If I did convert my 125g to FOWLR......?

[mike22cha]

Would this stock list work? I think I may, not sure. I want to set up some sort of aggressive tank, and I may move my corals to my 10g or buy a 20g L or something. Either way I won't be able to do anything for a while.
Would this work though in a 125g:
-Porc Puffer or Stars and Stripes Puffer
-Bannana Moray Eel
-Changing Emperor Angel (I realize 125g is too small but when I get it I'll have like 2-3 years before I have to disassemble the tank)
-Crosshatch Trigger Pair
-Yellow Tang

Again I'm just throwing options around and looking at possibilities because again I want to setup up some kind of aggressive fish set up.

 

[mike22cha]

Bump

 

[russy pelican]

I'd bump the yellow tang for another species. They tend to be aggressive in my experience. If you want a pretty yellow larger fish, a flagfin angel might be a better choice. And as for the triggers, I wouldn't suggest a pair of the same species. I've kept triggers all my adult life and find that the less similar, the less aggression problems you'll encounter. Just my 2 cents...

 

[mike22cha]

Ok I was wondering about the pair and if that would work. Thanks!

 

[lil' tanker]

Go for it!!

 

[rslinger]

Yeah that par should be fine. Crosshatch triggers are pretty calm think about all the people who keep them in pairs and in reefs

 

[mike22cha]

Originally Posted by Rslinger
Yeah that par should be fine. Crosshatch triggers are pretty calm think about all the people who keep them in pairs and in reefs
Ok, I think I'm going to try it. If there is a lot of aggression then I'll just remove one. Thanks.

 

[mike22cha]

Ok well I'm going to move my corals soon and try to sell my fish localy sometime. I'm going to get a UV sterilizer and Protein Skimmer and hopefuly try to get my sailfin better than sell him.
Here's my new stocklist:
-An eel I saw at the lfs I didn't recognize it but it looked like a dragon moray's kinda shaped and spotted. I'm going to look around online and see if I recognize it. If they still have the eel in a month or two I may buy it, if not then I want to find a bannana moray.
-I think for trigger I'm going to go with the crosshatch's or a black hawiian trigger.
-Changing Emperor Angelfish
-Stars and Stripes Puffer
-Pair of Gold Stripe Maroons
What would be a good lion? I realize Volitians get picked on because of their large fins so I'm wondering if like a radinta lion would be ok?

 

[kjr_trig]

Does anyone else think when you buy a fish, you should plan on having it for life. I see a lot of people on this site trading, selling, and returning fish. This seems really stressful for a fish. Its like getting a puppy, then giving it away when it gets big. Not trying to come down on you Mike, just curious if anyone else has the same opinion.

 

[mike22cha]

Are you reffering to the whole angel thing? I'm totaly against it but considering I'm heading off to college in less than 4 years and I'd have to take apart the tank anyways, I figured it'd take time for it to outgrow the tank. I also hate when people get fish that will outgrow they're tank, but all the other fish will have to be moved in 4-3 years too.

 

[aquaknight]

Originally Posted by kjr_trig
Does anyone else think when you buy a fish, you should plan on having it for life. I see a lot of people on this site trading, selling, and returning fish. This seems really stressful for a fish. Its like getting a puppy, then giving it away when it gets big. Not trying to come down on you Mike, just curious if anyone else has the same opinion.
Not to get all mushy and into it, but nothing would compare to what happened when it was collected and shipped for original sale. If it's made/making the transition to adult, a switch to a better tank shouldn't be rough at all.
I really want a lion for my 125 as well, but just feel it's a bit small for a volitan esp. if it was going with a puffer (I plan on having corals). The radiata/antenneta as I'm reading are pretty shy, and they wouldn't like my halides so I think I may have to skip on a lion.

 

[mike22cha]

I got PC's for lighting.
And I realize the fin nipping issue, but I wondered since the v. Lion's fins are bigger and they seemed to be nipped more, if since the radianta's fins are smaller and thinner if they wouldn't get nipped?

 

[aquaknight]

The radiata will stick to the caves more, so there less chance of a 'nose to nose' encounter between the lion and angel vs. a volitan which would stay more in the water column. And a radiata is better sized for a 125.

 

[mike22cha]

Originally Posted by AquaKnight
The radiata will stick to the caves more, so there less chance of a 'nose to nose' encounter between the lion and angel vs. a volitan which would stay more in the water column. And a radiata is better sized for a 125.
Ok thanks.

 

[mike22cha]

For eel, I found some Hawaiian Dragon Moray Eels for 450$ not including shipping. The seller is from Hawaii so I'm sure he/she won't run out so I think I'm going to go with that for the eel. I figured if I did sell it for retail price, I'd actualy MAKE money off of it LOL.
Here is a pic that they show.

 

[scubaguy]

I found this off another site and thought you should see it before you purchase the eel.
The Dragon Moray Eel, also known as the Hawaiian Dragon Eel, or Dragon Eel, was previously known as Enchelycore pardalis to scientists. It has a mottled orange, black, and white body accented by nostril flares and horns above the eyes giving this creature a menacing appearance.
It requires a 180 gallon or larger aquarium with suitable shelter to conceal itself until it becomes acclimated. In time, it will have its head out in the open or lie out in full view. The aquarium must be equipped with a tight-fitting lid to discourage escape.

 

[mike22cha]

Originally Posted by ScubaGuy
I found this off another site and thought you should see it before you purchase the eel.
The Dragon Moray Eel, also known as the Hawaiian Dragon Eel, or Dragon Eel, was previously known as Enchelycore pardalis to scientists. It has a mottled orange, black, and white body accented by nostril flares and horns above the eyes giving this creature a menacing appearance.
It requires a 180 gallon or larger aquarium with suitable shelter to conceal itself until it becomes acclimated. In time, it will have its head out in the open or lie out in full view. The aquarium must be equipped with a tight-fitting lid to discourage escape.
Ok I was thinking about size too. But I believe I did hear also of people who did keep them in 75g.

I'll do some more researching.

 

[mike22cha]

Ok I googled it and I believe I found the site you found that on. Dang it, can never get cool fish for a 125g. More input?

 

[mike22cha]

Looked at the eel again and it is 12"-14". Would it outgrow the tank in less than 4 years? Again I don't like the idea of buying fish that will outgrow the tank, but under the circumstances of me going to college.....

 

[mike22cha]

I think I'm going to save for a 180g that I'll hopefuly purchase in a year. I think I'm going to ask my dad about upgrading and getting the eel too.