Tropical Abalone (tank raised)

joetbs · Mar 3, 2024

Got a nice batch of these algae busters. (H. diversicolor) Approximately 1". $30 each or 4 for $100.

This batch also have some 2" that are $40 or 4/$120.

Pickup welcome in Buffalo NY, otherwise can ship UPS overnight for $50.

ChuckTownReefer · Mar 3, 2024

Got any tips on how to keep them? Also could you show us what your setup looks like?

joetbs · Mar 3, 2024

ChuckTownReefer said:
Got any tips on how to keep them? Also could you show us what your setup looks like?

Lots of algae. Make sure they are right side up. Otherwise not difficult to keep.

Asagi · Mar 3, 2024

Pm’d

Undecidedmn · Mar 3, 2024

Do these eat bubble algae? How are they on glass cleaning?

joetbs · Mar 4, 2024

Undecidedmn said:
Do these eat bubble algae? How are they on glass cleaning?

They won't eat bubble algae. Very good at glass cleaning

Colemansreef · Mar 9, 2024

Consider shipping usps priority2-3 day? I’ve ordered snails and stuff through reef cleaners and they do priority. Idk how fragile abalone are though.

Reef Stu · May 8, 2024

Are these still available?

joetbs · May 8, 2024

Reef Stu said:
Are these still available?

i only have a couple left - how many were you looking for? should get more in a couple months.

michael52 · Jun 6, 2024

Colemansreef said:
Consider shipping usps priority2-3 day? I’ve ordered snails and stuff through reef cleaners and they do priority. Idk how fragile abalone are though.

USPS Priority 2-3 day shipping is reliable for live orders. Reef Cleaners uses it successfully for snails, so abalone should be fine. Ensure proper packaging to maintain optimal conditions.

joetbs · Jun 6, 2024

Sold out at the moment. More should be available in the fall.

Not shipping priority, they wouldn't handle the transport well. Only intertidal stuff seems to survive being shipped that way.

radiata · Jun 6, 2024

michael52 said:
USPS Priority 2-3 day shipping is reliable for live orders. Reef Cleaners uses it successfully for snails, so abalone should be fine. Ensure proper packaging to maintain optimal conditions.

I've been trying to place an order with Reef Cleaners. They currently recommend against using the USPS because of delays they are experiencing with them locally. You can submit an order for USPS shipment, and then upgtade it to next day UPS for an additional $30.