Fish Compatibility

Nick,

Yes, I agree that that was his point. I have kept the tank decorations
to a minimin in order to maximize the amount of swimming area. I have
one large artificial coral head in the middle of the tank. The fish
treat this just like a real coral formation, darting into it when they
feel the need for security. I feed frozen foods and pellets, directing
it towards the artificial coral. This way, the fish search the coral
looking for food. This causes the fish to behave in a natural way
moving over the coral as they feed.

At their current sizes, there is plenty of room to allow them to swim
normally. Again, I agree that at some point, I will need to lessen the
load in the aquarium. Dragonslayer is 100% correct that it will not be
long before I need to move one or more fish into another aquarium. He
obviously does know what he is talking about. Right now, I intend to
enjoy the tank the way it is. I may add another fish just to see how
the community reacts. But, I will move fish as I need to in order to
ensure the good health of all.

Thanks to each of you who have added their comments. It is appreciated!

ck


In article , Nick
wrote:

"Craig Kaplan" wrote in message
...

I appreciate your opinion, but I have been keeping marine fish since
1977. The wet dry is way over-sized and I do weekly water changes. I
am meticulous with my feeding and monitor all readings. There have
been no fluctuations and all of the inhabitants are thriving. I do not
believe in any substrate (because of the need to clean it so often). I
have done some things to increase the bioload of the system.

Like I said, I do appreciate your opinion. But, I was just asking the
question from the perspective of compatibility of the animals. I
realize that, as these fish grow, I will need to move some of them out.
I do know what you are saying, but right now the system will support
more of a load.

I'm not looking to pick a fight, but this is a case where we can
respect each other's opinion.

ck

In article , Dragon Slayer
wrote:

you got to be kidding right???

you have way to many fish in that tank as it is.
not to be rude, but you need to do a lot more research on the fish you
have
and their needs rather then thinking of adding more to the problem.

kc

"Craig Kaplan" wrote in message
...

I have an Oceanic 58 gallon tank (established community) with the
following inhabitants:

1 Eibli Angelfish (Centropyge sp.) - 2.5 inches

1 Yellow Tang (Zebrasoma flavescens) - 2.5 inches

1 Blue Tang (Paracanthurus hepatus) - 3 inches

1 Teardrop Butterfly (Chaetodon unimaculatus) - 2.5 inches

2 Blue Chromis (Chromis cyanea) - 1.5 inches and 2.5 inches

5 Green Chromis (Chromis caeruleus) - all between 1 and 2 inches

2 Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) - 1 inch and 1.5 inches


All of them get along well and the tank looks great. I run copper in
the system in order to control parasites (because I do not have a
quarantine tank). Also, I have an 8 watt UV on the tank. I use a
good
wet-dry and a protein skimmer for biological filtration.

The tank is running great and it looks great.

Now the question...

I would like to add a juvenile angelfish. My preference would be to
add an Emperor angelfish. My thinking would be to find one about the
same size as the Eibli. Or, would you think I should find one a
little larger?

I'm looking for fish I could add with minimal risk for aggression
(either way).

Also, I would be interested in any other suggestions you might have
concerning additional fish.

Thanks, in advance, for your suggestions.

ck

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I think Mr Slayer may have had concerns about the size of the environment
not just the filtration Craig,
I kept a 3" yellow tang and a 4"+ emperor in a UK 120 Gal tank, when
introduced the angel looked like he had a box cutter taken to him for a few
days,
however they got on ok in the end, depends on the temperament of your tangs
I guess,
Im sure I dont have to tell you this but in 4-5 years the most of the
Pomacanthidae family could be 8" or more (max size 14" 20" wild)
this is potentially a big fish, so I guess you have other plans for its long
term future, oh and I dont think they get on to well with like species,
check http://www.fishbase.org/summary/Spec...ry.cfm?id=6504
Hope this helps
Nick,
Bristol UK