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  1. catnipthyme

    Biocube Stocking Considerations

    Hello! I am getting my first reef tank set up, and was hoping to get some insight on the fish I have been considering. It is the Biocube 32. I love critters that dig around in the sand, but I don't know if I want to worry about them messing up the hardscape. Of all considerations, only the...
  2. L

    85 gallon Stocking list

    Hey everyone I have had a 4' by 2' tank with a 30 gallon sump for 10 months know. I was wondering if there is any problem or advice for my stocking list. Current 2 ocellaris clowns 2 cardinals 2 clown gobies 1 fire fish 1 naoko wrasse 1 pink streak wrasse future 1 gramma or swissguard basslet...
  3. A

    Blenny Starvation problem

    I’m interested in getting a Blenny but I’ve been reading they starve a lot in captivity, particularly the Midas and lawnmower Blennie’s. Do all Blennies have this problem? If not do you think bicolor, canary, or tailspot Blennies are a good choice?
  4. makeouthill

    29g Stocking Ideas

    Hello there, I recently finished cycling my 29g. i have some ideas for stocking but im open to ideas and comments. As of right now I have some CUC members (a few hermits, and a variety of snails). I picked up my first fish which was a watchman and tiger pistol. I am a bit conflicted because I...
  5. J

    Stocking ideas

    Here is my 40 gallon tank that is currently cycling. I plan to make this a reef tank but I am wondering on what fish I want to stock. Here are some of the fish I would love to have: 2 × Ocellaris Clownfish 1 × Royal Gramma 1 × Banggai Cardinalfish 1 × Firefish Goby 1 × Possum Wrasse 1 ×...
  6. B

    Stock Suggestions?

    I have a Waterbox 105.4 and currently have a tomini tang, mostly grown engineer goby, 4 carberryi anthias, a Valentini puffer (model citizen), black leopard wrasse, starry blenny, Blue Sided fairy wrasse. I did plan on adding a mandarin but was also considering one reef safe butterfly or...
  7. A

    55 gallon reef stocking

    Hello all, So my 55 gallon reef tank has been static for a while now stocking-wise, but looking at my current roster of fish I’m wondering if there’s one or two more fish I could add. I don’t want to overstock the tank or increase the bioload ten fold so I am treading a bit cautiously with the...
  8. G

    Peaceful Fish Recommendations

    Looking for suggestions to add to my peaceful fish only tank! I don’t have very many corals and I am. It that attached to them so it’s ok if they might pick at corals. I would like either nice color, personality, or both! I have a 100g cube tank with a 20g sump I currently have: Mandarin...
  9. 9

    150 gallon 6ft tank stocking help

    I was given a 150 gallon tank. I’ve been planning on getting back into the game for some time but with a 90 gallon (I previously had a 55 about 10 years ago). I want to be strategic about stocking the tank. Would love some insight on what to stock our tank with. Want fish with personality but...
  10. marisp127

    Looking to add some life!

    Hey y’all! I’m looking to add some life to my 65gal reef tank. The tank looks somewhat empty a lot of the time, I think in part due to the fish I have. Looking to add another species or two and am open to suggestions. No wrasses as I’ve had some bad experiences with them ;0( Current stock: -...
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  11. GothFishKeeper

    Stony coral suggestions

    As my 90g mixed reef will be hitting the one year mark this fall, I’m very proud of how it’s turning out to be: However, as you can see it’s very one sided and I would like to fill in the spaces with either some LPS that can give a “flowing” look to the right side, similar to the left side, or...
  12. J

    75 stocking suggestions

    Hey all So I recently upgraded to a 75 gallon tank. Instantly cycled and all set up. Currently I have: Coral beauty Royal grMma Sleeper Banded goby Springers damsel 2 clowns Chalk bass Coral banded shrimp 2 crabs Starfish There is no aggression atm. Sometimes the coral beauty and goby square...
  13. jwood73

    90G Stock List Review

    I know these stock lists can get pretty old, so sorry in advance. I have based this list on reviewing a plethora of existing posts about stock lists but would like an initial gut check from more experienced reefers as this is largest tank I have kept thus far. You can view the aquascape on my...
  14. J

    Stocking 55 gal ideas?

