How many fish per gallon?

[thankgod4fish]

How many fish per gallon? Whats the formula again?
I have a standard 55 I'm going to start cycling soon.

 

[ty_05_f]

Rule of thumb is 1 inch for 5 gallons, but its just a rule of thumb not a set measurement

 

[thankgod4fish]

ok, thanks!!

 

[ty_05_f]

Your welcome. Any time Any time

 

[thankgod4fish]

actually!! does this include cleaning crew? I have a standard 55 gal... say I get a total of 11" of fish... does this mean no hermits or snails??

 

[flamehawk]

1/5 is good rule or guide for reef. For fish only with L/R ( at least 1 lb. per gallon)and L/s( at least 3 inches), after up and running with no problems for 1 year can go as high as 1/3 or even 1/2.
My opinion of course. Others may disagree. Again only a guide.

 

[trebor126]

Usally inverts: snails, crabs, shrimp, etc. are not included in the "rule of thumb" measurement because they hardly contribute to the "bio-load". So you could have 11 - 1" fish with the addition of inverts IMO

 

[thankgod4fish]

thanks james, thats what I figured