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[justinf67]

40g breeder, 20g sump with a NAC6a skimmer. Current stock is 2 occelaris clowns, yellow watchman goby, and a new addition I just got, a six line wrasse.

I was wanting to add a flame hawk. Would I be at my limits as far as bioload? I also like midas blennies, but, think that may be too much stock for my 40g.

what are some good fish for a 40g?

 

[snorvich]

I am in the process of covering my 65 gallon with netting (reef safe) that is 3/8".

Will a firefish or dartfish be thin enough to slip through the mesh, or would it be safe to add one?

Unfortunately you will need 1/4 inch holes.

 

[snorvich]

40g breeder, 20g sump with a NAC6a skimmer. Current stock is 2 occelaris clowns, yellow watchman goby, and a new addition I just got, a six line wrasse.

I was wanting to add a flame hawk. Would I be at my limits as far as bioload? I also like midas blennies, but, think that may be too much stock for my 40g.

what are some good fish for a 40g?

Bioload is not a problem even adding a flame hawk. Your clowns once sexually mature and your sixline wrasse will be very aggressive towards other fish.

 

[justinf67]

Bioload is not a problem even adding a flame hawk. Your clowns once sexually mature and your sixline wrasse will be very aggressive towards other fish.

Cool. what are some good fish to have for a 40g? I may change my stock down the road, im not sure...

 

[snorvich]

Cool. what are some good fish to have for a 40g? I may change my stock down the road, im not sure...

I will be happy to provide commentary on whatever stocking list you come up with, but I never recommend as our tastes are sure to be different.

 

[steve888]

Fiji Blue Devil Damsel in a 14G Biocube?

Fiji Blue Devil Damsel in a 14G Biocube?

I'm currently cycling a 14G Oceanic BioCube. The tank has 10 pounds of live rock from Indonesia (partially cured when I bought it) and five pounds of live sand. I replaced the bio-balls in the middle chamber with live rock rubble and replaced the charcoal filter in the #1 chamber with the Oceanic protein skimmer.

The tank has been cycling for 2 weeks and my numbers are looking pretty good so far:

Ammonia - 0
Nitrate - 0
Nitrate - 5 ppm
SpG - 1.025
pH - 8.1
Alk - 3.6

My LFS would like me to wait a week or more to get my pH and Alk numbers up to 8.3 and 4.0, respectively. Once that happens, I'm going to add my CUC members and see how that goes for a few weeks (a handful of hermit crabs and snails to start).

If all is well after a few weeks with my CUC, I'd like to add a single fish and the one I really like is the Fiji Blue Devil Damsel. I know this is an aggressive fish but since he/she would be the only one in the tank, I think I would be okay. My big concern is that everything I've read online recommends a minimum tank size of 20G-30G for this fish. Would it be a big no-no to keep one in a 14G Biocube? Again, he would be the only fish in there.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

 

[snorvich]

I'm currently cycling a 14G Oceanic BioCube. The tank has 10 pounds of live rock from Indonesia (partially cured when I bought it) and five pounds of live sand. I replaced the bio-balls in the middle chamber with live rock rubble and replaced the charcoal filter in the #1 chamber with the Oceanic protein skimmer.

The tank has been cycling for 2 weeks and my numbers are looking pretty good so far:

Ammonia - 0
Nitrate - 0
Nitrate - 5 ppm
SpG - 1.025
pH - 8.1
Alk - 3.6

My LFS would like me to wait a week or more to get my pH and Alk numbers up to 8.3 and 4.0, respectively. Once that happens, I'm going to add my CUC members and see how that goes for a few weeks (a handful of hermit crabs and snails to start).

If all is well after a few weeks with my CUC, I'd like to add a single fish and the one I really like is the Fiji Blue Devil Damsel. I know this is an aggressive fish but since he/she would be the only one in the tank, I think I would be okay. My big concern is that everything I've read online recommends a minimum tank size of 20G-30G for this fish. Would it be a big no-no to keep one in a 14G Biocube? Again, he would be the only fish in there.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

If that is the one and only fish, you are likely to be fine.

 

[steve888]

If that is the one and only fish, you are likely to be fine.

Thanks, Steve. Yes, he will have the entire tank to himself (or herself) except for the CUC I'll have in there and maybe 1 or 2 shrimp. Hopefully, the Damsel won't pick on any of those...

 

[snorvich]

Thanks, Steve. Yes, he will have the entire tank to himself (or herself) except for the CUC I'll have in there and maybe 1 or 2 shrimp. Hopefully, the Damsel won't pick on any of those...

You are welcome. Should be no problem.

 

[ejanastacio]

Planning on getting a 7.5g cube. What fish would you guys recommend? I would like to have at least two fishes at least. Would a pair of purple firefish do ok in such a small tank?

 

[snorvich]

Planning on getting a 7.5g cube. What fish would you guys recommend? I would like to have at least two fishes at least. Would a pair of purple firefish do ok in such a small tank?

A male plus female pair would do ok. I don't really recommend fish as our tastes would be different. Try the nano forum.

