how many fish for 20 gal

[mrdude630]

how many 2-3 inch fish can i put in a 20 gallon tank

 

[fishygurl]

i would say maybe 3 fish but that would be pushing it (i am pushing my luck with how many fish i am putting in my 72gal. so i bought a protein skimmer that can clean a 70gal.- 220gal. tank i think so i should be good and i also have a good filtration/sump.

 

[whitey]

1-2

 

[mrdude630]

what type of fish can i put in it

 

[mrdude630]

I want to get a perc clown, royal gramma, and a clown goby :happyfish

 

[whitey]

Have you done saltwater before?
If not, do not just put fish in a 20 gallon without doing a lot of research first.
A 20 gallon is very small for saltwater fish and therefore should only be used for clownfish or other very small reef fish. No Puffers, Triggers, Angels etc.
A pair of Percula Clowns would probably do okay if you have the proper filteration, and do weekly water changes. Add a lot of Live Rock and you can do corals to add to the tank.
Invertabrates will be okay too. Hermit Crabs, Shrimp etc.
A 20 gallon tank is in some ways more difficult to maintain than a large tank, so research everything far in advance. It takes patience.
Good luck