Hardiest Tang?

Raf · #1 07-14-2006, 05:27 PM

Just my opinion but I have never had any problems with sailfin tangs I have added to set-ups.

OCDP · #2 07-14-2006, 05:38 PM

Cool.. I love the Sailfin's.. thanks for your input.

phreezee · #3 07-14-2006, 05:40 PM

I'd have to say it's the Yellow... everyone has one.
Most Non-Hardy=Regal/Hippo!

OCDP · #4 07-14-2006, 05:45 PM

Yellow, eh... but how do we assume they are the most hardy because everyone has one?

When I say "hardy" I mean... less prone to ick or parasites, isn't skittish and gets along with tank mates, eats well, etc..

Johnny Reefer · #5 07-14-2006, 05:56 PM

A Sailfin would not be an appropriate choice for your planned 50g cube, IMO. You'd need at least 135g, IMO.

Cheers

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OCDP · #6 07-14-2006, 05:58 PM

I never said I was going for 50g . I said somewhere from 50-60 (and still havent decided on anything yet) And again, I never said I am adding any of these tangs to my tank.

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Originally Posted by OCDP

for my next tank I'd like a tang if I can get a big enough setup.

I'm just curious what the general consensus is on the hardiest tang.

Johnny Reefer · #7 07-14-2006, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by OCDP

I never said I was going for 50g . I said somewhere from 50-60 (and still havent decided on anything yet) And again, I never said I am adding any of these tangs to my tank.

I'm just curious what the general consensus is on the hardiest tang.

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Originally Posted by OCDP

What would be the hardiest tang for a home aquarium and why? Any experience?? .. for my next tank I'd like a tang if I can get a big enough setup.

Just seeing which would be the best to add.

Holy crap!

So what part of "...for my next tank I'd like a tang if I can get a big enough setup?" am I not getting?
You know you've been talking alot lately about getting a 50g cube and how that's all you can fit in your bedroom so don't go biting my head off for mentioning that. Even 60g ...what's the difference?....still too small for a Sailfin, IMO.
Christ, you get up out of the wrong side of the bed this morning?

rickjames · #8 07-14-2006, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by OCDP

When I say "hardy" I mean... less prone to ick or parasites, isn't skittish and gets along with tank mates, eats well, etc..

I have only had one tang, a Sohal, and I can attest his hardyness. Isn't skittish at all, in fact, sometimes i give him a swat on the tail when i am playing in the tank because he won't get out of my way!

As for getting along with tank mates, umm, just fine if you only want one tang

. But the way I think of it is, would you rather have 2-3 Hyundais or one Ferrari?

If we are talking about hardiest and aquarium suitability though, I would say the yellow tang or the scopas wins hands down.

danny zubot · #9 07-14-2006, 10:31 PM

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would you rather have 2-3 Hyundais or one Ferrari?

If a Sohal is a farrari, then what is a Regal, or a Naso?

I sense a new debate coming on!!!!

reeferaddict · #10 07-14-2006, 10:45 PM

Careful people! I think the Tang Police are monitoring this thread... hopefully they never see MY tank!

Mark & OCDP I think you guys gotta get together & smoke a fatty... then you'll both experience REAL reefing!

Personally, I think I'm gonna get a Sailfin and try it in a 2g nano... I heard somewhere they're fine as long as they can turn around....

People! This is a hobby board where we ask questions and learn from each other! If we flame people AND are too sensitive to a little criticism then maybe it's time for Ritalin? You guys have a nap and get up on the OTHER side of the bed next time...

Anyways - I have had a Yellow, Purple, and Powder Blue for over 18 months... and woe is me if I dare stick my hand in the tank without food! A cleaner wrasse seems to keep them all free of parasites... but that's a whole other can of worms...

*INSERTS SPOON... STIRS!!!*