MY Tank Build Diary!
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scott t
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Originally Posted by 1Snapple http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3346855
Ya, makes sense, what is your fish list though?
These are the fish I am looking at:
2 X Ocellaris Clowns (1-Black and While and 1 Regular)
1 X Diamond Goby
1 X Flame Angel
1 X Tang (Looking at a Few)
1 X One Spot Foxface
1 X Bi Colored Blenny
1 X Tail Spot Blenny
1 X Lawnmower Blenny
1 X Starry Blenny
2 X Pajama Cardinal
1 X McCosker Wrasse
1 X Mandarin (after 6 to 8 months)
These are fish that I am looking at right now but it can change you know....
Originally Posted by 1Snapple http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3346855
Ya, makes sense, what is your fish list though?
These are the fish I am looking at:
2 X Ocellaris Clowns (1-Black and While and 1 Regular)
1 X Diamond Goby
1 X Flame Angel
1 X Tang (Looking at a Few)
1 X One Spot Foxface
1 X Bi Colored Blenny
1 X Tail Spot Blenny
1 X Lawnmower Blenny
1 X Starry Blenny
2 X Pajama Cardinal
1 X McCosker Wrasse
1 X Mandarin (after 6 to 8 months)
These are fish that I am looking at right now but it can change you know....
blackjacktang
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that should look really good! Im thinkin you should get a blue hippo tang, yellow tang, or a purple tang.
scott t
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Originally Posted by Blackjacktang http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347139
that should look really good! Im thinkin you should get a blue hippo tang, yellow tang, or a purple tang.
The tank that I am setting up is only a 75 gal tank and all of those tangs will get to big for it. All the tangs you have listed should be in at least a 6' tank, my tank is only 4' tank. I could get away with maybe the yellow tang in the tank but I have my eye on some other ones that will work in the 75 gal better.. Thanks for the suggestions!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Al&Burke http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347152
Have you drilled your tank yet Scott.
Al My brother was supposed to be here this afternoon to help me do it because its a big tank, he has yet to show up and I can not get in touch with him..
Originally Posted by Blackjacktang http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347139
that should look really good! Im thinkin you should get a blue hippo tang, yellow tang, or a purple tang.
The tank that I am setting up is only a 75 gal tank and all of those tangs will get to big for it. All the tangs you have listed should be in at least a 6' tank, my tank is only 4' tank. I could get away with maybe the yellow tang in the tank but I have my eye on some other ones that will work in the 75 gal better.. Thanks for the suggestions!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Al&Burke http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347152
Have you drilled your tank yet Scott.
Al My brother was supposed to be here this afternoon to help me do it because its a big tank, he has yet to show up and I can not get in touch with him..
scott t
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Originally Posted by btwk12 http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347159
my yellow tang is evil he doesn't play fair with any of his tank mates. maybe a yellow eye kole tang, i think they stay small
I am looking at that as a possible for the tank!!!
I an also now looking at the Red Stripe Angel fish...
Originally Posted by btwk12 http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347159
my yellow tang is evil he doesn't play fair with any of his tank mates. maybe a yellow eye kole tang, i think they stay small
I am looking at that as a possible for the tank!!!
I an also now looking at the Red Stripe Angel fish...
scott t
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Originally Posted by 1Snapple http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347161
Not sure about a sailfin but maybe?
Sailfin tangs need 6" of tank so 125 gal or larger tank would be needed for them. If I was to upgrade in like 12 to 18 months then it would be possible. We all know what happens with upgrades sometimes they don't happen for one reason or another. I am going to start saving now for the upgrade to a 6' tank. But I dont know if I want to risk a fish that will out grow my tank.... Do not get me wrong I love Tangs in general and I would love to have many of them. and the Sailfin being one of the one that I really like...
Originally Posted by 1Snapple http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347161
Not sure about a sailfin but maybe?
Sailfin tangs need 6" of tank so 125 gal or larger tank would be needed for them. If I was to upgrade in like 12 to 18 months then it would be possible. We all know what happens with upgrades sometimes they don't happen for one reason or another. I am going to start saving now for the upgrade to a 6' tank. But I dont know if I want to risk a fish that will out grow my tank.... Do not get me wrong I love Tangs in general and I would love to have many of them. and the Sailfin being one of the one that I really like...
meowzer
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Originally Posted by Scott T http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347167
Sailfin tangs need 6" of tank so 125 gal or larger tank would be needed for them. If I was to upgrade in like 12 to 18 months then it would be possible. We all know what happens with upgrades sometimes they don't happen for one reason or another. I am going to start saving now for the upgrade to a 6' tank. But I dont know if I want to risk a fish that will out grow my tank....
