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chikachikayeah
Guest
I finally have my 55 gallon tank ready for action and I've always wanted a lion fish but I don't know what kind of fish can go with him....any suggestions?
hlcroghan
Active Member
There are lots but it would be easier to ask what kind NOT to put with him actually.
No fish that can fit in his mouth and that includes full grown size.
And fish that are known nippers like triggers, especially a tank that small.
Can I ask what type of lion you were considering? A volitan is going to be too large for this tank very quickly. Are you thinking of a dwarf lion? You have more options if you go that route because of the size difference.
No fish that can fit in his mouth and that includes full grown size.
And fish that are known nippers like triggers, especially a tank that small.
Can I ask what type of lion you were considering? A volitan is going to be too large for this tank very quickly. Are you thinking of a dwarf lion? You have more options if you go that route because of the size difference.
crypt keeper
Active Member
it took 3 years for the lion to outgrow a 65? I have always wanted one of these fish. The are unreal gorgeous when fully grown
srfisher17
Active Member
Originally Posted by crypt keeper
http:///forum/post/3037589
it took 3 years for the lion to outgrow a 65? I have always wanted one of these fish. The are unreal gorgeous when fully grown
I've had a couple well-fed Volitans grow from about 3" to almost 10" in 14 months or so. They're the fastest growing fish I've ever kept.
http:///forum/post/3037589
it took 3 years for the lion to outgrow a 65? I have always wanted one of these fish. The are unreal gorgeous when fully grown
I've had a couple well-fed Volitans grow from about 3" to almost 10" in 14 months or so. They're the fastest growing fish I've ever kept.
srfisher17
Active Member
Originally Posted by ChikaChikaYeah
http:///forum/post/3037366
I finally have my 55 gallon tank ready for action and I've always wanted a lion fish but I don't know what kind of fish can go with him....any suggestions?
You can keep a dwarf lion in a 55 with any fish it can't swallow (don't underestimate this ability, they can easily eat fish over half their size) or any fish that will nip at its fins...especially triggers & puffers. A big, female maroon or Fire clown is, IMO, an ideal tankmate. Most dwarf Angels are good choices too.
http:///forum/post/3037366
I finally have my 55 gallon tank ready for action and I've always wanted a lion fish but I don't know what kind of fish can go with him....any suggestions?
You can keep a dwarf lion in a 55 with any fish it can't swallow (don't underestimate this ability, they can easily eat fish over half their size) or any fish that will nip at its fins...especially triggers & puffers. A big, female maroon or Fire clown is, IMO, an ideal tankmate. Most dwarf Angels are good choices too.
crypt keeper
Active Member
Originally Posted by srfisher17
http:///forum/post/3037647
I've had a couple well-fed Volitans grow from about 3" to almost 10" in 14 months or so. They're the fastest growing fish I've ever kept.
I have heard they grow like a weed.
http:///forum/post/3037647
I've had a couple well-fed Volitans grow from about 3" to almost 10" in 14 months or so. They're the fastest growing fish I've ever kept.
I have heard they grow like a weed.
leftyblite
Member
55G=Dwarf Lion
Something to go with=Something not aggressive and something that when it is bought will not fit in the lions mouth or you will have just given it an expensive snack.
sepulatian
Moderator
Go with a Fuzzy or a Zebra. They are both great fish that do not grow very large.