Too much live rock for 75 gallons?

[calebthetanker]

Is this too much live rock for my 75 gal? I like the aqua scape but I have 2 tangs and 3 anthias which require swimming space and I’m just wondering if the rock is taking up too much of that space.

 

[Jekyl]

I actually think too much rock is better than not enough. Just make sure to never get GSP or other really aggressive coral.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Is this too much live rock for my 75 gal? I like the aqua scape but I have 2 tangs and 3 anthias which require swimming space and I’m just wondering if the rock is taking up too much of that space.

Looks good. . . Just remember, the more rock you place in tank, the more the volume is reduced. Your tank is 75g. With that rock, you have about 60 useable gallons. When dosing, or adding additives, treat for 60 gallons, not 75

 

[D3DPrintedThingz]

Sweet looking scape, if you ever run a refugium you already have some cured rock you can put down in there. Also lots of sand :) hope you have a goby in your future plans!

 

[JNalley]

I think the amount of rock you have is fine, however, I'd move it more towards the center so that there's an equal amount of swimming space on both sides (The front and the back), and perhaps make a swim-through spot at both ends so they can use the tank like a racetrack.

 

[mkereefer]

Is this too much live rock for my 75 gal? I like the aqua scape but I have 2 tangs and 3 anthias which require swimming space and I’m just wondering if the rock is taking up too much of that space.

yes

 

[Lavey29]

I think the amount of rock you have is fine, however, I'd move it more towards the center so that there's an equal amount of swimming space on both sides (The front and the back), and perhaps make a swim-through spot at both ends so they can use the tank like a racetrack.

I agree with this making the center the focal point and leaving swimming room on both ends.

 

[Lavey29]

Keep in mind also the tangs like to peck rocks all day for algae so having ample rockscape is a benefit for them too.

 

[JNalley]

For visual reference of what I am talking about. The green arrows signify swim throughs like arches, or low points in the rock they can swim over easily.
Edit: In case it wasn't obvious, this is a top down view of the tank.

 

[Spare time]

I usually just make sure all the fish have a place to go and avoid others (and humans) as well as have places that the flow can keep clean. I also really try to plan ahead for corals but that can be difficult

 

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I would look to rearrange the rock to create more space, that should start to open up the tank more. You could even remove some pieces as well


-Keith