I had an idea for how to cover Behira's tank so she wouldn't strike at movement at night. However, I had no idea how to implement it.
I was going to go to Michael's, but Katie suggested Joann Fabrics. I had never been there (I just discovered Michael's 2 years ago for Pete's sake) and Katie wanted to go with me.
WOW. Katie knows her stuff and turned my idea into a reality. No way I could have done this on my own.
20 minutes at Joann Fabrics, $60, and 1/2 hour of Katie's handy work, and BOOM! Problem solved.
Behira's tank is 1 down from the top and now has a black drape/fabric covering it.
I do not have the hooks holding the pole and drape (which is very light and easily removed and also slides on the pole so I can open one side easily) flush with the tanks. I have them out about 1/2 an inch so the tank can breath and temps won't be affected.
This should definitely reduce or stop Behira striking at the acrylic when she's thinking about food. Still have to be careful on feeding day, but I plan to feed her first now.
Behira doesn't seem to mind the fabric being up and Katie was happy to help and did a great job.
Awesome all around.
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