Shallower tank?

[Drummer98]

Hi all,

I have been out of the hobby for several years and now that I am retired, I am hankering to get back in.
I do want to start on the smaller side and see where it takes me.
I have my eye on a 48 L X 18 W X 16 H, tank for a pretty cheap price. Is that too shallow for fish only at first and then add some corals when the tank gets established? Thanks for any advice.

 

[Reefing102]

Definitely not to shallow. Many run tanks on average 16-24 inches. Some shallower for frag tanks, some deeper for aesthetics.

Overall you’re looking about 60 gallons which allows a pretty decent fish selection. Definitely nothing wrong with running fish only then adding corals later. Main issue will be if the fish you add are considered reef safe or not.

 

[Vinny Kreyling]

A 40 Gallon Breeder is a foot shorter, you should be fine.

 

[Drummer98]

Thanks for the advice !

 

[txreefrunner]

Building a tank with close to same dems. I like mine shorter easier to reach and get tank clean. Either right tools don't even get hands wet.