What do you think about this fish tank?

[er100]

I'm thinking about getting a fish tank for building a reef aquarium. I'm thinking about getting a 75 gallon fish tank. What do you think about a fish tank this size? Is it big enough to stock plenty of fish and for making a reef aquarium? Thanks.

 

[schatzi]

that's a great size. Just be sure the fish you want will fit a tank of that size (both quantity of fish and size of each fish) once they are full grown.

 

[gone fishin]

I am not trying to be flippant but a better question would be what fish do you want?

For example a 75g tank will not be large enough for tangs IMO, but would be fine for some wrasses and a pair of clowns.

 

[whosurcaddie]

^^this^^ Figure out what fish you like and then buy the tank that will suit them.

 

[ericarenee]

That is not big enough for some of the bigger tangs . but as said get a tank to fit what you want in it. Do not get a tank then end up limited....... to me anything less then 6 feet long is too small...

 

[lifeoffaith]

Your questions sounds like it is asked from a background of freshwater fish keeping. Keep in mind that you won't be able to keep nearly as many saltwater fish in a tank that you could keep quite a few more freshwater fish. The above advice is your best bet. How many fish and what kind do you want. Then decide on the tank size based on what they need.

 

[anthonys51]

75 is a nice size tank, but reef fish selection is less, meaning most fish you see in the pet-shop aren't reef safe. well at least the ones i like arent, lol . also you will still be limited in some reef fish with a 75 gallon tank. but 75 is a nice size take imo always go bigger next one right

 

[er100]

What size tank would you recommend for tangs?

 

[nuxx]

Look at a 125.

Pretty good footprint and shouldn't break the bank

(Smaller tangs only though. Really need an 8' tank for most tangs. So a 240 8x2x2')

 

[er100]

Look at a 125.

Pretty good footprint and shouldn't break the bank

(Smaller tangs only though. Really need an 8' tank for most tangs. So a 240 8x2x2')

Which tangs would you recommend?

 

[er100]

that's a great size. Just be sure the fish you want will fit a tank of that size (both quantity of fish and size of each fish) once they are full grown.

Which fish would you recommend?

 

[Cymonous]

Here is a list of fish with a recommended 125g or smaller size.

http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/...15+43&r=3129&s=ts&start=1&page_num=1&count=24

 

[er100]

Here is a list of fish with a recommended 125g or smaller size.

http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/...15+43&r=3129&s=ts&start=1&page_num=1&count=24

Thanks! Looks like tangs need a little more space. I was about to get a 175 gallon fish tank for really cheap but, someone else got it before me.
Do you have any another recommendation af fish besides tangs?

 

[gone fishin]

Everyone's tastes are different so your best bet is to look at live aquaria and put a list together of fishes that you would like. The following may help revise your fish list.

Do you want Coral, some fish will eat coral

Fish compatibility, some fish do not play well with others.

monetary, space, weight limits These may limit your tank size options.

 

[er100]

Everyone's tastes are different so your best bet is to look at live aquaria and put a list together of fishes that you would like. The following may help revise your fish list.

Do you want Coral, some fish will eat coral

Fish compatibility, some fish do not play well with others.

monetary, space, weight limits These may limit your tank size options.

How would I know how many fish would fit in my tank?

 

[gone fishin]

There is not any rule like so many inches per gallon. It depends on the fishes.

Some fish are territorial and do not like to share their space.

Some like to eat their tank mates.

Some are just very aggressive and will bully everyone.

Some are very active others not so much.

These are just a few things to consider for stocking other than how big do they get or how many can I get. Stocking is an art as much as it is about the above mentioned factors.

 

[er100]

There is not any rule like so many inches per gallon. It depends on the fishes.

Some fish are territorial and do not like to share their space.

Some like to eat their tank mates.

Some are just very aggressive and will bully everyone.

Some are very active others not so much.

These are just a few things to consider for stocking other than how big do they get or how many can I get. Stocking is an art as much as it is about the above mentioned factors.

Ok, Thanks for your help.

 

[gone fishin]

I am not trying to put you off a tank, but I have seen many threads where folks have purchased a tank and could not stock it with what they wanted. Also, folks have got a large tank and then had to cut corners due to financial constraints.

I just want to see you be successful. The link may help you out with some of your questions and some you have not though of yet.

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1031074

 

[BleuFish]

for example right now I have six fish in a 75
1 dwarf angel
2 clownfish
1 fairy wrasse
2 flasher wrasses

going to add a midas blenny, then probably could fit one or two more small fish like one of the bartlett's anthias, gobies, or firefish.

 

[acsamples79]

Get the biggest you can fit/afford. I've upgraded tanks 3 times now wanting bigger and it's definitely a pain. So it's best To go with something you will be happy with long term.