100gal tank

trigger boy

Member
I am thinking about getting a 100 gallon tank I would like a trigger but can some one help me pick a trigger that would do well in a 100gal community tank and what are would be some good tankmates for it.
 

trigger boy

Member
Sorry for the double post but I have a stocklist that I like here it is.
1 blue throat trigger
1 banna peel angle
1 snowflak eel
1 atlantic blue tang
Would this work?
 
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rcreations

Guest
You might get some people say the tank is not big enough for a tang, but I think it is and you'll only have 3 swimming fish, so it won't be too crowded. Make sure you have a good cover for the tank because snowflakes are great at escaping through any small holes.
 

trigger boy

Member
Yeah Iv'e heard their escape artist just a quick question what kind of filter would be good for a 100gal I'm kinda new to this.
 
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rcreations

Guest
A 30gal sump with a wet/dry filter and skimmer would be the best. Triggers and eels are messy eaters so a good skimmer is a must.
 

trigger boy

Member
Thanks for all your help m gezze its alot of money for everything but its worth it, I'll be working my tail off this Summer.
 
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rcreations

Guest
You should make your own sump. It's cheaper that way and it's very easy to do. All you need is a 30gal tank, some pieces of plexiglass and tank silicone sealant. Do a search here for sumps and you'll get some examples.
 
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rcreations

Guest
My Niger is the meanest fish in the tank but he's got great personality. They also get really big but they're not fast growers. I don't know, the blue throat might be a better choice for a 100gal. If you do get a Niger, get a small one. This way you'll be ok for a few years.
 

trigger boy

Member
Ok I think I'll keep one and see how it goes thanks for all your help. I have one last question should I put any of the fish in first or last?
 
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rcreations

Guest
Nigers are fun to watch. Like yesterday, mine decided to guard the algae clip.
Even though he wasn't eating any of the algae, he wasn't gonna let any other fish come close to it. Did that for a few hours, then went back to normal.
 
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rcreations

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They're compatible with all the fish on your list. As far as overcrowding, if you have a good skimmer and filtration system I think it'll be ok. Just don't add all these fish at once. Do it slowly, one at a time.
 

j.p

Member
ive heard that dragon wrases in the wild flip rocks and stuff in search of food so i dont kno if that would be good in a home aquarium especilly with a snowflake eel that could get smuched im jst saying this is what i heard
 
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