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[brwneyedangel82]

I'm looking to get a 40 gal tank. The type of fish I'm thinking of getting is 1 firefish, 1 royal gama, 1 ocellaris clownfish 1 snowflake clownfish and 2 Gobies. Later on after being in the hobby for a while, planning to possibly get a brittle star.

Is this too many fish or any of these not compatible with the others. Thanks.

 

[snorvich]

I'm looking to get a 40 gal tank. The type of fish I'm thinking of getting is 1 firefish, 1 royal gama, 1 ocellaris clownfish 1 snowflake clownfish and 2 Gobies. Later on after being in the hobby for a while, planning to possibly get a brittle star.

Is this too many fish or any of these not compatible with the others. Thanks.

The number is fine given all are small fish. You ave one prolific jumper so the tank must be covered with 1/4 inch mesh. Two gobies, depending on species, are unlikely to get along.

 

[Cloudburst2000]

Hey, I am planning either a 62g (36"Lx22"Wx18"T) or a 68.5g (40"Lx22"Wx18"T) build. It will depend on which size we think will fit in the sapce better. I would opt for the larger tank but my boyfriend thinks it might be a bit long for the space so likes the smaller one better. We are planning on having Reef Savvy build the tank either way. This tank will include a sump built by Inland Aquatics to include both an ATS and skimmer. We plan on keeping a mixed reef tank.

Anyhoo, here are some of the fish that we like. Only the first two are we dead set on. The others are negotiable.

-Peppermint Hogfish
-Pink Skunk Clownfish
-Blue Dot Jawfish
-Pikeblenny (if we can find one)
-Trio of Midget Chromis
-Starry Blenny
-Perhaps a tiny fish or two like a yellow clown goby/barnacle blenny/etc

Largely, we want to know if any of these fish will have problems co-existing with the peppermint hogfish or pink skunk clown in this size tank. We likely won't get all these fish. We just want to know which would be the best option for this tank to live with the first two fish. We are also open to other suggestions on fish that might work better with the first two fish.

 

[snorvich]

Hey, I am planning either a 62g (36"Lx22"Wx18"T) or a 68.5g (40"Lx22"Wx18"T) build. It will depend on which size we think will fit in the sapce better. I would opt for the larger tank but my boyfriend thinks it might be a bit long for the space so likes the smaller one better. We are planning on having Reef Savvy build the tank either way. This tank will include a sump built by Inland Aquatics to include both an ATS and skimmer. We plan on keeping a mixed reef tank.

Anyhoo, here are some of the fish that we like. Only the first two are we dead set on. The others are negotiable.

-Peppermint Hogfish Not invertebrate safe, otherwise, know it is a prolific jumper and you must have 1/4 inch mesh
-Pink Skunk Clownfish
-Blue Dot Jawfish superb fish but does best in cooler temperatures as it is endemic to the sea of cortez; requires a deeper sand bed mixed with fine and coarse sand as well as live rock rock rubble
-Pikeblenny (if we can find one)
-Trio of Midget Chromis
-Starry Blenny
-Perhaps a tiny fish or two like a yellow clown goby/barnacle blenny/etc

Largely, we want to know if any of these fish will have problems co-existing with the peppermint hogfish or pink skunk clown in this size tank. No, there should be no issues



We likely won't get all these fish. We just want to know which would be the best option for this tank to live with the first two fish. We are also open to other suggestions on fish that might work better with the first two fish.

 

[Cloudburst2000]

The blue dot jawfish is a favorite of my boyfriend's. I will let him know that they like temperate tanks better. Strange as liveaquaria.com lists it at the same temp range as the other fish. They are usually more accurate with such details. What temp do they do best at? We have been toying with the idea of doing a temperate tank in the future. I have always wanted a catalina goby :lol: And I know jawfish need a deeper sandbed but exactly how deep? Thanks!

And if we were to take the jawfish off the list, can you recommend a fish that is similar...perhaps a burrower like the jawfish that would get along with the other fish? Thanks again!

 

[snorvich]

The blue dot jawfish is a favorite of my boyfriend's. I will let him know that they like temperate tanks better.

For long term success, 72-75 F would be great.

Strange as liveaquaria.com lists it at the same temp range as the other fish. They are usually more accurate with such details. What temp do they do best at? We have been toying with the idea of doing a temperate tank in the future. I have always wanted a catalina goby :lol:

Catalina gobies require cool temperatures as they are endemic to the Pacific

And I know jawfish need a deeper sandbed but exactly how deep? Thanks!

I think 4 inches minimum. The rock rubble is also key as they use it for structure. Some people who keep BSJ create PVC homes embedded in the sand.


And if we were to take the jawfish off the list, can you recommend a fish that is similar...perhaps a burrower like the jawfish that would get along with the other fish? Thanks again!

Yellow headed jawfish would do fine at normal reef temperatures; shrimp/goby commensal pairs would do fine.

 

[Cloudburst2000]

Ahh...so catalina gobies require even cooler temps then a blue spot jawfish...pooh. I think catalina gobies do best around 65-67F, correct? And this temp would be too low for the jawfish.