    Hello! I originally had a fluval 13.5 but converted my old set up into our old 55 gallon aquarium. My dad is currently taking care of it while I’m at college so it’s been difficult for everyone and we’ve decided to move our focus from corals to cool fish instead. There’s some random frags left...
  15. C

    210 Gallon Stock Ideas List

    Hello All, I have a 210 gallon 7 foot long tank. (7x2x2). We have been cycling it since march/ April, added the sump, pods, chaeto and rocks etc. We are getting super close to being ready to add in fish finally. We made sure to take our time and try to do things right. I have these fish as...
  16. xxoczukxx

    Stocking ideas for 5x2x2 tank? Ideas for tangs?

    I am working on the stock list for my 5x2x2 (~140g display, 170g total volume) tank I am working on. I currently only have two occelaris that will move into the tank from their current one once it is set up. The tank is going to be an SPS heavy mixed reef. I was hoping for the following (in...
  17. TheNative192

    What Can/Should I stock in this Redsea Desktop Tank (Corals/Fish/Inverts) Skimmer, Pump, & AI 16 HD Light

    Hello everyone! What can I stock in this Redsea Desktop Tank (Corals/Fish/Inverts). I have the red sea Skimmer, Pump, & AI 16 HD Light, thermometer set at 79, (kraken lid on the way expedited), a 660GPH Wavemaker I have off as it was constantly tossing sand around the tank and I was told the...
  18. J

    Fish Stocking ADVICE

    Hey yall I have a 40b with a pair of clowns(false percula), springers damsel, RG, and dwarf angel. For inverts i have a sand sifting star, two crabs, and a CBS. Everyone is extremely peaceful and spread out. There is no bullying or chasing. Tank is a little over a year old, and I have UV...
  19. MapleLeaf93

    Looking for some stocking ideas .

    Hey guys , new to the forums . Looking for some stocking ideas on a 65 gallon AIO . Currently no coral but when I get my light situation more permanent am planning on reef , so preferably reef safe Currently Fish -2 designer clowns -Tiger Pistol / pink spotted goby -blue eyed tang Inverts...
  20. B

    Stock list suggestions

    Hi there yall! I have a 45 gallon AIO tank and I was wondering about some suggestions for some livestock. I currently have: 2 Ocellaris Clowns 1 Valentini Puffer 1 Diamond Goby and a handful of snails and hermits. I also have a couple soft corals. I was wondering what else I could put in this...
  21. A

    Reef Aquarium Stocking Question - 90 Gallon

    Hi everyone! I wanted to ask for thoughts/recommendations on my 90-gallon build. I currently have a 90-gallon tank with a 39-gallon sump. I have 2 clowns that moved from a Cube 20—they have been in the tank since 3/15. I am open to recommendations and suggestions. I have spent months debating...
  22. T

    225 gallon stock list ideas

    Hello, I will be getting a 225 gallon tank, and the dimensions will be 60"L 30"W 30"H. 180 gallon sump, and I will have it connected to 60 gallons water volume worth of frag tanks. The main system will be sps only. The 3 frag tanks have 1 six line each. "I will include them in the total stock...
  23. R

    Can I keep all off these 5 fish in my 20 gallon high?

    Hey guys! Been browsing this forum for months and finally decided to finally make an account! So I have a cycled 20 gallon tank and am considering the following for stocking, just curious if this seems like a good idea or if it’s too many or incompatible fish? Pink-Streaked Wrasse Sharknose...
  24. Flare

    Stocking Ideas for upgraded 75G Mixed Reef Tank

    Hello all! On March 18, 2025, I moved my reef from my 40g cube into a 75g aquarium. Move was successful, checked water parameters at two fish stores and was given the OK, sand didnt mess water up and no heavy metals or anything bad. Using a canister filter with mostly sponge, some charcoal and...
  25. GavinTrz

    Stocking Suggestions for 75 gallon AIO reef tank

    Hello everyone! I am currently in the process of breaking down my 75 gallon freshwater cichlid tank to begin the transition to a reef tank. I plan on getting the Fiji Cube AIO kit as I do not want a sump. For my stocking list so far I have: 1x Tomini Tang (from what I have read online a 4ft tank...
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