Thoughts on my my livestock list for a 15g nano tank?

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

Sorry, I didn’t think you would take offense. I’ll make sure I don’t joke around with you in the future.

No, I didn't take offense, I just wondered why you posted that. That's all.

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

I have not tried the macro for fish fish but it could work. The more natural the setting the more comfortable the fish.

I might, but it will take nutrients out of the water, which I don't know if it's a good thing or a bad thing with corals. Will the morals use nitrates?

 

[kevgib67]

What??? No I can't. They need at least 75 gallons but preferably 125 gallons.

Ya bad idea, I would go with a couple naso tangs.

 

[Katrina71]

If you are a little freaked out by the bigger cleaner shrimp, get a pederson shrimp. They are not shy and will clean your hand in the tank. Really beautiful.

 

[Katrina71]

 

[Katrina71]

KP aquatic frequently has them, but your lfs should be able to order one. Just be prepared to open the bag under water. (Drain as much as you can first) They will launch out!

 

[littlefoxx]

Hi everyone.

I am starting up my first tank in the saltwater world, and the 15G tank, is currently cycling, but I have a set date of when I am getting fish. I am still kind of all over the place with my livestock list. I know a few things that I definitely want, but I will list everything below.

Livestock that I think I am going to 100% put in:

- A pair of ocellarius clown fish
- 1 red firefish
- 3-4 blue legged hermit crabs
- 2-3 Nassarius snails
- 2-4 Turbo Snails

Livestock that I really want to put in, but I might not be able to, because the tank is to small (need your opinion on this):

- 1 scarlet skunk cleaner shrimp

Livestock that I will put in if I can, but not a big deal if I can't:

-1 sea urchin ( either, tuxedo, royal, or pincushion)

I hope this isn't to complicated to understand, but really, anything on this list can be changed, but some stuff I just like better. For my first tank, the last thing I want is to overstock it, and end up in a huge problem when my tank is on the verge of crashing. If you have any different lists or suggestions, please feel free to leave then below, and please tell me what I can keep in my tank from above.

Thanks everyone.

Looks good to me! My 15 nano is 3 hermits, 2 snails, a tiger conch, a coral banded shrimp, emerald crab and two clowns

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

KP aquatic frequently has them, but your lfs should be able to order one. Just be prepared to open the bag under water. (Drain as much as you can first) They will launch out!

I will research it! Thanks for the suggestion!

 

[jabberwock]

Just say "No" to clownfish. They are evil. No hermits too. They will just kill your snails. Cleaner shrimp are needy and annoying. 3 things I will never have in a tank again.

 

[Katrina71]

I will research it! Thanks for the suggestion!

They will not hide. Very open. Nothing will bother it from your stock list. It will tickle when it cleans your hand. Don't be afraid of it at all.

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

They will not hide. Very open. Nothing will bother it from your stock list. It will tickle when it cleans your hand. Don't be afraid of it at all.

Ok! Thanks for the help!!

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

Should I get clownfish?? I don't know, I really want them, but I don't know what other fish I can keep in the tank besides a firefish. I know there is a blenny, but I don't really like its looks, gobies are cool, but I am not looking for a pistol shrimp, plus there is not a lot of sand for it to soft around, and I don't really like how they create mounds around the sand bed, and then I can't put a lot of corals in the tank because they might get sand in them. Is there any other fish I can keep in the tank instead of clownfish?

 

[kevgib67]

Should I get clownfish?? I don't know, I really want them, but I don't know what other fish I can keep in the tank besides a firefish. I know there is a blenny, but I don't really like its looks, gobies are cool, but I am not looking for a pistol shrimp, plus there is not a lot of sand for it to soft around, and I don't really like how they create mounds around the sand bed, and then I can't put a lot of corals in the tank because they might get sand in them. Is there any other fish I can keep in the tank instead of clownfish?

I know some people dislike them but I wouldn’t have a saltwater tank without a pair.

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

I know some people dislike them but I wouldn’t have a saltwater tank without a pair.

I know, that's the whole reason I got this tank. They are so iconic from the movie, and they are stunning fish. But of course they have to be aggressive and ruin everything. Is there any way to make them less aggressive, I have heard from some peoples experiences, a well fed, slightly fat fish is less aggressive. I don't know if that works but, maybe it does.

 

[kevgib67]

I have two ocellaris clowns that are not aggressive to their tank mates and I have never been bitten when I put my hand in the tank. But all fish are individuals. I would highly recommend against maroon clowns, I had them over a decade ago and every fish I put in was killed. Little demons.

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

I have two ocellaris clowns that are not aggressive to their tank mates and I have never been bitten when I put my hand in the tank. But all fish are individuals. I would highly recommend against maroon clowns, I had them over a decade ago and every fish I put in was killed. Little demons.

I swear, everybody has different experiences, and I don't know if I should take the risk, and hope that they are like yours. But yes, I am getting ocellaris clowns, and I am definitely not getting maroon clowns. IMO, ocellaris clowns look better than maroon clowns.

 

[kevgib67]

I swear, everybody has different experiences, and I don't know if I should take the risk, and hope that they are like yours. But yes, I am getting ocellaris clowns, and I am definitely not getting maroon clowns. IMO, ocellaris clowns look better than maroon clowns.

Ya even the designer clowns are pretty but I only want what you would see on a reef in my tank. Mine are hosted by my duncan coral.

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

Ya even the designer clowns are pretty but I only want what you would see on a reef in my tank. Mine are hosted by my duncan coral.

Does the Duncan care? I know some corals might get annoyed if the clown fish host on them. What are your tank mates for the clownish, and what size tank is it. Sorry if I am asking alot of questions, but I am curious on why yours are so peaceful.

 

[kevgib67]

Does the Duncan care? I know some corals might get annoyed if the clown fish host on them. What are your tank mates for the clownish, and what size tank is it. Sorry if I am asking alot of questions, but I am curious on why yours are so peaceful.

No, the duncan does not mind but the clowns are bummed when it retracts for the night. It’s a 32g . If you press on my tank thread you can get the details. You can’t ask to many questions, that’s why I’m here.

 

[WalkerLovesTheOcean]

No, the duncan does not mind but the clowns are bummed when it retracts for the night. It’s a 32g . If you press on my tank thread you can get the details. You can’t ask to many questions, that’s why I’m here.

So you have a lot more space than me for fish to hide, so that might be why you have such great success, along with the pair of clowns just being chill. I think I have to get a clown, because IMO, they are one of the most stunning fish in your tank. Maybe besides the royal gramma, but still. BTW, gorgeous tank!