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
...I wish more people thought like you in this hobby
Originally Posted by Scott T http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347167
Sailfin tangs need 6" of tank so 125 gal or larger tank would be needed for them. If I was to upgrade in like 12 to 18 months then it would be possible. We all know what happens with upgrades sometimes they don't happen for one reason or another. I am going to start saving now for the upgrade to a 6' tank. But I dont know if I want to risk a fish that will out grow my tank....
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
scott t
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Originally Posted by meowzer http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347170
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
...I wish more people thought like you in this hobby
I have done my research remember, and I dont think I want to risk it, because if the upgrade does not happen then what am I to do with the fish. Subject it to a confined living space that would be just cruel and inhumane. I would rather wait until I can do the up grade and then get the fish...
Originally Posted by meowzer http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347170
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
I have done my research remember, and I dont think I want to risk it, because if the upgrade does not happen then what am I to do with the fish. Subject it to a confined living space that would be just cruel and inhumane. I would rather wait until I can do the up grade and then get the fish...
1snapple
Active Member
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Originally Posted by meowzer http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347170
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
...I wish more people thought like you in this hobby
Way to go
I agree with moewzer. The sailfin tang isn't on my fish list so i wasn't sure on the size.
Originally Posted by meowzer http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347170
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
Way to go
I agree with moewzer. The sailfin tang isn't on my fish list so i wasn't sure on the size.
blackjacktang
Active Member
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Originally Posted by meowzer http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347170
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Originally Posted by Scott T http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347167
Sailfin tangs need 6" of tank so 125 gal or larger tank would be needed for them. If I was to upgrade in like 12 to 18 months then it would be possible. We all know what happens with upgrades sometimes they don't happen for one reason or another. I am going to start saving now for the upgrade to a 6' tank. But I dont know if I want to risk a fish that will out grow my tank....
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
...I wish more people thought like you in this hobby
+1
Originally Posted by meowzer http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347170
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Originally Posted by Scott T http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347167
Sailfin tangs need 6" of tank so 125 gal or larger tank would be needed for them. If I was to upgrade in like 12 to 18 months then it would be possible. We all know what happens with upgrades sometimes they don't happen for one reason or another. I am going to start saving now for the upgrade to a 6' tank. But I dont know if I want to risk a fish that will out grow my tank....
+1 on the sailfin on the size tank
and good for you
+1
scott t
Active Member
There is one Tang that I really want and have been doing extensive research on and everything I have read says that they can go in a 75 gal or larger tank. Others have told me that they should be in 90 gal or larger, but it just may be my choice if I feel like giving it a try in the 75 gal. Just not sure yet so that is why I did not put which one it is on my list.
blackjacktang
Active Member
wich tang is this?
scott t
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Originally Posted by Blackjacktang http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347189
wich tang is this?
I knew someone would ask me that question, I should have just not mentioned it. I will put it out there for all to see maybe I will get more thoughts on what others think about it. My most favorite tang that I want to get is the Powder Brown...
Originally Posted by Blackjacktang http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347189
wich tang is this?
I knew someone would ask me that question, I should have just not mentioned it. I will put it out there for all to see maybe I will get more thoughts on what others think about it. My most favorite tang that I want to get is the Powder Brown...
btldreef
Moderator
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Originally Posted by Scott T http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347192
Quote:
Originally Posted by Blackjacktang http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347189
wich tang is this?
I knew someone would ask me that question, I should have just not mentioned it. I will put it out there for all to see maybe I will get more thoughts on what others think about it. My most favorite tang that I want to get is the Powder Brown...
Personally, I don't think it would be a good idea.
Size wise, you could probably get away with it, of course it would require a little modification of your stocklist so that it wasn't too much of a strain on the bioload, BUT Acanthurus tangs tend to be very aggressive.
This being said, if you're set on this tang and do plan on upgrading, here would be my suggestion as I do believe you could do it. Make it the last fish you add and try to find a small one, this way when you're ready to upgrade it won't be too big yet.
Originally Posted by Scott T http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347192
Quote:
Originally Posted by Blackjacktang http:///forum/thread/382874/my-tank-build-diary/60#post_3347189
wich tang is this?
I knew someone would ask me that question, I should have just not mentioned it. I will put it out there for all to see maybe I will get more thoughts on what others think about it. My most favorite tang that I want to get is the Powder Brown...
Personally, I don't think it would be a good idea.
Size wise, you could probably get away with it, of course it would require a little modification of your stocklist so that it wasn't too much of a strain on the bioload, BUT Acanthurus tangs tend to be very aggressive.
This being said, if you're set on this tang and do plan on upgrading, here would be my suggestion as I do believe you could do it. Make it the last fish you add and try to find a small one, this way when you're ready to upgrade it won't be too big yet.