What size saltwater tank should i get?????????????

Question

i am up for the task of a saltwater fish tank! I asked on e question already on how to get started but i was wondering how big of a tank to get.
The fish i would like are
1clown fish
2dwarf multicolor angelfish
3butterfly fish
4 emperor angel fish
what would be a good size tank for them?
Thanks

i have a healthy freshwater fish tank at the moment and am rearching all of those fish and they are compatible

i definitly want a emperor angel fish the most out of all

Answer 1

For just the Emperor Angels you would need at least 400g!
They get about 2 feet long and darn near as tall! They don't so well in groups BTW here's a profile
http://animal-world.com/encyclo/marine/angels/emperor.php

Depending on the type of clown..
smaller clowns like Percula would do fine in a smaller tank not some like the Tomato.. 20g or bigger
http://animal-world.com/encyclo/marine/clowns/truepercula.php

50+ to keep 2 Dwarf Angels.. they are territorial and would fight or even kill each other in less Recommend 1 to a tank
http://animal-world.com/encyclo/marine/angels/keyhole.php

Butterfly can also get big so I would say 100+
http://animal-world.com/encyclo/marine/butter/butter.php

Answer 2

I dont do saltwater fish but, Considering you havent had a saltwater before i would do LOTS OF RESEARCH, saltwater tanks are not easy, And if you have not had a freshwater then i think you should get a freshwater, Some of those fish might not even be compatable with each other, but for those fish i would probibly say a 90gal tank, You would have to research each fish on 2-3 sites and find there info out.

Good luck

~ GG

Answer 3

No keeping two angelfish in the tank - they most likely won't get along. The Emperor itself needs a 100 gallon, so that would be the one I'd say not to choose.

With just the clown, butterfly (if it's one of the smaller species that I mentioned in your last question), and dwarf angel, you can probably get by with a 55 (or 75 gallon). I'd also make sure to choose a butterfly and dwarf angel that are very different in color - the body shapes are similar, and these fish may not get along well.

Answer 4

I have been an aquarium hobbyist for over 20 years, and I can tell you this.

THE BIGGER THE BETTER!

I believe this doubly in a saltwater tank, for two reasons:

1) A larger tank is usually a more stable tank. It's a little harder to stabilize a saltwater tank, so go as big as you can afford.

2) Big tanks look cooler. I love seeing a huge tank, it's like looking into another world.

I wouldn't try your saltwater tank in anything smaller than a 55 gallon. If you are going smaller, plan on putting fewer fish in it. Saltwater fish are more delicate, and more expensive, then freshwater.

Good luck.

Answer 5

WIth all fish, the bigger the tank the better. It will be easier to run, fairer on the fish and look much more impressive. Go for the biggest tank you can afford or fit in. This gives you the option to have more fish or bigger fish at a later date :)

Answer 6

If this is your first time with a salt water aquarium, start small. Salt water fish are very expensive, very fragile and even the smallest goof up by you could kill them. The fish you listed would require a very large tank to accommodate their needs, best to start with a 25 gallon and some clown fish and one angel.

Answer 7

with an emperor angel, they grow quite large.. i have an emperor in a 300 gallon... i would say atleast a 100 gallon or even more would be better!

Answer 8

It really depends upon the fish size in a salt water aquarium. Generally you want to have not more than 1/2 to 1 inch of fish (length) per gallon of seawater in an aquarium to ensure enough of an oxygen supply and room enough to distribute waste products.

Answer 9

50 gal minimum for saltwater - for best results

Answer 10

I think you should belive Gary D. Bigger is better when it comes to aquariums.