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Meanmike · 12/09/2013, 06:01 PM

Will I be ok to add a starry blenny with a Midas blenny in the 460? Originally I purchased two Midas blennys both were very small and in my 180 for a couple of months before I decided it wasn't working out so I sold one. I was hoping I might get lucky with a pair. Also is it a good algae grazer similar to the sailfin blenny? If not what about adding the sailfin? I've had one in the past and it had the strangest personality very dog like. My only concern is I've heard they may eat coral. Part of the reason for wanting to add one is to help keep ha under control.

snorvich · 12/09/2013, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meanmike

Will I be ok to add a starry blenny with a Midas blenny in the 460? Originally I purchased two Midas blennys both were very small and in my 180 for a couple of months before I decided it wasn't working out so I sold one. I was hoping I might get lucky with a pair. Also is it a good algae grazer similar to the sailfin blenny? If not what about adding the sailfin? I've had one in the past and it had the strangest personality very dog like. My only concern is I've heard they may eat coral. Part of the reason for wanting to add one is to help keep ha under control.

The sailfin blenny is an obligate algae feeder and would be good with no coral issues. Starry blennies are not as good, at least from my perspective. Midas blenny's tend to nip but in your sized tank, it should be fine. I normally recommend only one blenny per tank, but that is for more moderate sized tanks.

mattix · 12/09/2013, 06:15 PM

possible stocklist for a 75g?

Flameangel
Midas Blenny
Purple Firefish
2 Percula Clowns
either a (Six Line Wrasse or Kaudren's Cardinal)

Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Hermit Crabs
Snails

snorvich · 12/09/2013, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattix

possible stocklist for a 75g?

Flameangel
Midas Blenny can nip fish
Purple Firefish
2 Percula Clowns
either a (Six Line Wrasse or Kaudren's Cardinal) the cardinal is preferred if you wish the firefish

Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Hermit Crabs
Snails

Elimav · 12/09/2013, 07:18 PM

I have an 80 gallon reef tank. I currently have 2 ocellaris clowns, a long spine cardinal, a hosakowas sailfin blenny, a purple firefish, and a McCosker's flasher wrass.
Can I add a bandtail and/or blue gudgeon dart fish to the tank?

snorvich · 12/09/2013, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elimav

I have an 80 gallon reef tank. I currently have 2 ocellaris clowns, a long spine cardinal, a hosakowas sailfin blenny, a purple firefish, and a McCosker's flasher wrass.
Can I add a bandtail and/or blue gudgeon dart fish to the tank?

I am concerned with regards to the firefish. Other fish would be fine.

AZBigJohn · 12/10/2013, 02:46 PM

Hi, Steve,

Question in regards to a 29-gallon "bullet-shaped" tank. I currently have two Ocellaris clowns, a fairly large blue chromis and a yellow watchman goby. I have nassarus snails and a single scarlet hermit crab, but no shrimp.

I am interested in adding a flame hawkfish, I am just not sure about the tank being sufficient size. I am also a little worried about the YWG, as I have heard things scurrying around the bottom are tempting for a hawkfish. While the YWG is 2" long, I would hate for him to be tormented...

What do you think?

snorvich · 12/10/2013, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AZBigJohn

Hi, Steve,

Question in regards to a 29-gallon "bullet-shaped" tank. I currently have two Ocellaris clowns, a fairly large blue chromis and a yellow watchman goby. I have nassarus snails and a single scarlet hermit crab, but no shrimp.

I am interested in adding a flame hawkfish, I am just not sure about the tank being sufficient size. I am also a little worried about the YWG, as I have heard things scurrying around the bottom are tempting for a hawkfish. While the YWG is 2" long, I would hate for him to be tormented...

What do you think?

I do not see a problem.

Mr.SVT · 12/11/2013, 08:07 AM

Currently Cycling my 30 gallon. Plans for stocking are as follows
-1 Bengaii Cardinal
-2 Clown Fish
-1 Pistol Shrimp
-1 Yellow Watchman Goby
-And in atleast 1 year when the tank is fully established. 1 mandarin

What do y'all think?

odar15 · 12/11/2013, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.SVT

Currently Cycling my 30 gallon. Plans for stocking are as follows
-1 Bengaii Cardinal
-2 Clown Fish
-1 Pistol Shrimp
-1 Yellow Watchman Goby
-And in atleast 1 year when the tank is fully established. 1 mandarin

What do y'all think?