 

[Cloudburst2000]

Yellow headed jawfish would do fine at normal reef temperatures; shrimp/goby commensal pairs would do fine.

Thanks for the recs. The yellow-headed jawfish is ehhh. It's okay but doesn't do much for me. I'll have to see if my boyfriend likes it. We already have a shrimp/goby pair in another tank so probably won't do this combo again.

 

[snorvich]

Ahh...so catalina gobies require even cooler temps then a blue spot jawfish...pooh. I think catalina gobies do best around 65-67F, correct? And this temp would be too low for the jawfish.

You are correct. But not optimal for the BSJ jawfish.

 

[snorvich]

Thanks for the recs. The yellow-headed jawfish is ehhh. It's okay but doesn't do much for me. I'll have to see if my boyfriend likes it. We already have a shrimp/goby pair in another tank so probably won't do this combo again.

As a diver, I can assure you that while not as pretty as BSJ, yellow-headed jawfish, especially in a colony, are pretty interesting and personable. BSJ can live short term at normal reef temperatures of 75-76 but for long term success, I suggest the cooler range.

 

[Cloudburst2000]

My bf really likes the yellow head jawfish. He really likes jawfish period so we will probably go with this type of jawfish since this is a tropical tank and apparently not suitable for a blue spot. I know the blue spot should be added to the tank first to be able to get it's burrow set up so it can feel safe in the aquarium. I assume this is also true for the yellow head jawfish, that it should be the first occupant of the tank?

 

[snorvich]

My bf really likes the yellow head jawfish. He really likes jawfish period so we will probably go with this type of jawfish since this is a tropical tank and apparently not suitable for a blue spot. I know the blue spot should be added to the tank first to be able to get it's burrow set up so it can feel safe in the aquarium. I assume this is also true for the yellow head jawfish, that it should be the first occupant of the tank?

Preferably yes. The PVC home idea is a good one too, it allows them to find a home quickly and feel secure. I think you will be happy with the yellow head jawfish as they are exceptionally personable.

 

[MrClam]

Steve,

I have somewhat of a broad question. Tank in question is 125g 5' with 2'' sandbed and is mixed reef.

Current livestock:
1 spot foxface
purple firefish
Banggai cardinal
pinkbar goby / tiger pistol
2 A. Ocellaris which I believe are sexually mature
Assorted snail CUC with 2 cleaner and 1 peppermint shrimp
1 sexy anemone shrimp

I have been doing research for a few months regarding my future fish plans. I plan on:
Copperband Butterfly - Understanding the difficulty I am going to try an Australian caught and feed frozen foods and live worms.

Powder Brown Tang

2-3 wrasses

My question is in regard to the wrasses. I am having a hard time determining compatibility and aggressiveness of the varying species. Rather than posting a revised fish list one wrasse at a time, I figured it would be easier to list a few of interest. I am hoping you could give a general perspective on aggressiveness and compatibility with other wrasses for each species.

1 Exquisite wrasse male

white banded possum wrasse

solon fairy wrasse male (I have heard they have slight loss of color if only male?)

Carpenters flasher wrasse

Mccosker's flasher wrasse

Radiant wrasse (LA says it will eat "wild shrimp", dumb question but do my shrimp constitute "wild shrimp"?)

Linespot flasher wrasse

Longfin fairy wrasse

Obviously I am not getting all of these, but I would like to try to narrow down to 2-3 that will play nice together and with other tankmates. If this is outside the scope of the thread I apologize.

As always thanks for the help. My current fish thank you for helping me avoid beginner mistakes (aka the lionfish).

 

[snorvich]

Steve,

I have somewhat of a broad question. Tank in question is 125g 5' with 2'' sandbed and is mixed reef.

Current livestock:
1 spot foxface
purple firefish
Banggai cardinal
pinkbar goby / tiger pistol
2 A. Ocellaris which I believe are sexually mature
Assorted snail CUC with 2 cleaner and 1 peppermint shrimp
1 sexy anemone shrimp

I have been doing research for a few months regarding my future fish plans. I plan on:
Copperband Butterfly - Understanding the difficulty I am going to try an Australian caught and feed frozen foods and live worms.

they are much more likely to be successful. Live blackworms are good, clams on a half shell are excellent but clearly they are not clam safe.

Powder Brown Tang

2-3 wrasses

My question is in regard to the wrasses. I am having a hard time determining compatibility and aggressiveness of the varying species. Rather than posting a revised fish list one wrasse at a time, I figured it would be easier to list a few of interest. I am hoping you could give a general perspective on aggressiveness and compatibility with other wrasses for each species.

1 Exquisite wrasse male generally ok

white banded possum wrasse superb, very interesting, peaceful

solon fairy wrasse male (I have heard they have slight loss of color if only male?) yes, they will ogver time lose some coloration; generally moderately aggressive

Carpenters flasher wrasse peaceful

Mccosker's flasher wrasse peaceful

Radiant wrasse (LA says it will eat "wild shrimp", dumb question but do my shrimp constitute "wild shrimp"?) they sure are

Linespot flasher wrasse peaceful

Longfin fairy wrasse aggressive

Obviously I am not getting all of these, but I would like to try to narrow down to 2-3 that will play nice together and with other tankmates. If this is outside the scope of the thread I apologize.

