DiscusnAfricans
Past President
Pat Kelly mentioned that somewhere around 75% of the fish in a fish show generally come from local club members. This means our members need to show as many fish as they can.
Size, condition and appearance are the biggest judging factors correct? Which of these are the most important? I ask because I am hesitant to show fish because I don't know if any of my fish are show quality.
Would a small fish in excellent condition and good appearance be worth bringing? What about a large fish that looks great, but doesn't have the best fin condition?
Most of my breeders have good appearance and condition, but aren't necessarily near "full-size." Most of my display tank males are large and look nice, but most have frayed fins. I don't have any extra tanks to be able to separate these fish to properly condition them, so should I consider bringing them?
Will there be a place to store show fish on sunday? If fish have to be removed from the show room by 10AM and people are staying to help break down the room and attend the auction, where can the fish boxes be kept since the hotel rooms won't be an option?
I'm not trying to dissuade anyone from showing fish, I'm actually trying to find opinions that would encourage people to show fish. I also want people to feel confident about their choice to show fish. I entered a fish in the last Aquafest show and it was a great experience.
Size, condition and appearance are the biggest judging factors correct? Which of these are the most important? I ask because I am hesitant to show fish because I don't know if any of my fish are show quality.
Would a small fish in excellent condition and good appearance be worth bringing? What about a large fish that looks great, but doesn't have the best fin condition?
Most of my breeders have good appearance and condition, but aren't necessarily near "full-size." Most of my display tank males are large and look nice, but most have frayed fins. I don't have any extra tanks to be able to separate these fish to properly condition them, so should I consider bringing them?
Will there be a place to store show fish on sunday? If fish have to be removed from the show room by 10AM and people are staying to help break down the room and attend the auction, where can the fish boxes be kept since the hotel rooms won't be an option?
I'm not trying to dissuade anyone from showing fish, I'm actually trying to find opinions that would encourage people to show fish. I also want people to feel confident about their choice to show fish. I entered a fish in the last Aquafest show and it was a great experience.