I have a 60 gallon aquarium that is a couple of years old, and is probably reaching the limit of fish. I've tried to pick fish that occupy different parts of the tank, so there is very little aggression. Nitrate and phosphate seems to be stable as well. I've always wanted a mandarin and/or a flame hawkfish, but I can't decide if my tank can support them.
I'd appreciate any advice on whether or not I could add either or both of these, but I'm also interested in how people decide they have reached their maximum stocking level. Is it about making sure there is a suitable habitat/territory/hiding place for each fish you add, making sure nutrients aren't out of control, and knowing the requirements of the new fish. What else do people consider?
I have a 60 gallon display with a skimmer, filter roller and ATS. My current fish are:
I'd appreciate any advice on whether or not I could add either or both of these, but I'm also interested in how people decide they have reached their maximum stocking level. Is it about making sure there is a suitable habitat/territory/hiding place for each fish you add, making sure nutrients aren't out of control, and knowing the requirements of the new fish. What else do people consider?
I have a 60 gallon display with a skimmer, filter roller and ATS. My current fish are:
- Yellow wrasse
- McCoskers flasher wrasse
- 3 x Yellowtail damsel
- 2 x Occelaris clown
- Orchid dottyback
- Banggai cardinal
- Yellow Watchman goby
- Diamond goby