[Michael Hoaster]

I got up early this morning to see how the new fish were doing in the display. None of them were visible, which wasn't too much of a surprise, given they were added when the lights were out. With the lights at full strength, they were shy about emerging. So I got cozy on the couch and settled in, to see if any of them would venture out.

It wasn't long before a couple of grammas came out and began interacting. I also noticed one in a barnacle shell that was poking her nose out a little. Then Scarlett, the Tomini Tang came out as well. She was very tentative at first, but grew bolder over time.

AS of 11:00 this morning, 3 grammas are out, plus Scarlett.

For the first time I'm grateful that the damsels are diggers. They have made a lot of space under the rocks. I'm also glad I rebuilt the reef. Scarlett has already claimed a spot that was previously occupied by a damsel. When it tries to evict her she chases it away. So I guess she's getting over her shyness. I've already seen her more this morning than in the two plus months I had her in QT.

Hopefully the last two grammas will emerge at some point today, but I'm gonna try not to worry about it.