my stocking list for 75

stelliofleondis · 06/19/2017, 08:57 PM

I have decided to go with an end goal of mostly sps and some lps a gbt anem as for fish im thinking a pair of lightning maroon clowns a coral beauty a pair of pj cardinals a pair of normal cardinals a midas blenny and a wrasse of some sort please tell me ur favorite im leaning toward McCosker's Flasher Wrasse

list ur comments concerns and questions thanks for the imput

stelliofleondis · 06/19/2017, 09:01 PM

I also have a 30 gall sump with an algae scrubber

thegrun · 06/19/2017, 09:36 PM

That a pretty big bio-load for an SPS tank, doable but you are likely going to need employ some type of carbon dosing to keep your nitrates low. I would be very cautious of the Lightning Clowns, they are very aggressive and will stake out at least half your tank and not allow other fish anywhere near their territory. If you do decide to keep them, be sure they are the last fish you add, they will not allow new fish into a 75 gallon tank.

wcu · 06/20/2017, 08:32 AM

Redlined wrasse!

BigBlueTang · 06/20/2017, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by thegrun

That a pretty big bio-load for an SPS tank, doable but you are likely going to need employ some type of carbon dosing to keep your nitrates low. I would be very cautious of the Lightning Clowns, they are very aggressive and will stake out at least half your tank and not allow other fish anywhere near their territory. If you do decide to keep them, be sure they are the last fish you add, they will not allow new fish into a 75 gallon tank.

I strongly agree with this. I have a 75 as well, and I got very lucky that my ocellaris clowns are two major pushovers, and they don't really care about new additions. I would strongly recommend against the maroons, and go with something a little bit more peaceful. That being said, your bioload is very large, and nitrates will be a problem in that tank, which is a no no for SPS. Personally, I would go with less fish, just so it's easier to control your parameters. I currently only have 5 smallish fish in my 75, and I still have a problem with hair algae every so often.
Back to your question, my favorite wrasses are: Cirrhilabrus Lineatus, Cirrhilabrus Jordani, and Macropharyngodon bipartitus/meleagris. All of those should be fine in your tank, and most are peaceful as well. The first two can be pricey but are well worth it. Let us know if you have more questions.

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stelliofleondis · 06/20/2017, 02:18 PM

I have heard that maroons are agro but they are my favorite fish i may just cut out the cardinals thx for the replys guys those are some realy nice looking wrasses u mentioned

nereefpat · 06/20/2017, 02:34 PM

Good advice above. I would echo the opinions on the maroons. I wouldn't be surprised if a bonded and/or mating pair of maroon clowns completely owned a 75.

I would add the maroons last. The angel should be able to hang. Not sure if the clowns would care about the cardinals or not.

As for the wrasse... since the flashers are jumpy and passive, I would go with a more robust wrasse. Maybe a melanurus or a dusky wrasse.

Pelagic_e36 · 06/20/2017, 02:39 PM

I added my maroon first. I got lucky he is relatively nice to new inhabitants after he lets them know he's the boss.

stelliofleondis · 06/20/2017, 04:29 PM

Any suggestions on fish that could hang with the maroons?

stelliofleondis · 06/20/2017, 04:32 PM

They r the only fish on that list that are have to have im sure many of you know the feeling lol

BigBlueTang · 06/20/2017, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by stelliofleondis

They r the only fish on that list that are have to have im sure many of you know the feeling lol

I do know the feeling. Unfortunately I'm going to recommend if you stick with the maroons, I wouldn't add anything else to the tank.

