Is a 6-line wrasse too big for a 14 gal?

meleerock

meleerock

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I love the looks and activness of 6-lines and really want to get one. I have 20 lbs of live rock in the tank, if that matters. I also have a Pajama Cardinal in the tank. If I got the 6-line it would be my last fish for the tank. Any thoughts?
 
jpc763

jpc763

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I have a Sixline in a 55g and he is very active. I also read on another site that they recommend a 30g minimum for a sixline. Sorry about that.
 
meleerock

meleerock

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well we have slightly conflicting views on the issue. What do others think?
here is a pic of the tank if it matters.
sorry that its blurry
 
texasmetal

texasmetal

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They are small, but yeah, they are VERY active swimmers. It MIGHT do okay, but it will probably be swimming in constant circles.
Your tank looks great by the way.
 
meleerock

meleerock

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The alternitive could be an occeloris clown and possibly small shrimp goby and tiger pistol? Any suggestions?
 
jpc763

jpc763

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So I referenced another website above which says that the minimum tank size for a Sixline Wrasse is 30g. I am looking now at the book "Marine Fishes" by Scott W. Michael which says that the minimum tank size is 20g. Your tank is smaller than either.
My Sixline is the most active fish in my tank. He swims all over the place, in and through the live rock and around all of the nooks and crannies.
Another note is that these fish grow to 3 inches per the above referenced book.
 
jpc763

jpc763

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Lots of different Gobies will work in a 13g such as Neon Goby, Yellow Clown Goby & Yellow Watchman Goby. Additionally a Firefish or a Purple Firefish would be a great fish for a 13g.
BTW, tank looks great!
 
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