marine aquarium??
my 60 gallon tank or 200 liters marine aquarium has the best filtering sump money can buy. the problem is i have two clown fish and a coral beauty angel, i wanted to get bigger fish like a yellow tang and a emperor angel? will the bigger emperor angel survive with the tank size and volume?
the biological issue is not a problem ?
please help i want those fish badly???
any other infomation will be great??
thanks
If you want larger fish like Emperor Angels, you will have to upgrade your tank. Emperor Angels should be housed in a 100+ gallon aquarium due to an adult size of 7-10 inches being common and a maximum size of 16 inch! The yellow tang would probably be ok so long as you are able to meet its dietary requirements. Here is some info on Yello Tangs…
The Yellow Tang is one of the most popular saltwater fish species. This tang comes from the Hawaiian islands and is one of the better marine surgeonfishes for a beginner with a fully cycled aquarium. This tang is commonly carried at most saltwater pet shops and is relatively inexpensive. They have a strikingly yellow color with white scalpel like blades at the base of their tail fin. They can be fairly hardy in a saltwater aquarium that has completely cycled. If you plan on keeping Yellow Tangs, they spend much of their time grazing for algae so have plenty of live rock for them to graze on. They will also feed on dried algae or seaweed attached to a lettuce clip. This tang (and tangs in general) requires highly oxygenated water so make sure you have plenty of water surface agitation and/or air stones.
Use caution when netting a Yellow Tang because of the blades at the base of thier tail fin. The blades can easily get hooked into the net. If this happens, gently move the net back and forth in the aquarium until the tang is released.
Like many marine species, you will have better results if you keep only one tang in your aquarium because they will become territorial otherwise. They use the blades at the base of their tales to slap at each other.
Tangs are especially susceptible to marine ich, which means that it’s a good idea to house any new Tangs in a quarantine tank for a couple of weeks before introducing them into your main aquarium
Scientific Name : Zebrasoma flavescens
Common Names : Yellow Sailfin Tang, Lemon Surgeonfish, Yellow Surgeonfish
Care Level : Easy to Moderate, good for saltwater beginners with a fully cycled aquarium.
Life span : 5 – 7 years, possibly longer
Size : 7 – 8 inches (20 cm)
pH : 8 – 8.4
Temperature : 75°F – 80°F (24°C – 27°C)
Specific Gravity : 1.020 – 1.024
Origin / Habitat : South Pacific Ocean near Hawaii, Marshall and Wake Islands.
Temperament / Behavior : It’s best to keep only one tang in your aquarium because they can become territorial with other tangs. They will usually play nicely with others (except tangs) in a community tank setup.
Breeding / Mating / Reproduction : It’s not very common for them to breed in captivity
Tank Size : 55 gallon minimum
Compatible Tank Mates : Avoid keeping them in an aquarium with other Tangs.
Reef Tank Compatible? : This tang will do well in a marine reef tank setup. They can help perform a small role in grazing some of the algae that may grow in a reef tank.
Common Diseases : Saltwater Fish Disease – Diagnose, Symptoms and Treatment, a quarantine tank is a must with this species.
Diet / Fish Food : Herbivore, have plenty of live rock and/or be prepared to give them dried seaweed or dried algae using a lettuce clip. They will also accept flake, pellet foods and live foods.
Tank Region : All over
Gender : Difficult to determine, but the female may be larger than males of the same age.
Similar Species : Tangs and Surgeon Fish
My Marine Aquarium
|
|
Sediment Filter 1micron $17.49 Replacement micron sediment filters for use in any RO, Maxxima or Deion unit. Available in 1, 5 and 20 micron…. |
|
|
SIPHON HOSE — 6 FOOT not for food use $3.23 Impervious to gas and oil. Easy squeeze action bulb. 6 foot rubber hose…. |
|
|
Marineland NJ900 Maxi-Jet Submersible Utility Pump, 10-Watt, 247 GPH $27.07 Marineland Premium Utility Water Pump The energy efficient, compact design, adjustable flow control, and submersible or external operation, provide the versatility that make Marineland Submersible Utility Pumps the perfect choice for a wide range of uses including recirculating water inside an aquarium or a refugium, driving protein skimmers and sump filtration systems, or even creating waterfall … |
|
|
Bio Wheel 55 Gallon Kit W/ Led Light Bio wheel 55 gallon kit… |
|
|
2.9 Lb. Phosphate Sponge – Part #: PS2 $23.97 Quickly absorbs phosphates in fresh and saltwater aquariums. Beads are cracked to expose more surface area and increase efficiency. Will not release soluble aluminum compounds into the aquarium…. |
|
|
Db 120gal Tank Black 48x24x24 (Catalog Category: Aquarium / Aquarium Glass Canopies) $1,174.53 Db 120gal Tank Black 48x24x24. Deep Blue Professional – DB Standard Glass AquariumsModel 120 AquariumBuilt to Last, Designed to Impress. Features: Universally sized injection molded frames, industrial strength black seal, thickest distortion free glass in industry, diamond polish edges, and tempered glass technology (select models). Ideal for both freshwater marine aquaria. Size – 48x24x24. Black… |
|
|
Aqueon Kent Marine 00672 ChromaPlex, 16-Ounce Bottle $9.43 Chromaplex is a unique blend of aquacultured, naturally-occurring phytoplankton. Particles range in size from 5 to 25 microns, providing a broad range for filter feeding marine invertebrates. Contains essential amino and fatty acids…. |
|
|
Poly Filter Pad – 12 in. x 12 in. $27.90 Poly filters work in power filters, undergravel filters and canister filters in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. Removes harmful organics, toxic ammonia, heavy metals, all forms of phosphates, and medications after treatment from aquarium water.General maintenance comments: Poly Filter needs no other chemicals, resins, carbon or other filter media or aquarium additives in freshwater and m… |
|
|
Hagen Nutrafin Max Marine Flakes, 1.34-Ounce $3.99 Nutrafin Max Marine Flakes is a nutritious highly palatable formula naturally colored by its ingredients featuring special dried seaweed rich in iodine as well as spirulina in a high value format containing 38 g / 1.34 oz. of flake. It also contains natural color enhancers, multi-vitamins and Advanced Yeast Extract for digestive system support and more for the ulitmate in marine fish nutrition.Inc… |
|
|
Hubbard Scientific 35155 Oceanic Saltwater Aquarium, 55 Gallon $3,499.00 This unit comes with everything but the water and marine life! Features an integrated, balanced operating system which is self-contained and easily maintained. It incorporates systems for circulation, aeration, filtration and heating. The steel frame is coated with durable baked-on finish that offers an effective corrosion resistant barrier between metal and the saltwater. The 4 side panels ar… |
Leave a Reply