Mschmidt
Average Maybe
The prompt:
I have a 29 gallon tank with Stony coral, a rose bubble tip and a Colorado sunburst anemone. One platinum clownfish, 1 bicolor goby, pictus goby, and a smiths blenny. What should I add to the tank from the inverts mentioned above and the following fish list:
6Yellow-striped Cardinalfish Apogon Cyanosoma
9 Rifle Cardinalfish Apogon Kiensii
1 ambiguous rainforeii
1 or 2 gobiodon
1 Liopropoma Swalesi
1 Two-spot Goby Signigobius Biocellatus
6 Orbiculate Cardinalfish Sphaeramia Obicularis
1 Stallon Dottyback Pseudochromis Elongatus
1 Kauderni/Bangai Cardinal Pterapogon Kauderni
1Spottail Gudgeon Ptereleotris evides
The answer:
Based on everything we've discussed, here's a full list of potential additions for your 29-gallon tank, including both fish and invertebrates:
### Fish:
1. **3-4 Yellow-striped Cardinalfish (*Apogon cyanosoma*)** – Peaceful and active.
2. **Two-spot Goby (*Signigobius biocellatus*)** – Sand sifter with unique markings.
3. **Allen’s Damsel (*Pomacentrus alleni*)** – Hardy and semi-peaceful.
4. **Yellow-Green Goby (*Priolepis aureoviridis*)** – Small and peaceful.
5. **Kauderni/Bangai Cardinal (*Pterapogon kauderni*)** – Peaceful and striking (optional if you want variety).
### Invertebrates:
1. **Peppermint Shrimp (*Lysmata wurdemanni*)** – For Aiptasia control and general cleanup.
2. **Bumblebee Snails (*Engina mendicaria*)** – Great for targeting vermetid snails (3-5 snails recommended).
3. **Flame Scallop (*Limaria scabra*)** – Beautiful filter feeder, but requires advanced care.
4. **Fromia Starfish (*Fromia nodosa*)** – Hardy, peaceful, and reef-safe (a great starfish choice).
5. **Emerald Crab (*Mithraculus sculptus*)** (optional) – Excellent for bubble algae control.
This stocking plan balances bioload, compatibility, and visual interest while working well with your existing coral, anemones, and fish. Let me know if you'd like help planning their introduction or have questions about their care!
I have a 29 gallon tank with Stony coral, a rose bubble tip and a Colorado sunburst anemone. One platinum clownfish, 1 bicolor goby, pictus goby, and a smiths blenny. What should I add to the tank from the inverts mentioned above and the following fish list:
6Yellow-striped Cardinalfish Apogon Cyanosoma
9 Rifle Cardinalfish Apogon Kiensii
1 ambiguous rainforeii
1 or 2 gobiodon
1 Liopropoma Swalesi
1 Two-spot Goby Signigobius Biocellatus
6 Orbiculate Cardinalfish Sphaeramia Obicularis
1 Stallon Dottyback Pseudochromis Elongatus
1 Kauderni/Bangai Cardinal Pterapogon Kauderni
1Spottail Gudgeon Ptereleotris evides
The answer:
Based on everything we've discussed, here's a full list of potential additions for your 29-gallon tank, including both fish and invertebrates:
### Fish:
1. **3-4 Yellow-striped Cardinalfish (*Apogon cyanosoma*)** – Peaceful and active.
2. **Two-spot Goby (*Signigobius biocellatus*)** – Sand sifter with unique markings.
3. **Allen’s Damsel (*Pomacentrus alleni*)** – Hardy and semi-peaceful.
4. **Yellow-Green Goby (*Priolepis aureoviridis*)** – Small and peaceful.
5. **Kauderni/Bangai Cardinal (*Pterapogon kauderni*)** – Peaceful and striking (optional if you want variety).
### Invertebrates:
1. **Peppermint Shrimp (*Lysmata wurdemanni*)** – For Aiptasia control and general cleanup.
2. **Bumblebee Snails (*Engina mendicaria*)** – Great for targeting vermetid snails (3-5 snails recommended).
3. **Flame Scallop (*Limaria scabra*)** – Beautiful filter feeder, but requires advanced care.
4. **Fromia Starfish (*Fromia nodosa*)** – Hardy, peaceful, and reef-safe (a great starfish choice).
5. **Emerald Crab (*Mithraculus sculptus*)** (optional) – Excellent for bubble algae control.
This stocking plan balances bioload, compatibility, and visual interest while working well with your existing coral, anemones, and fish. Let me know if you'd like help planning their introduction or have questions about their care!
