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01/17/2008, 01:45 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Northern California
Posts: 551
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minimum size qt
I am looking into starting a larger tank 120-180 gallons and need to also get a qt tank. I will be adding fish such as tangs, butterfly, trigger, angelfish, and want to make sure the qt tank is large enough so it is not a problem. I know some of these fish are sensitive and don't want to have to stress them twice if at all possible.
Is a basic 10 gallon enough, how about a 20? I know I have huge expenses to start the large tank and want to keep the qt cheaper (and easier to store when not in use) but I don't want to risk the fish. Brian |
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01/17/2008, 01:49 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Tolono, IL
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I have a 120g display, and for the size of fish you may be wanting to put in there, I'd suggest a tank like what I have, a 29g. Sometimes you can find them used with stands and save money on the setup.
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01/17/2008, 01:51 PM
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Registered Member
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Main Tank Fingering Frags
Posts: 117
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i use a 20g for my qt.... 10 might be a bit too small.
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01/17/2008, 01:55 PM
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Fish heads unite!
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: San Diego
Posts: 23,384
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I use a 29g. Very happy with the size.
I'd go larger if I needed to QT large fish, like for a 240g or something display....
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01/17/2008, 02:16 PM
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Reef Ninja
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Rochester, NY
Posts: 4,280
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I would go with a 29g.
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