Re: Westies (was Nanochromis nudiceps)

[Mike & Diane Wise <apistowise@bewellnet.com>]

Big John,

Yes, you are right on both counts. Oliver has several sources for Brazilian
fish, not just European breeders. He is the only real source that I know about
in North America that is willing to pay the price & offer wild & unusual fish.
Unfortunately, most people in the USA can't afford to inspection costs, etc. to
justify bringing in 2 or 3 new species. Oliver's fish are well worth the prices
he asks. Unfortunately as you say, "Its really too bad that too many ppl [in
the USA] are so friggin cheap." What I don't understand is why Rift Lake
cichlid hobbyists will pay almost anything for their fish, but other hobbyists
will not.

Well, I'm off to Norway for the week. I'm sure you will all survive a week
without my snide comments.

Mike Wise

John Wubbolt wrote:

> Hello Mike
>
> I am pretty sure that oliver imports his brazilian fish directly from
> south american... not from Europe....
>
> Also , Olivers fish ARE NOT expensive.... considering that you get
> quality wild caught fish, I dont find his prices that high.... Yes ,
> living close to Montreal i do get to see alot of new and rare
> imports..... Like George.. Im spoiled too!!   I find a trip to Olivers
> once every three months or so very fun..... I've been able to get my
> hands of species I've only dreamed of in the past.   It's just too bad
> that everyone doesnt make the effort to get new fish..... I am willing
> to pay for the new stuff....Im also willing to pay for the quality stuff
> that has been in the hobby for years....Its really too bad that too many
> ppl are so friggin cheap..... If you want fish for $1.99 go buy some
> Firemouths.....PetSmart has lots of them!!!   IF you want good
> apistos... be willing to pay for them!!!
>
> John in Northern NY WHERE It didnt snow yet!!
>
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