 

[KingsFan]

Green Chromis

Green Chromis

I know the damsels, in general, are territorial and should be considered one of the last additions (if at all)...My question is with the Green Chromis. Does the same rule apply to them, or could I add them early to a semi-aggressive FOWLR tank? Thanks!

 

[snorvich]

I know the damsels, in general, are territorial and should be considered one of the last additions (if at all)...My question is with the Green Chromis. Does the same rule apply to them, or could I add them early to a semi-aggressive FOWLR tank? Thanks!

Chromis tend to be territorial towards themselves which means that a group of them tend to winnow their number down until there is only one or two left.

Chromis are related to damselfish and clownfish, but are typically less aggressive. Chromis are ideal fish for the reef aquarium, since they will not bother invertebrates and corals.

Chromis usually reside in the water column of your tank towards the upper part of the aquarium and will help bring out more shy species that normally hide. Generally Chromis are a shoaling fish, and work well as a group. When they are maintained together in a group, some species winnow down the group until there is just one or possibly two. Chromis feed on a variety of meaty items, herbivore preparations, and flaked food. The diet should be varied and consist of meaty items, herbivore flakes, and frozen preparations. Using vitamin-enriched foods may help to preserve the coloration.

There are some very beautiful chromis such as The Lightning Double Bar Chromis, which can electrify marine aquariums with an unexpected flash of color. This handsome chromis shares all the attractive features of the extremely popular Blue/Green Reef Chromis but with a bold color combination. The steely, gray-blue body color of the Lightning Double Bar Chromis is the perfect backdrop highlighting the exhilarating yellow streaks that begin at the peduncle (base of the tail) and trail along the top and bottom margins of its forked tail. This eye-catching color combination dramatically accentuates the swallowtail appearance of the caudal fin to impart a touch of elegance to this attractive fish. A school of Lightning Double Bar Chromis will immediately transform any large fish only, or reef aquarium into a note-worthy setup.

The hardy Lightning Double Bar Chromis boast ease of care and a peaceful demeanor making it an excellent choice for new and experienced aquarists. This native of the Indo-Pacific reefs prefers setups with open areas for swimming but with multiple hiding places. The Lightning Double Bar Chromis will generally ignore other fish, invertebrates or corals, some may demonstrate territorial behavior towards its own kind or similar-sized fish. The Lightning Double Bar Chromis is best kept in small groups of 3 or more comprised of odd numbered fish. House in suitably-sized systems with peaceful tankmates.

 

[KingsFan]

Thank you Steve!

 

[snorvich]

Thank you Steve!

You are most welcome. Check back whenever you have a fish compatibility related question. :beer:

 

[snorvich]

Please note: Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, I will be "out of the office" from Wednesday about noon until Friday around 2 PM, I will be happy to answer any postings when I return. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

 

[tokengator]

I haven't set up my tank yet just planning right now

Equip:
Jbj 28 gal led pro
I have 3 reactors which I will probably use at least 2... Mgo/carbon/bioplastic/phosban.. Not sure of combo yet
Skimmer
Haven't decided on a fuge yet
Mp10
Maxijet 1200 upgrades for the stock pump
Ato

I am going to get various corals but for fish I would like to get:
Pair of clowns/anem
Goby/pistol pair
Would these work together?
Would also like to get 1 or 2 more peaceful fish if possible... Recs would be welcome

 

[bassmjm]

Howdy, I'd really appreciate any input you might have about my setup (definitely still in the planning stages).

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=19555336&posted=1#post19555336

 

[rndmcnflct]

Just starting to think about livestock for my tank that I am in the process of putting together. It will be a 65 gallon with 30 gallon sump, barebottom in display, dsb in the sump, with a ton of rock. I have two MP10s for flow, a tunze silence for a return, and DIY LED lights. Just need to plumb it all. Going on a couple of months now I have all my live rock (dry rock plus uncured) and sand fully cycled (0/0/0, 0P) in a brute with heater, powerhead, and algae scrubber.

For livestock I would like to have two maroon clowns (which I would buy young and small), a comet (plenty of rock for caves), and a mandarin*. Those would be the only fish ever. For corals some sps and zoas, maybe an anemone for the clowns far down the road. Inverts would be some snails and cleaner shrimp.

Are there any issues with these selections? Obviously I would QT properly and add them one at a time, and only some time after I move everything from the brute to the tank.

* I don't have a skimmer, but the algae scrubber I have going in the brute is growing green and billions of pods come out of it every time I clean it. The mandarin will have plenty to eat if he doesn't take to normal foods.

 

[snorvich]

I haven't set up my tank yet just planning right now

Equip:
Jbj 28 gal led pro
I have 3 reactors which I will probably use at least 2... Mgo/carbon/bioplastic/phosban.. Not sure of combo yet
Skimmer
Haven't decided on a fuge yet
Mp10
Maxijet 1200 upgrades for the stock pump
Ato

I am going to get various corals but for fish I would like to get:
Pair of clowns/anem
Goby/pistol pair
Would these work together?
Would also like to get 1 or 2 more peaceful fish if possible... Recs would be welcome

An anemone will require a more mature tank and sufficient lighting. Clownfish, once sexually mature will claim all of your tank so adding peaceful fish will be difficult in the long term as the clownfish will be very aggressive.