come from deep water, isolated locations, protected waters, etc.  I would much rather see these so called "rare" fish be called "very desireable", or possibly "difficult to obtain"  Of course there are exceptions to the rule, but most so called "rare" fish are just difficult to obtain.  I haven't heard anyone call a Bangai Cardinal "rare".  Now that fish would really fit the definition of rare.   Below are pics of the Clarion Angel.  If you do have the coin for a Clarion, $2000.00  and up be aware they are one of the most hardy angels.  Also, when Clarions reach adulthood they are one of the most territorial and aggressive fish you can keep.  Realize I said fish and not Angel.  Be sure to have a display of at least 220 for an adult Clarion to be able to tolerate other fish in it's territory.  One fish that I have never had the pleasure to keep, but have kept a close cousin the Passer.  A stunning fish.  My big angel dream is still the Conspiculatus, pic below.  Have a great weekend.  T

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