Ximation Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 Been stalking around for a few months now and finally worked up the courage to post my 1st salt tank. I've been running about 4 months now and just recently upgraded from a 20g to a 90g with 30g sump. Running pretty basic equipment nothing over the top and everything seems to be stable and happy for the time being. Im slowly acquiring some corals but stocking is stumping me. Currently have 2 clowns a lawnmower blenny, and a tailspot. I was fully stocked in the 20 but now and am at a loss. Looking forward to learning and growing with you all. Muttley000, jeff70 and ErickS 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muttley000 Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Welcome! The 90 gives you a lot more fish options. ErickS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Nice start Welcome to the group Ximation 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 28, 2019 Author Share Posted December 28, 2019 14 minutes ago, Muttley000 said: Welcome! The 90 gives you a lot more fish options. Any suggestions on stocking ideas. I'm honestly at a loss as where to start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 (edited) 33 minutes ago, Ximation said: Any suggestions on stocking ideas. I'm honestly at a loss as where to start. I would start by getting to know fish and come up with ones you like and see which ones fit or don’t fit what you want from your tank. Then start with the more timid fish first . Tangs if any you want in last they tend to be more aggressive to new comers. Six line wrasse are another that would go in last if decide on one. Liveaquaria is a good place to get ideas and have a good description on them Edited December 28, 2019 by ErickS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muttley000 Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 10 hours ago, Ximation said: Any suggestions on stocking ideas. I'm honestly at a loss as where to start. I also use live aquaria descriptions because I feel their minimum tank sizes are the most accurate. Also what type of corals or invertebrates you plan to keep can effect fish choices. I can't imagine a larger tank without a tang, but adding one could limit options down the road. Once you find that species or two that you must have you can build around that. I really enjoy my Kole tang in my 90, and you could look at the reef safe wrasses that fit in with your size. You have room for one of the dwarf angels now, but here is where a particular species may pick at your coral. There are so many options there really isn't a right or wrong answer! Where are you located? Possibly there is a store we could suggest for you to get good advice at also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 28, 2019 Author Share Posted December 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Muttley000 said: I also use live aquaria descriptions because I feel their minimum tank sizes are the most accurate. Also what type of corals or invertebrates you plan to keep can effect fish choices. I can't imagine a larger tank without a tang, but adding one could limit options down the road. Once you find that species or two that you must have you can build around that. I really enjoy my Kole tang in my 90, and you could look at the reef safe wrasses that fit in with your size. You have room for one of the dwarf angels now, but here is where a particular species may pick at your coral. There are so many options there really isn't a right or wrong answer! Where are you located? Possibly there is a store we could suggest for you to get good advice at also. I'm in tiffin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crimsonvice Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Welcome! You have a great looking tank. I like your rock work. As mentioned before there are many options to go with. Research is key and never be afraid to ask questions! ErickS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 11 hours ago, Ximation said: I'm in tiffin. Changing tides in Findlay is the closest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 38 minutes ago, ErickS said: Changing tides in Findlay is the closest I've been there a few times. Blue seas tropics in Sandusky is the other one I go to. ErickS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 1 minute ago, Ximation said: I've been there a few times. Blue seas tropics in Sandusky is the other one I go to. I’m in Findlay. Toledo aquaculture is good also if don’t mind the drive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 3 minutes ago, ErickS said: I’m in Findlay. Toledo aquaculture is good also if don’t mind the drive I work in Findlay and am in toledo pretty often. I haven't heard of Toledo Aquaculture I'll have to check it out. I used to go to Labo's in Bryan but it's to closer to drive to cbus now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 2 minutes ago, Ximation said: I work in Findlay and am in toledo pretty often. I haven't heard of Toledo Aquaculture I'll have to check it out. I used to go to Labo's in Bryan but it's to closer to drive to cbus now. 5153 suder Ave is the adress. Good people. I occasionally go to labos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 1 minute ago, ErickS said: 5153 suder Ave is the adress. Good people. I occasionally go to labos Thank you. I'll have to check it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Just now, Ximation said: Thank you. I'll have to check it out Changing tides has some good stuff at moment I picked up an orange tip torch today. What’s your goals with coral? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 14 minutes ago, ErickS said: Changing tides has some good stuff at moment I picked up an orange tip torch today. What’s your goals with coral? Currently I have 2 rbta, alvepora, mushrooms, birds nest, blasto, and a few other frags I got from a friend. Cant really say I have a definite plan for coral. Kinda want to keep it simple for awhile, nothing to challenging. I'm trying to avoid having to dose to much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 1 hour ago, Ximation said: Currently I have 2 rbta, alvepora, mushrooms, birds nest, blasto, and a few other frags I got from a friend. Cant really say I have a definite plan for coral. Kinda want to keep it simple for awhile, nothing to challenging. I'm trying to avoid having to dose to much Seen the alveopora that’s a nice looking piece . What color blasto? I have 3 different colors they are pretty hardy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ximation Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 9 hours ago, ErickS said: Seen the alveopora that’s a nice looking piece . What color blasto? I have 3 different colors they are pretty hardy Green and blue. Still pretty small ErickS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErickS Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 2 hours ago, Ximation said: Green and blue. Still pretty small These are my 3 the back one is purple with blue center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted January 6, 2020 Share Posted January 6, 2020 Welcome to BR. Nice tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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