I can tell you now most people would say no to the Mandarin. Because they eat so much they need a larger established tank. Even established, your 30 gallon couldn't provide enough food to feed it.

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.SVT

Currently Cycling my 30 gallon. Plans for stocking are as follows
-1 Bengaii Cardinal
-2 Clown Fish
-1 Pistol Shrimp
-1 Yellow Watchman Goby
-And in atleast 1 year when the tank is fully established. 1 mandarin

What do y'all think?

This thread is answered only by Reef Central Staff. Depends on the species of clownfish. A mandarin would not be sustainable in this sized tank

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odar15

I can tell you now most people would say no to the Mandarin. Because they eat so much they need a larger established tank. Even established, your 30 gallon couldn't provide enough food to feed it.

This thread is answered only by Reef Central Staff. While we encourage your participation elsewhere on Reef Central, we would greatly appreciate your not answering this thread. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Mr.SVT · 12/11/2013, 08:40 AM

When I say clownfish I mean ocellaris clownfish. And what about a firefish instead of mandarin?

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.SVT

When I say clownfish I mean ocellaris clownfish. And what about a firefish instead of mandarin?

That revised stocking list would work just fine.

Mr.SVT · 12/11/2013, 10:19 AM

Thanks for your help!

NYCEnglish · 12/11/2013, 10:39 AM

I currently have a bonded pair of clowns, a bonded pair of Red Sea Harlequin Filefish, and a Blotchy Anthias in my 100g. I'm wanting to add 2-3 fairy wrasses and was thinking of the following:

1. Lineatus Fairy (possibly M/F pair)
2. Cook Island Scott's Fairy (possibly M/F pair)

I would not get two pairs, only one or the other.

Do you see any issues and would you recommend one pair over the other?

Thanks - much appreciated.

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYCEnglish

I currently have a bonded pair of clowns, a bonded pair of Red Sea Harlequin Filefish, and a Blotchy Anthias in my 100g. I'm wanting to add 2-3 fairy wrasses and was thinking of the following:

1. Lineatus Fairy (possibly M/F pair) ;should be fine
2. Cook Island Scott's Fairy (possibly M/F pair) These are extremely aggressive so are not recommended

I would not get two pairs, only one or the other.

Do you see any issues and would you recommend one pair over the other?

Thanks - much appreciated.

NYCEnglish · 12/11/2013, 04:52 PM

Thanks Steve.

Instead of a Scott's what are your thoughts if I introduce one or two of the following:

1. Red Velvet Fairy
2. Orange Back Fairy
3. Linespot Flasher
4. Golden Rhomboidalis

Thanks again.

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYCEnglish

Thanks Steve.

Instead of a Scott's what are your thoughts if I introduce one or two of the following:

1. Red Velvet Fairy
2. Orange Back Fairy
3. Linespot Flasher excellent
4. Golden Rhomboidalis excellent

Thanks again.

IB4OU · 12/11/2013, 05:53 PM

I have a 125 gallon reef tank that's approaching 2 years old.

Current Fish:
Sunrise Dottyback
Banggai Cardinal
Horseface/Lipstick Blenny
Copperband Butterfly
Yellow Tang
Blue Throat Trigger
2 Ocellaris Clown fish. They stay in the back corner and only come out during feeding.

We also have a 39 gallon FOWLR tank that has a pair of Clarkii clowns and sebae anemone.

Were thinking about shutting down the 39 gallon tank and moving the Clarkii clowns and sebae to the 125 gallon reef tank. Any chance that the Clarkii and Ocellaris clowns will get along?

Thank you!

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IB4OU

I have a 125 gallon reef tank that's approaching 2 years old.

Current Fish:
Sunrise Dottyback
Banggai Cardinal
Horseface/Lipstick Blenny
Copperband Butterfly
Yellow Tang
Blue Throat Trigger
2 Ocellaris Clown fish. They stay in the back corner and only come out during feeding.

We also have a 39 gallon FOWLR tank that has a pair of Clarkii clowns and sebae anemone.

