Naso Vlamingii Tank Size

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codyr

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Hi guys,

I know there is plenty of information on the forums about minimum size for these and other tangs.

But i'm interested not what will sustain but what will assist them to thrive.


This system is 750 gallons in size and has a surface area of just over 50 square feet.

There is currently other tangs in the system that will be compatible with the vlamingi and stocking density is what I would consider quite low 5-6 tangs and a couple of foxfaces.


What's your opinions. I am trying to workout whether to introduce 1, 2 or none at all. Are these a fish that should stay in the ocean regardless of tank size or do you think they could find a happy home in this tank?
 
Hi Snorvich, Thanks for the reply. I have heard they have a great temperament and personality which is why I have a keen interest in them.

This tank is actually 8.5x8.5x2 which has great surface area however I have heard a lot regarding the importance of linear length for them to swim so I think I may be a little off in size unfortunately.

Looking forward to something to work towards, in your opinion what do you think the ideal length would be rather than a minimum, shy of bigger is better (which well all agree on and I think will be the answer)
 
codyr said:
Hi Snorvich, Thanks for the reply. I have heard they have a great temperament and personality which is why I have a keen interest in them.

This tank is actually 8.5x8.5x2 which has great surface area however I have heard a lot regarding the importance of linear length for them to swim so I think I may be a little off in size unfortunately.

Looking forward to something to work towards, in your opinion what do you think the ideal length would be rather than a minimum, shy of bigger is better (which well all agree on and I think will be the answer)
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My tank is a similar size 7x6x2 and even with minimal rock work I think a full grown one would be cramped and look silly in my tank.
 
Yeah my LFS has one in a 12' tank and it uses all the space. I think 10' should be the bare minimum.
 
I don't agree with the opinion that 10 ft is okay, but 8.5 x 8.5 isn't okay. But this could be a long discussion.

I'm confused though. Is the tank 8.5 x 8.5 x 2, or is it 750 gallons? My math puts those dimensions closer to 1100 gallons. Unless the walls are a couple feet thick
 
One would think that a 8.5'x8.5' tank would have swimming room than say a 10'x3' tank would. or am I thinking about it wrong?
 
nereefpat said:
I don't agree with the opinion that 10 ft is okay, but 8.5 x 8.5 isn't okay. But this could be a long discussion.

I'm confused though. Is the tank 8.5 x 8.5 x 2, or is it 750 gallons? My math puts those dimensions closer to 1100 gallons. Unless the walls are a couple feet thick
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He's right, that's almost 1100 gallons, more than triple the recommended minimum gallons.
 
snorvich said:
Are you keeping one? I am. However, it will not be a long discussion.
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No, never have. I probably never will have a tank big enough, since they are large, open water swimmers reaching almost 2ft.

I don't vehemently disagree with you here. What I disagree with, is the opinion that a 10 ft rectangle is enough, but a 8.5 by 8.5 isn't.

I similarly, in general, wouldn't put any surgeon in a tank less than 6-8 ft, except certain Ctenochaetus spp. However, if someone wanted a yt in a costum 5 x 5 x 2 (approximately 375 gal), I would be OK with that.
 
Devolver said:
One would think that a 8.5'x8.5' tank would have swimming room than say a 10'x3' tank would. or am I thinking about it wrong?
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Actual water when you take correct measurements from where the water height is actually in the tank and inside measurements, you are probably closer to 900g or less. I have a large tank footprint similar to the tank in question and Im telling you even with zero rock in the tank the fish will look silly. They get close to 3ft in length so the fish should be able to turn around and swim its body length twice before being out of room?? This fish is best left in the ocean, providing a subpar environment isn't the best policy. LiveAquaria can say whatever they want for tank size... Doesn't really mean much, since after all they are in the buisness of selling fish. Yes a 8.5x8.5 is more swimming area than a 10x3 but neither are great. If you want a fish like this then I would suggest a intex pool you can setup in your basement to house one
 
First your math is off. a 8.5x8.5x2 foot tank is over a 1000 gallons alone, so not sure where you are getting a 750g system unless its only 3/4 full.

An 8' tank would be suitable if you have a decent power head blowing down the length so they can swim into the current.
 
Ive spent a lot of time observing them in a 30ft X 15ft tank. They go end to end 30ft in a couple seconds when they want to open up and move. They are whales.



 
Dmorty217 said:
Actual water when you take correct measurements from where the water height is actually in the tank and inside measurements, you are probably closer to 900g or less. I have a large tank footprint similar to the tank in question and Im telling you even with zero rock in the tank the fish will look silly. They get close to 3ft in length so the fish should be able to turn around and swim its body length twice before being out of room?? This fish is best left in the ocean, providing a subpar environment isn't the best policy. LiveAquaria can say whatever they want for tank size... Doesn't really mean much, since after all they are in the buisness of selling fish. Yes a 8.5x8.5 is more swimming area than a 10x3 but neither are great. If you want a fish like this then I would suggest a intex pool you can setup in your basement to house one
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Then perhaps the guidelines should be altered in http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1946079
 
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