shark tank

chris6karate

New Member
in the book aquarium sharks and rays it says a coral catshark can be kept in a 110 gallon tank is this true?
if it is where can I get one?
 

meowzer

Moderator
Quick Facts :: Coral Catshark
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Maximum Size: 26"
Minimum Tank Size: 180 Gallons
Reef Compatible: No
Water Conditions: 72-82° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Diet: Carnivore
Origin: Indo-Pacific, Western Pacific
Family: Scyliorhinidae
Species: Sharks
Aquarium Type: Fish Only
NOTICE the MINIMUM says 180G......That does not mean 180 gallons is ideal...just that it is the MINIMUM recommended
 

meowzer

Moderator
I just googled coral cat shark and read some sites
here is another
Absolute minimum recommend tank/pond size: for a single average size adult Coral catshark is at least 24 sq.ft (Tank - 8' long x 3' wide x 2' deep, or a Pond - 5.5' diameter) with a volume of at least 360 gallons is highly recommended. For a pair or small breeding group of 2-3 adult sharks a tank of at least 33-36 sq.ft (Tank - 9' long x 4' wide x 2' deep, or a Pond - 6.5' Diameter) with a volume of 500-540 gallons.
You can click on a LOT of sites.....some say 150 Gallons.....some even more like what I just posted
the shark it self gets 24-27" long......what size tank do you think it should go in
 

jerth6932

Active Member
I think you should look into the triggers you mentioned in another thread. Better chances of things working in that tank long term, and success of living.
 

meowzer

Moderator
Quote:
Originally Posted by chris6karate http:///t/388792/shark-tank#post_3430981
do u know if i could do a ray? if so what kind
NO....I said this before....I had one in my 225G....in less then ONE year it outgrew it and I donated it to an aquarium
it was a Cortez Ray.....supposed to be one of the smaller ones...LOL....this thing was like 12" round and 18" long when I donated her
there are a lot of other things you can keep in a 110.....just not rays or sharks
 

jerth6932

Active Member
Do you have the 100g tank yet? If not, shoot for a bigger tank, if so, I would recommend choosing maybe a predator tank?
 

jerth6932

Active Member
Eels, puffers, Triggers, and wrasses, but those have to be mixed and matched just right (look up a salt water fish compatibility chart). That would take a lot more then what I know, cause as far as they go, I know as much as you on them. I know reef tanks, sorry.
 
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saxman

Guest
With preds, as mentioned, you really need to be careful what you mix, and how you mix (order of acquisition/size differential). Some fish beat each other up, and some will simply plain eat each other, yet others get along just fine.
Unfortunately, for even the smallest shark or ray, you need an open-footprint tank of at least 300 gals, generally speaking with very little in the way of decor, as they tend to get stuck in between the decor and the tank walls. A soft sand bottom is also required so they don't irritate their soft bellies.
Once again, research is your friend...it will save you a lot of grief and give you the best chances of an enjoyable experience. Make a list of fish you like and research them or toss it out in the forums for opinions/review.
 
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