Three dwarf angels

[hogfanreefer]

Is it possible to keep 3 dwarf angels in a 72x24x21 tank if all are added at the same time. I really like four different species but knew that wasn't doable.

My first choice would be C. heraldi, C. bispinosa and C. loriculus. Second choice would replace the Flame with C. acanthops.

I will probably just try two but having a hard time deciding on which two. Has anyone seen the Fiji color variation of the Heraldi with the black on the dorsal fin? Are they as cool looking as the picture on Live Aquaria?

 

[loup]

I have 4 in mine. Similar size tank. I even add them at diff time. Just use an acclimation box.

 

[RayL]

I have a 6' 150 Gallon and at one point went with a flame, lemon peel and potters. I introduced them all at the same time and had no issues between them. They have all been taking out and are slowly being replaced with a pair of flamebacks, a regal and a bandit.

From my experience I would say you should be fine with all 3 but others might have a different opinion.

I have to say my flameback is one of my favourite fish I have. I am very happy with my switch of angels

 

[wayne in norway]

Yes, but get them as small as you possibly can.

 

[wayne in norway]

That mix is no problem - I kept for a long time lodicules, potters and multicolor in a similar tank.

 

[Toddrtrex]

Heck my 65 has a bispinosa, loriculus, and multicolor -- been together for just about 2 years now.

 

[hogfanreefer]

Well the great dwarf angel experiment commences. LA had all my species at the same time. DD also had a sweet Fiji color variation of the heraldi that I couldn't pass on. All acclimated in QT and ate well within a couple of hours. Haven't seen a hint of aggression so far.

 

[RayL]

Good luck with them, it will be nice to have all of them in one tank

 

[snorvich]

I have 4 in mine. Similar size tank. I even add them at diff time. Just use an acclimation box.

This. Acclimation boxes are great for social acclimation and to diffuse the initial aggression. Also, when letting them out of social acclimation, do so just before lights out.