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stelliofleondis · 06/20/2017, 07:07 PM

I'm thinking they may have to be the only fish in the tank at least it will get fairly large maybe a 6line for pest control

IowaReefer · 06/21/2017, 02:13 PM

Just a heads up on the maroon: my 13 year old maroon went berserk one weekend and killed a radiata lion, royal gramma, marine beta, and a CBS. It had almost taken down my potter's angel as well before I trapped the maroon. Just be prepared to lose some fish as the maroons mature and start to spawn.

stelliofleondis · 06/21/2017, 05:16 PM

That is quite a hit list Iowa

IowaReefer · 06/21/2017, 05:19 PM

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That is quite a hit list Iowa

Tell me about it $$$$$$$$$$$$

stelliofleondis · 06/22/2017, 07:44 PM

What About a snowflake eel

06/19/2017, 08:57 PM	#1
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	my stocking list for 75 I have decided to go with an end goal of mostly sps and some lps a gbt anem as for fish im thinking a pair of lightning maroon clowns a coral beauty a pair of pj cardinals a pair of normal cardinals a midas blenny and a wrasse of some sort please tell me ur favorite im leaning toward McCosker's Flasher Wrasse list ur comments concerns and questions thanks for the imput __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/19/2017, 09:01 PM	#2
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	I also have a 30 gall sump with an algae scrubber __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/20/2017, 02:18 PM	#6
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	I have heard that maroons are agro but they are my favorite fish i may just cut out the cardinals thx for the replys guys those are some realy nice looking wrasses u mentioned __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/20/2017, 02:34 PM	#7
nereefpat Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Central Nebraska Posts: 3,190	Good advice above. I would echo the opinions on the maroons. I wouldn't be surprised if a bonded and/or mating pair of maroon clowns completely owned a 75. I would add the maroons last. The angel should be able to hang. Not sure if the clowns would care about the cardinals or not. As for the wrasse... since the flashers are jumpy and passive, I would go with a more robust wrasse. Maybe a melanurus or a dusky wrasse. __________________ Pat Current Tank Info: 125 in-wall , 40b sump. 6 bulb T5. ASM G2 skimmer. LPS and leathers

06/20/2017, 02:39 PM	#8
Pelagic_e36 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Orange County, Ca Posts: 115	I added my maroon first. I got lucky he is relatively nice to new inhabitants after he lets them know he's the boss. __________________ Current Tank Info: 55 Gallon mixed reef, Eshopps HOB skimmer, HOB overflow, DIY sump, Current USA Orbit Marine IC LED. Nothing good comes easy. Current Tank Info: 55 Gallon mixed reef, Eshopps Overflow, Diy Sump

06/19/2017, 09:36 PM	#3
thegrun Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 17,023	That a pretty big bio-load for an SPS tank, doable but you are likely going to need employ some type of carbon dosing to keep your nitrates low. I would be very cautious of the Lightning Clowns, they are very aggressive and will stake out at least half your tank and not allow other fish anywhere near their territory. If you do decide to keep them, be sure they are the last fish you add, they will not allow new fish into a 75 gallon tank.

06/20/2017, 08:32 AM	#4
wcu Registered Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 55	Redlined wrasse!

06/20/2017, 04:29 PM	#9
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	Any suggestions on fish that could hang with the maroons? __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/20/2017, 04:32 PM	#10
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	They r the only fish on that list that are have to have im sure many of you know the feeling lol __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/20/2017, 07:07 PM	#12
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	I'm thinking they may have to be the only fish in the tank at least it will get fairly large maybe a 6line for pest control __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/21/2017, 02:13 PM	#13
IowaReefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Chicago Posts: 609	Just a heads up on the maroon: my 13 year old maroon went berserk one weekend and killed a radiata lion, royal gramma, marine beta, and a CBS. It had almost taken down my potter's angel as well before I trapped the maroon. Just be prepared to lose some fish as the maroons mature and start to spawn. __________________ Patience! Current Tank Info: 60 gallon cube mixed reef

06/21/2017, 05:16 PM	#14
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	That is quite a hit list Iowa __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...

06/22/2017, 07:44 PM	#16
stelliofleondis Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 118	What About a snowflake eel __________________ 75 Gal DT, 30 gal sump happy to say this is only my first tank soon they will be wall to wall! When life gives you aiptasia feed your copperband with it...