Eric, If the bag was small and there was no water/air surface area in the bag (i.e. if the bag was folded over the tank edge), it is not impossible that they suffocated... apistos would go more quickly than cories. I would think that if the apistos were physically damaged, you would be able to see evidence of that on their bodies. Martha ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the apistogramma mailing list, apisto@listbox.com. For instructions on how to subscribe or unsubscribe or get help, email apisto-request@listbox.com. apisto-digest@listbox.com also available. Web archives at http://lists.thekrib.com/apisto Trading at http://blox.dropship.org/mailman/listinfo/apisto_trader