Our box of Ocean

Ryan · #1 04-02-2009, 03:09 AM

Ya Myka I understand. I wanted to introduce it now than have it added with all my corals and have to rip it all apart to get the fish out.

My thoughts are to put the Flame in then add corals. If I find there is a problem I will move the corals into a protected area until I can make it back into the city and maybe trade it for somthing else.

Myka · #2 04-02-2009, 03:12 AM

Have you taken a look at other species that are better suited or are you really set on a Flame? I really like a few of the dwarf angels too, but I like my corals (and clam!) better. I also think your tank is a bit small for a Flame. I wouldn't put one in a tank smaller than about 30 gallons, and i think yours is 20 if I remember correctly?

Check out this website for other ideas: http://www.nano-reef.com/fish/

Personally, I think your tank would be perfectly suited to a Jawfish, and then maybe an Orchid Dottyback. Or a shrimp/goby pair instead of the Jawfish...?

Myka · #3 04-02-2009, 03:18 AM

Actually...here is a much bigger list: http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/inde...howtopic=74703

They do list Flame Angels on the 20g list, but they also have Maroon Clowns on the 20g list...so take it with a grain of salt that's for sure!!!

I'm just trying to give you other options. It's a pain in the butt to capture fish out of a tank, not to mention stressful on the fish. In the end it's your call. They are nice looking fish.