As always thanks for the help. My current fish thank you for helping me avoid beginner mistakes (aka the lionfish).

 

[Patrick Cox]

Question on New Addition

Question on New Addition

Hi,
I have a 75G SPS Reef (36"L x 24"W x 20"H) with the following fish...

2-Percula Clowns (bonded pair)
1-Mystery Wrasse
1-Blackline Blenny
1-Yellow Assessor
1-Neon Goby

I am wanting to now add a tank bred Kaudern's Cardinal. My question is whether or not I would be OK adding a bonded pair or should I just add one?

Thanks!

 

[snorvich]

Hi,
I have a 75G SPS Reef (36"L x 24"W x 20"H) with the following fish...

2-Percula Clowns (bonded pair)
1-Mystery Wrasse
1-Blackline Blenny
1-Yellow Assessor
1-Neon Goby

I am wanting to now add a tank bred Kaudern's Cardinal. My question is whether or not I would be OK adding a bonded pair or should I just add one?

Thanks!

If you can find a tank bred bonded pair, it should be fine.

 

[tallball158]

Hi,

I'm setting up a 24 gallon tank, with an in-tank sump. I have a tunze 9002 skimmer, maxi-jet powerhead, in tank media rack, 20lbs reef saver rock with lots of holes for hiding places, 2" sand bed, and a Coralife Lunar Aqualight HO T5 Aquarium Light Fixture. I currently have:

1- Ocellaris Clownfish, Tank Bred
4- Dwarf Zebra Hermit Crab
1- Super Tongan Nassarius Snail
1- Turbo snail


I'm thinking about eventually adding: (not at once!)

1- Blue/green chromis
1- either yellow watchman goby, or yellow clown goby (leaning more toward the clown goby, since they stay fairly small)
1- firefish

What do you guys think? I have put a lot of thought into this, and am open to any suggestions. I'm thinking that 4 fish may be too much of a bio-load, so I may eliminate one choice. Oh almost forgot, I am planning on doing some small corals, but from what I have researched these fish are reef safe.

 

[snorvich]

Hi,

I'm setting up a 24 gallon tank, with an in-tank sump. I have a tunze 9002 skimmer, maxi-jet powerhead, in tank media rack, 20lbs reef saver rock with lots of holes for hiding places, 2" sand bed, and a Coralife Lunar Aqualight HO T5 Aquarium Light Fixture. I currently have:

1- Ocellaris Clownfish, Tank Bred
4- Dwarf Zebra Hermit Crab
1- Super Tongan Nassarius Snail
1- Turbo snail

While this thread is only about marine fish compatibility, you should know that hermit crabs will kill snails for their shells so it is best to choose snails or crabs but not both.


I'm thinking about eventually adding: (not at once!)

1- Blue/green chromis
1- either yellow watchman goby, or yellow clown goby (leaning more toward the clown goby, since they stay fairly small)
1- firefish

What do you guys think?

This thread is only answered by Reef Central Staff. That plan should work fine. Firefish jump so you will need a covered tank with 1/4 inch holes

I have put a lot of thought into this, and am open to any suggestions. I'm thinking that 4 fish may be too much of a bio-load, so I may eliminate one choice.

Your bio-load should be fine. The clownfish once sexually mature (it will become female) may object to the chromis behaviorally since both are damsels.

Oh almost forgot, I am planning on doing some small corals, but from what I have researched these fish are reef safe.

Yes, all fish are coral safe

 

[tallball158]

Thanks, I really appreciate it!

 

[kth]

Looking to get some feedback on my updated stocking list.

Display tank is a 120 gallon 4'x2'x2' with a large sump/refugium and approximately 100 pounds of live rock. Tank is covered with 1/4" mesh.

1 - Firefish (Nemateleotris magnifica) already in the tank
1 - Midas Blenny (Ecsenius midas) been in QT for 2.5 weeks including tank transfer, recent research suggest this may be an issue with the firefish guess I will find out.
1 - Yellow Banded Possum Wrasse (Wetmorella nigropinnata) in QT got at the same time as the Midas. I don't know if it is going to make it, it is hiding between the HOB filter and side of the aquarium and I have not seen it leave. I know its still alive because I can see its eye moving.
1 - Orange Stripe Prawn Goby (Amblyeleotris randalli) or Bluespotted Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus pavoninoides) I would prefer the Orange Stripe but they seem slightly harder to get then the Bluespotted.
1 - Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse (Paracheilinus carpenteri)
1 - Lineatus Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus lineatus)
1 - Kole Tang (Ctenochaetus strigosus ) or White Tail Bristletooth Tang (Ctenochaetus flavicauda) if I can find one.
1 - Green Mandarin (Synchiropus splendidus) last to let tank mature.

If have available space/bioload I would like some of the following fish.

1 or Mated pair - Tank bred Banggai Cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) My research suggest these eat pods and I have concern that this combined with the mandarin and possum wrasse pods may be an issue.
1 - Carberryi Anthias (Nemanthias carberryi)
1 - Yellow Assesor (Assessor flavissimus)

Thanks for the time.