Were thinking about shutting down the 39 gallon tank and moving the Clarkii clowns and sebae to the 125 gallon reef tank. Any chance that the Clarkii and Ocellaris clowns will get along? No chance at all. The Clarkii will kill the Ocellaris.

Thank you!

mrelect · 12/11/2013, 07:17 PM

Hi

I was thinking of this stock list for my 75gallon with 40B sump, its only three months old I plan on a mixed reef sps, lps over time I'm not in that much of a rush. I don't even have lights yet or CUC, hopefully I make my mind up this weekend on lights

pair of Ocellaris Clowns
Coral beauty Angelfish
Yellow Watchman Goby and Pistol Shrimp
Green Mandarin (maybe after a year or so)
Six Line Wrasse
Pair of Sexy Shrimp
Pair of Green Emerald Crabs
Two Spot Bristletooth Tang or SquareTail Bristletooth Tang
Pair of Bartlett Anthias
Purple Dottyback
Pair of Spotted Cardinals

Thanks in advance for taking the time

snorvich · 12/11/2013, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrelect

Hi

I was thinking of this stock list for my 75gallon with 40B sump, its only three months old I plan on a mixed reef sps, lps over time I'm not in that much of a rush. I don't even have lights yet or CUC, hopefully I make my mind up this weekend on lights

pair of Ocellaris Clowns
Coral beauty Angelfish
Yellow Watchman Goby and Pistol Shrimp
Green Mandarin (maybe after a year or so)
Six Line Wrasse not compatible with a mandarin
Pair of Sexy Shrimp
Pair of Green Emerald Crabs
Two Spot Bristletooth Tang or SquareTail Bristletooth Tang
Pair of Bartlett Anthias needs a larger tank
Purple Dottyback not consistent with a six line or mandarin
Pair of Spotted Cardinals

Thanks in advance for taking the time

except as noted, should be fine

mrelect · 12/11/2013, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snorvich

except as noted, should be fine

Thank You

Pastor Salty · 12/12/2013, 08:14 AM

155 gallon half round with a 40 gallon sump. I run carbon and GFO. I also have a skimmer that is larger than my tank needs.

Well let me list my fish list....

1 - Powder Blue
1 - Red Sea Sailfin
2 - Yellow Tang
1 - Swallowtail Angel
1 - Lemark Angel
1 - Rusty Angel
3 - Blue/Green Chromis
3 - Clowns
2 - PJ Cardinals
1 - Purple dottyback
2 - Yellow Watchman
1 - Diamond Goby
1 - Fire Shrimp
1 - Coralbanded Shrimp
1 - Pistol Shrimp

Most of my corals are LPS, Palys, Zoas and shrooms.

What say ye?

12/10/2013, 02:46 PM	#8332
AZBigJohn Usually confused... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,091	Hi, Steve, Question in regards to a 29-gallon "bullet-shaped" tank. I currently have two Ocellaris clowns, a fairly large blue chromis and a yellow watchman goby. I have nassarus snails and a single scarlet hermit crab, but no shrimp. I am interested in adding a flame hawkfish, I am just not sure about the tank being sufficient size. I am also a little worried about the YWG, as I have heard things scurrying around the bottom are tempting for a hawkfish. While the YWG is 2" long, I would hate for him to be tormented... What do you think? __________________ John Current Tank Info: Currently a 29 gallon all-in-one frag tank and a 210 gallon tank slowly becoming my dream system!

12/11/2013, 07:17 PM	#8347
mrelect Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 21	Hi I was thinking of this stock list for my 75gallon with 40B sump, its only three months old I plan on a mixed reef sps, lps over time I'm not in that much of a rush. I don't even have lights yet or CUC, hopefully I make my mind up this weekend on lights pair of Ocellaris Clowns Coral beauty Angelfish Yellow Watchman Goby and Pistol Shrimp Green Mandarin (maybe after a year or so) Six Line Wrasse Pair of Sexy Shrimp Pair of Green Emerald Crabs Two Spot Bristletooth Tang or SquareTail Bristletooth Tang Pair of Bartlett Anthias Purple Dottyback Pair of Spotted Cardinals Thanks in advance for taking the time Last edited by mrelect; 12/11/2013 at 08:06 PM.

