180 sps Dom stock list

[tcarter1936]

I'm looking to stock my 180 with fish after dealing with loosing most during an ich out break. I only have one small mandarin in my 180 and want people ideas
My mandarin stays
Will be mostly acros and some euphylia
Want some aiptasia control
Want flat worm and nudibranchs control
Want color and compatability
Help me with a list please

 

[CodyRVA]

I'd definitely add a wrasse for the bugs, tangs are always good for algae control; and with a 180 you'll be able to choose a wide range of species.

 

[tcarter1936]

I'd definitely add a wrasse for the bugs, tangs are always good for algae control; and with a 180 you'll be able to choose a wide range of species.

Thanks, a wrasse for sure,was thinking six line but worried about aggressiveness
I've always had tangs and may go with a tomini but not sure, would love an Achilles but tanks too small for one maybe in the 240 when it's done.
As far as aiptasia control I'm still looking and bergia nudis is out with a wrasse in the tank

 

[CodyRVA]

Thanks, a wrasse for sure,was thinking six line but worried about aggressiveness
I've always had tangs and may go with a tomini but not sure, would love an Achilles but tanks too small for one maybe in the 240 when it's done.
As far as aiptasia control I'm still looking and bergia nudis is out with a wrasse in the tank

You can always go with a different wrasse. I have a leopard, love him! Luckily there's a wide range of sizes on tangs, shouldn't have a problem finding one.

 

[eatbreakfast]

Any f the wrasses that will help with coral pests will also go after pods and any nudis for aiptasia control.

Springeri damsels are a peaceful damsel that eat aefw, but won't bother a berghia or peppermint shrimp.

 

[Ds04384]

Could get a pair of dragon face pipe fish for bug control as well, they're a unique addition

 

[tcarter1936]

Could get a pair of dragon face pipe fish for bug control as well, they're a unique addition

I'll look into them thanks

 

[mort]

Six lines have been noted as very aggressive towards mandarins.
You could go for the pink streaked wrasse which are very similar but docile. They can even be kept in duos. I'd also consider a halichoeres with most making good choices.

 

[tcarter1936]

Six lines have been noted as very aggressive towards mandarins.
You could go for the pink streaked wrasse which are very similar but docile. They can even be kept in duos. I'd also consider a halichoeres with most making good choices.

Thanks for the input so far I'm thinking
Mandarin (currently have)
Halichores( or pink streak
Springeri damsel
Foxface rabbit
Flame hawk definitely
Blue throat trigger

Any more suggestions would be welcome remember I primarily like pest eaters but I really like some color in the tank

 

[mort]

I'd probably up the numbers of some a little. Flame hawks can do well as pairs and halichoeres are generally peaceful enough where you can add more than one species. H iridis, H cosmetus, H biocellatus and H leucoxanthus are a few of my favourites.

You could also look at flashers wrasse although they do less pest control and if your going for a foxface I would add a detritus eating tang to compliment such as a kole or tomini.

 

[tcarter1936]

I'd probably up the numbers of some a little. Flame hawks can do well as pairs and halichoeres are generally peaceful enough where you can add more than one species. H iridis, H cosmetus, H biocellatus and H leucoxanthus are a few of my favourites.

You could also look at flashers wrasse although they do less pest control and if your going for a foxface I would add a detritus eating tang to compliment such as a kole or tomini.

Thanks I'll have to write this down I'm always hesitant with wrasse as I'm less familiar with the species but definitely helped me with some more ideas