90 Gallon Stocking Ideas

[TheFishman9000]

Hey all!

Was big into reef tanks ten years ago, but got out of it to peruse what can ultimately be described as “life”.

Getting back into now by putting together a bunch of old bits and pieces to build a 90 gallon tank. Got everything running today and, after sifting through a few hours worth of fish research, I can safely say I have NO idea what fish I want to aim to stock over the coming months. For now, it will just be a FOWLR tank. Possibility of reef in the future, but not any time soon.

I’ve still got some work to do as it’s very rough at the moment, but it’s running. Will be adding more live rock as the funds become available.

Would love to hear everyone’s takes!

Picture of the tank attached.

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Dwarf angels (like the flame angel), foxface, clowns, blennies, gobbys, wrasses (@i cant think can give you specifics here).

Those are just a few you could put in there. You have a good bit of options for a tank that size. If you want to eventually convert it from a FOWLR to a reef tank. I would try not to get fish that are known for picking at corals.

 

[TheFishman9000]

Dwarf angels (like the flame angel), foxface, clowns, blennies, gobbys, wrasses (@i cant think can give you specifics here).

Those are just a few you could put in there. You have a good bit of options for a tank that size. If you want to eventually convert it from a FOWLR to a reef tank. I would try not to get fish that are known for picking at corals.

Thanks! I was thinking at least a pair of Banggai Cardinalfish and a Redfin Fairy Wrasse. Both seem to be reef safe and peaceful (with the exception of cardinals having to be an established pair to prevent interspecies aggression).

I’m trying to think of a good centerpiece-esque fish that would play nice with everyone/thing.

 

[BryanM]

If you're wanting larger numbers of fish you're going to need more rock for caves, swimming lanes, and hiding places.

One spot foxface or yellow tang for reef safe options.

Flame angel for "with caution" options. I have one in my mixed reef, and apparently I feed it enough to not eat corals

 

[TheFishman9000]

If you're wanting larger numbers of fish you're going to need more rock for caves, swimming lanes, and hiding places.

One spot foxface or yellow tang for reef safe options.

Flame angel for "with caution" options. I have one in my mixed reef, and apparently I feed it enough to not eat corals

I do have more rock getting a hard cure in a bleach solution this week which I intend to add to this tank. It came from an old tank that had colonial hydroids and has sat dry for at least 3 years.

I’ve always loved the look of flame angels, just felt like the risk was too high.

 

[i cant think]

Hey all!

Was big into reef tanks ten years ago, but got out of it to peruse what can ultimately be described as “life”.

Getting back into now by putting together a bunch of old bits and pieces to build a 90 gallon tank. Got everything running today and, after sifting through a few hours worth of fish research, I can safely say I have NO idea what fish I want to aim to stock over the coming months. For now, it will just be a FOWLR tank. Possibility of reef in the future, but not any time soon.

I’ve still got some work to do as it’s very rough at the moment, but it’s running. Will be adding more live rock as the funds become available.

Would love to hear everyone’s takes!

Picture of the tank attached.

What are the tank dimensions?

Also, any specific colours or body shapes you’re after? Are you wanting fewer but more active, larger species or more but often smaller, secretive species?

 

[TheFishman9000]

What are the tank dimensions?

Also, any specific colours or body shapes you’re after? Are you wanting fewer but more active, larger species or more but often smaller, secretive species?

48”L x 18”W x 24”H

No specific body shapes. For colors, nothing specific per se. I would like at least one fish that’s going to pop if I turn the blues up.

Preferably, I’d be happy with fewer fish that are a little more social/active. Size isn’t a huge factor (though I’d love to have at least one decent size fish).

I also intend to add more vertical structure to the current rock before I put any fish in the tank, being as it’s so open at the moment.

 

[X-37B]

Swallowtail angle fish could be a center piece. I have one in my 150
A Tomini tang is a usefull nice addition also. Very reef safe in my acro system.