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Originally Posted by sexyshrimp101 Actually, 5 gal. is good for smaller species that only get a couple of inches long such as the N. Wennerae and the G. Smithii according to Dr. Roy. It's when you start getting into the Peacocks and such that you would need a much larger tank I say 10G only...

For a 55G, I'd suggest doing a Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish, as a 55G is really a wee too small for a larger Lionfish, such as a Volitan. Ya'll could do a nice Aggressive Tank with smaller aggressive fish. Here are some of my recommendations: Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish Valentini/Fiji Puffer Snowflake Eel...

I think most of that advice is inaccurate, with the exception of having the LFS feed the fish before you buy it If clownfish didn't eat because they're scared because they're in a tank that's "too small," then they wouldn't eat at the fish store. Also, not sure what makes you think they...

No. Ten gallons or more.

Originally Posted by spyker this is just a suggetion but not saltwater fish tank is complete without a seahorse Bad advice, spyker. Seahorses don't belong in a tank with a stocklist like that. They don't require high flow, can't be kept with corals, and certainly can't be kept with aggressive...

8-| Wow. I have always, always wanted to dive the Great Barrier Reef. It must be such an amazing experience... Maybe that's what I'll do on my honeymoon Curious, did you see a lot of sharks? How long do you usually stay under? I'd probably wish I could grow gills and fins and never emerge...

LoL, yes, please let us know if you're willing to sell on here, 'cause I'll take a few polyps!

Mystery Wrasse Or any of the other pretty Fairy Wrasses...

1. I don't believe a fish's growth can be stunted. A fish will continue to grow to its normal size or it will die trying. Small tanks restrict the normal development of muscles in a fish, which can lead to their death. 2. As it's already been recommended, an eel is not really suitable for an...

If I'm not mistaken, SWF has a minimum order amount. You may want to check that

Bump. How is the little guy?

They may fight for the first couple of days as they establish territory, but definitely keep your eye on them. If it gets bad, try re-arranging rockwork or take the new pipefish out.

+1 The diatoms probably appeared because of your new lighting. To get the diatoms off your glass, you can get a MagFloat or scrape it off with an algae scraper. Curious, though... you say you've had your tank set up for a year? Did you experience an algae (diatom) bloom when you first set it...

Originally Posted by Joshd123 Are you trying to say Over doing? No, he/she meant yo-yoing as in your parameters aren't doing a major yo-yo (up and down; drastic change) are they? Ah, gotta love lingo!

As an aside, don't trust your LFS to always test your water parameters. I'm sure they're being truthful, however, it's always best to rely on your own water tests. Salifert, Red Sea and Aquarium Pharmaceuticals have good test kits you can purchase. (Test Strips are not the way to go, as they...

Cute tank! I can't wait to get my Tom Deco 3G and start a Pico Reef for my desk at work! Looks like your girlfriend is off to a great start As far as the Scooter goes, with the tank being as small as it is, have you made a small fuge in the filter? Or is there a separate fuge that feeds the...

I'm so sorry to hear about your Puffer :( I adore the two I have and I don't know what I'd do if they died. I think it'd be a good idea for you to read some more on what to test for, because once you become accustomed to testing for the regular things such as pH, Ammonia, Nitrates and Nitrites...

Soooo jealous of you here! I think you have every fish I want in there! Especially with the Mimic Tang. I finally saw one in person the other week at my LFS and I wanted to badly to buy it. Congrats on one great tank!

+1! I absolutely adore Moorish Idols. Probably the prettiest fish in the sea. I know that their diet in the wild is made up largely of sponge. There's a guy on -- that has kept one for quite a while and who suggests feeding often with foods that have sponge in it... Just as a helpful tip...

+1 from above. Our snails don't really move until lights-out, when the two puffers are asleep. You'd think they were smart or something!