Good idea or not?

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regina13

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The 90 gallon tank I wanted was bought by another person for a heigher price, so I am back to finding a tank again.
I had the idea of building a tank
60"long x 20"wide x 18" heigh= 94gallons or 60" x 24" x 16"=99.75gallons
I like the idea of this tank and would like to know if this would be better for a smaller aggressive tank because it is longer so they have more swimming space or worse, because it is not heigh.
Is this a good idea or not? It is within by bugget price wise and my dad works with glass so he would know what to do...
 
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regina13

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Originally Posted by AquaKnight
A bigger tank is always better, but as far as, is it adequate? Depends on the fish. Any ideas?
on the fish?
 
srfisher17

srfisher17

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Originally Posted by regina13
on the fish?
I've always liked more length than more height--everything else being equal. More swimming room, more surface area. It seems that most tall tanks I've seen have a lot of lifeless area, especially in the upper part of the tank. (Unless you keep Batfish)
 
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regina13

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Originally Posted by srfisher17
I've always liked more length than more height--everything else being equal. More swimming room, more surface area. It seems that most tall tanks I've seen have a lot of lifeless area, especially in the upper part of the tank. (Unless you keep Batfish)
So do you think it is a good idea???
 
srfisher17

srfisher17

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Originally Posted by regina13
So do you think it is a good idea???
Sure! How can a new tank be a bad idea? (Not in our world, anyway.) It's just my opinion, but I'd do the 60x24x16;really not much difference, tho.
 
jon321

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Tall tanks definitely have an exotic and high class look to them, but you need to choose fish that will occupy that space. I have a custom, extra tall 24"x12"x24" freshwater planted tank with a pair of angelfish and its absolutely stunning and looks very unique.
Jon
 
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srfisher17

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Originally Posted by Jon321
Tall tanks definitely have an exotic and high class look to them, but you need to choose fish that will occupy that space. I have a custom, extra tall 24"x12"x24" freshwater planted tank with a pair of angelfish and its absolutely stunning and looks very unique.
Jon
Yes, I liked tall tanks for display when I bred FW angels & discus (to finance my addiction) several years ago.A 24x12x24 would be great. But, FW angels & discus are very inactive & slow compared to any SW fish I can think of. SW fish need all the swimming space we can give them.
 
aquaknight

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Yep, any ideas or plans for keeping fish? Just for instance, I wouldn't keep a v. lion in a 16" tall tank.
 
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regina13

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I have new dimensions: 60x24x18= 112gallons
Ok, for fish I was thinking:
1.Tang(smaller variety)
1.Fuzzy Dwarf Lion
1.Eel of some sort. (really like the banana eel but it is expensive)
1.Angel ( I would like a big one but don't think I can have one)
1.Trigger (maby a blue throat)
Maby a big Maroon Clown
 
srfisher17

srfisher17

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Originally Posted by regina13
I have new dimensions: 60x24x18= 112gallons
Ok, for fish I was thinking:
1.Tang(smaller variety)
1.Fuzzy Dwarf Lion
1.Eel of some sort. (really like the banana eel but it is expensive)
1.Angel ( I would like a big one but don't think I can have one)
1.Trigger (maby a blue throat)
Maby a big Maroon Clown
Nice group, I agree with you on the angel, go with a dwarf...and the maroon should also do well. The blue throat trigger is an excellent choice. I don't do eels, so I'll stay away from that one There will be folks who think you may be crowding, and you may be, a bit. But, IMO, just go slowly and things should work.
 
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regina13

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Originally Posted by srfisher17
Nice group, I agree with you on the angel, go with a dwarf...and the maroon should also do well. The blue throat trigger is an excellent choice. I don't do eels, so I'll stay away from that one There will be folks who think you may be crowding, and you may be, a bit. But, IMO, just go slowly and things should work.
Eels arn't my thing either, but I really like the banana...
I didn't think it would be over stocked, but I quess I thought wrong.
 
srfisher17

srfisher17

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Originally Posted by regina13
Eels arn't my thing either, but I really like the banana...
I didn't think it would be over stocked, but I quess I thought wrong.

I agree with you; but some other folks such as the Extreme Wing of the Tang Police, may not. No set-in-stone rules here.
 
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regina13

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Is it overstocked, or is it just the tang that some people will have a problem with?
I will upgrade eventually so it's not like they will live in it forever.
 
srfisher17

srfisher17

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Originally Posted by regina13
Is it overstocked, or is it just the tang that some people will have a problem with?
I will upgrade eventually so it's not like they will live in it forever.
Just go slow, a fish or 2 at a time.....and don't worry so much, you'll be fine.
 
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regina13

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I'm not worried, I just didnt think it was overstocked....
 
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regina13

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Ok, I think I'm going bigger.. What do you think about 72x18x18 or 72x20x18
 
aquaknight

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You'll definitely be able to do a large angel then!
My only slight concern is with a large angel and a lion. I know they typically a miss (versus hit) with large angel and large lion. No idea on large angel/dwarf lion though. Just something to consider I guess.
You opened up your tang options too. I think that original list, with the updates, would be perfect. Maybe add a wrasse or something if you feel comfortable.
 
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regina13

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Originally Posted by AquaKnight
You'll definitely be able to do a large angel then!
My only slight concern is with a large angel and a lion. I know they typically a miss (versus hit) with large angel and large lion. No idea on large angel/dwarf lion though. Just something to consider I guess.
You opened up your tang options too. I think that original list, with the updates, would be perfect. Maybe add a wrasse or something if you feel comfortable.
Great! I'm glad that I can have a large angel now!
I know a lion and angel is hit and miss, but I think I am going to risk it..
 
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