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Unread 03/20/2006, 05:59 PM   #1
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Ok, so what kind!

What would be the best first fish in a newly established reef tank.


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Unread 03/20/2006, 06:08 PM   #2
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Im no expert...but maybe a clown or two?


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First fish I ever added was a maroon clown. Its been through a lot, and six yrs later still going strong.


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Unread 03/20/2006, 06:22 PM   #4
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Thought about clowns, but not sure if i want any. Anything else suitable for first fish.


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Unread 03/20/2006, 06:31 PM   #5
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Well, i'm quite a fan of my orchid dottyback. Wild caught dottybacks can tend to become territorial, tho.


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