HIIHDesign
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As I said above my signature has everything you need to know about my tank.
I was un-aware of this "staff only" rule.
PLEASE check out your intended fish purchases here first!
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As I said above my signature has everything you need to know about my tank.
I was un-aware of this "staff only" rule.
This thread is unique in that regard. If you want general discussion on a question, post in Reef Fish or Reef Discussion, or for an aggressive tank, in the Aggressive Fish forum. If I have time, I try to answer some questions there as well, but most of my time is spend here and in Fish Diseases.
mgproudfit
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Hello! My wife and I are about to setup our IM 38gal tank. See equipment below:
- 38gal IM nuvo
- 30W IM Skkye LED
- 2ea 425gph powerheads
- 2ea IM spinstreams
- 42lbs Fiji live rock
- Live sand (prolly 3" bed)
We eventually want to get 1 or 2 nice BTA's, but we know that's not a good thing to do for awhile. That said, our plan for fish is as follows:
- 2ea Ocellaris Clowns Tank Bred
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+27+755&pcatid=755
- 1ea Orange Spotted Goby
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+31+195&pcatid=195
- 1ea Dwarf Lemonpeel Angelfish
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+16+450&pcatid=450
- 2ea Blue/Green Reef Chromis
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+2971+115&pcatid=115
Ive checked, re-checked, and checked again all of these fish and their requirements, preferences, temperaments, tank requirements, etc., and on paper it seems that this could be a happy group of fish. That said, I still would like to ask the experts and make sure this should check out.
Thanks!
Matt
- 38gal IM nuvo
- 30W IM Skkye LED
- 2ea 425gph powerheads
- 2ea IM spinstreams
- 42lbs Fiji live rock
- Live sand (prolly 3" bed)
We eventually want to get 1 or 2 nice BTA's, but we know that's not a good thing to do for awhile. That said, our plan for fish is as follows:
- 2ea Ocellaris Clowns Tank Bred
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+27+755&pcatid=755
- 1ea Orange Spotted Goby
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+31+195&pcatid=195
- 1ea Dwarf Lemonpeel Angelfish
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+16+450&pcatid=450
- 2ea Blue/Green Reef Chromis
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+2971+115&pcatid=115
Ive checked, re-checked, and checked again all of these fish and their requirements, preferences, temperaments, tank requirements, etc., and on paper it seems that this could be a happy group of fish. That said, I still would like to ask the experts and make sure this should check out.
Thanks!
Matt
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I've looked at a thread on angels called the angel thread that will end all Angel threads and the flame angel looked promising as far as corals, maybe a pick here and there but it never went mad on coral as far as I saw and the cherub angel on a chart snoverich made of all the data said like 85% of the time it will eat lps like acans which I have. You said that my list was big for the sized tank I have so what would you get rid of. Just wondering but what happens when you have an overcrowded tank? I also saw that typically the more you fern the Angela the better off they will be as far as picking on corals.
stocking advice for my 65g
stocking advice for my 65g
My tank is 65g (4'X1.5'X1.5'). 30g sump(refugium+skimmer+filter sock)
Current stock.
1X Clarkii clown fish
1X Yellow Wrasse
1X Bi color blenny
5X snails
4X rock flower anemone (1" diameter each)
I would like to add:
1X Clarkii clown (so they can pair up and I would eventually add a BTA)
1X pistol shrimp
(2 X goby) or (1X goby and 1X anthias)
My concern about goby is that if they hide in a place I can't see the tank would look empty most of the time.
If I put anthias who is more open swimmer I'll utilize the space more effectively.
Can you please comment?
Also is this my stocking limit?
I would like to add all the rest together since I think if I add one new fish now he'll get harassed too much. Adding the rest of them together might spread the attention on one fish.
stocking advice for my 65g
My tank is 65g (4'X1.5'X1.5'). 30g sump(refugium+skimmer+filter sock)
Current stock.
1X Clarkii clown fish
1X Yellow Wrasse
1X Bi color blenny
5X snails
4X rock flower anemone (1" diameter each)
I would like to add:
1X Clarkii clown (so they can pair up and I would eventually add a BTA)
1X pistol shrimp
(2 X goby) or (1X goby and 1X anthias)
My concern about goby is that if they hide in a place I can't see the tank would look empty most of the time.
If I put anthias who is more open swimmer I'll utilize the space more effectively.
Can you please comment?
Also is this my stocking limit?
I would like to add all the rest together since I think if I add one new fish now he'll get harassed too much. Adding the rest of them together might spread the attention on one fish.
greenvillecoins
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hello im looking to add a bat fish to my 55 is this ok?
hello im looking to add a bat fish to my 55 is this ok?
we used to have one that was hand fed we loved it then the heater went up and well we almost had a fish dinner it kill him and we havent seen them in stores to buy another any advice? thanks so much
hello im looking to add a bat fish to my 55 is this ok?
we used to have one that was hand fed we loved it then the heater went up and well we almost had a fish dinner it kill him and we havent seen them in stores to buy another any advice? thanks so much
This is not a discussion thread. If you wish to roll the dice with dwarf angels and corals, it is your prerogative. If the inhabitants of a tank perceive they are crowded, they eliminate the crowding.
mgproudfit
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Thanks!
Do you have a recommendation of another similar fish to replace the Chromis with? Is it just their attitude that makes you recommend against them?
Take care,
Matt
greenvillecoins
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why against the bat fish? we had one years ago and we loved it.just curiouse you guys no best, plus i havent even seen them anywhere in sc lfs thanks so much
Attitude primarily, but uses up biocapacity with little benefit compared to a fish such as a possum wrasse. Chromis are damsels after all.
Well, they get huge and need as a minimum a 180 gallon tank, but preferably larger. They are highly susceptible to ich (cryptocaryon irritans), and they eat pretty much everything including corals and most other invertebrates. Can you picture a 15-20 inch fish in your sized tank????!!! That is probably why they are not routinely carried at LFS.
greenvillecoins
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we had no idea thank god we asked thanks so much
Hey all..I have a running 60 gallon reef right now with a few fish and looking to finish stocking with something hardy and colorful.
Presently 60 gallon with 18 gallon sump/live rock fuge/skimmer
Been running for over 2 months with assorted corals mostly softies/zoas/mushrooms. I have no plans as this time for any SPS corals.
Present fish are
2 mated pair (Ocellaris Clownfish)
2 Talbot's Damselfish
1 Six Line Wrase
1-cleaner shrimp.
What I am looking to add:
Neon Dottyback
Flame Angel
Tomini Tang
Orange Back Fairy Wrase
Don't really see me finding much more to choose from given tank size but if any suggestions would be appreciated.
Presently 60 gallon with 18 gallon sump/live rock fuge/skimmer
Been running for over 2 months with assorted corals mostly softies/zoas/mushrooms. I have no plans as this time for any SPS corals.
Present fish are
2 mated pair (Ocellaris Clownfish)
2 Talbot's Damselfish
1 Six Line Wrase
1-cleaner shrimp.
What I am looking to add:
Neon Dottyback
Flame Angel
Tomini Tang
Orange Back Fairy Wrase
Don't really see me finding much more to choose from given tank size but if any suggestions would be appreciated.
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