where can i get some real cool things for my saltwater reef tank? im looking for fish that people never see.?

Question

i would like to get salt water fish for a reef tank. but its got to be some kind of fish ppl never get to see.

Answer 1

Check out www.speedylivefish.com

Answer 2

Go to your local fish store (a locally owned one, not a retail chain like Petco) and ask their advice. Take notes - mental or written - and do research online. Your budget, tank, and tank supplies also make a big difference. www.liveaquaria.com provides good information on individual fish. Remember though, if you want rare hard to find fish... They're rare for a reason. Most saltwater fish aren't as forgiving as your friendly Goldfish. Go ahead and buy the $2000 SW fish as long as you know you can take care of it. Research, research, and research. Some fish are highly sensitive to chemicals such as copper, which can be found in your tap water and sometimes the best tap water conditioners aren't good enough for it. I'm currently happy with a Green Spotted Puffer and some Clownfish. The puffer is interesting enough, clownfish undemanding and pretty enough. Just remember that overstocking is a major problem in SW tanks without proper filtration. You'll be algae's best friend in no time!

Also be sure your tank is fully cycled. If none of what we are saying makes sense... Buy a freshwater tank and learn from that or stay clear of fish. They live in little boxes where stuff can easily go in, and can't come it. They depend on you for their welfare and you depend on yourself to keep from spending tons of money on fish you might end up killing. I spent 100s of dollars before I finally learned the hard way.

Steer clear of rays, lionfish, sharks, Octopi, and other delicate/harmful fish. Octopi have a lifespan of approx 1 year (no matter how big/small) and some are lethally poisonous. The same applies to lionfish, barbed fish of any kind, some corals... Make time to research what you buy before sticking your hand into that Blue Ringed Octopus' lair and end up, with best luck, in the hospital.

Answer 3

This depends on the size of your tank. There are many different fish to choose from, however remember feeding requirements, lighting, temperature. If you do have Coral, remember some fish like puffers "Eat" the coral. Ok they chew it to file their teeth. Also, make sure they are compatable.

Seahorses should be left outof the picture totally. They are not only endangered in many places, they will not live long in your tank.


I love, but have not seen Blue ribbon eels. That is if you can support one.

Hawaiian Trigger (not a black one) is a beautiful fish, but very difficult to locate to buy. The clown trigger, although coming in different colors is a unique item as well. Remember they are aggressive, get along with eels, but will rearrange your tank on a frequent basis.

The marine betta grouper is a cool addition...again, if you can find one.

A tassle file fish is very unique. Have only seen one once for sale. Unfortunately, they like to eat just about everything (invertebrates). They are very easy going.

I have a dogface puffer in my tank. He has been ok with the live rock so far. I made the mistake of adding a female to the tank.

Camel Cow fish are unique,however they are calm can should not be kept with agressive fish or agressive feeders. They are poison or should I say toxic if they are prevoked.

The orange Angler is a unique species. I have been looking for one for a while and cannot find one. My research shows them as passive community fish.

Sponges are cool and unique items to add. I have a carpet anemone. Just be careful with these guys.

A gigas Clam is also cool, however the requirements for them may not suit your tank. they also have specific feeding and lighting needs.

dumpling Squid are unique but also, need different lighting requirements.

A few more are octopus, thornfish, southern conger

Answer 4

Cool or Never See?
Try some deep water fishes but they won't survive. Just an idea what about a saltwater alligator, i know its not a fish but worth a try.

Answer 5

there is a wicked cool place in mass its small but it has a huge selection of salt waterfish when i went there i couldnt belive how many fish they had and they live longer i bought some 2 years ago and there still alive good luck!

Answer 6

Not enough info, really. Tank size is crucial w/saltwater fish, as many of them get really large.

Answer 7

There is a guy in the states has a FABULOUS website with captive bred corals and other things. I'm telling you it is better then what's coming out of Fiji!

www.garf.org

I've ordered stuff from here, WOW! check it out!

No, I don't work for them or anything, I'm just in love with this site.