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12/09/2013, 06:01 PM	#8326
Meanmike Moved On Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Maine Posts: 473	Will I be ok to add a starry blenny with a Midas blenny in the 460? Originally I purchased two Midas blennys both were very small and in my 180 for a couple of months before I decided it wasn't working out so I sold one. I was hoping I might get lucky with a pair. Also is it a good algae grazer similar to the sailfin blenny? If not what about adding the sailfin? I've had one in the past and it had the strangest personality very dog like. My only concern is I've heard they may eat coral. Part of the reason for wanting to add one is to help keep ha under control.

12/09/2013, 06:15 PM	#8328
mattix Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Whittier, CA Posts: 152	possible stocklist for a 75g? Flameangel Midas Blenny Purple Firefish 2 Percula Clowns either a (Six Line Wrasse or Kaudren's Cardinal) Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp Hermit Crabs Snails

12/09/2013, 07:18 PM	#8330
Elimav Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Nokomis, FL Posts: 35	I have an 80 gallon reef tank. I currently have 2 ocellaris clowns, a long spine cardinal, a hosakowas sailfin blenny, a purple firefish, and a McCosker's flasher wrass. Can I add a bandtail and/or blue gudgeon dart fish to the tank?

12/11/2013, 08:07 AM	#8334
Mr.SVT Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 15	Currently Cycling my 30 gallon. Plans for stocking are as follows -1 Bengaii Cardinal -2 Clown Fish -1 Pistol Shrimp -1 Yellow Watchman Goby -And in atleast 1 year when the tank is fully established. 1 mandarin What do y'all think?

12/11/2013, 08:40 AM	#8338
Mr.SVT Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 15	When I say clownfish I mean ocellaris clownfish. And what about a firefish instead of mandarin?

12/11/2013, 10:19 AM	#8340
Mr.SVT Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 15	Thanks for your help!

12/11/2013, 10:39 AM	#8341
NYCEnglish Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 109	I currently have a bonded pair of clowns, a bonded pair of Red Sea Harlequin Filefish, and a Blotchy Anthias in my 100g. I'm wanting to add 2-3 fairy wrasses and was thinking of the following: 1. Lineatus Fairy (possibly M/F pair) 2. Cook Island Scott's Fairy (possibly M/F pair) I would not get two pairs, only one or the other. Do you see any issues and would you recommend one pair over the other? Thanks - much appreciated.

12/11/2013, 04:52 PM	#8343
NYCEnglish Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 109	Thanks Steve. Instead of a Scott's what are your thoughts if I introduce one or two of the following: 1. Red Velvet Fairy 2. Orange Back Fairy 3. Linespot Flasher 4. Golden Rhomboidalis Thanks again.

12/11/2013, 05:53 PM	#8345
IB4OU Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Near Tulsa Posts: 5	I have a 125 gallon reef tank that's approaching 2 years old. Current Fish: Sunrise Dottyback Banggai Cardinal Horseface/Lipstick Blenny Copperband Butterfly Yellow Tang Blue Throat Trigger 2 Ocellaris Clown fish. They stay in the back corner and only come out during feeding. We also have a 39 gallon FOWLR tank that has a pair of Clarkii clowns and sebae anemone. Were thinking about shutting down the 39 gallon tank and moving the Clarkii clowns and sebae to the 125 gallon reef tank. Any chance that the Clarkii and Ocellaris clowns will get along? Thank you!

12/12/2013, 08:14 AM	#8350
Pastor Salty Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Massillon Posts: 393	155 gallon half round with a 40 gallon sump. I run carbon and GFO. I also have a skimmer that is larger than my tank needs. Well let me list my fish list.... 1 - Powder Blue 1 - Red Sea Sailfin 2 - Yellow Tang 1 - Swallowtail Angel 1 - Lemark Angel 1 - Rusty Angel 3 - Blue/Green Chromis 3 - Clowns 2 - PJ Cardinals 1 - Purple dottyback 2 - Yellow Watchman 1 - Diamond Goby 1 - Fire Shrimp 1 - Coralbanded Shrimp 1 - Pistol Shrimp Most of my corals are LPS, Palys, Zoas and shrooms. What say ye?