Best size tank for beginar
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If you take into account the bigger the tank the more water and therefore the easier it is to maintain stable water parameters, then it depends on your location etc.
A very small tank is extremely difficult to keep stable, but you don’t want to go to big as your learning so somewhere in between I guess. I would say 250 or thereabouts (66 USG) would be a decent size, but it depends on your situation.
The following is a very good article which will answer many of your questions and anything else just ask
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/
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A very small tank is extremely difficult to keep stable, but you don’t want to go to big as your learning so somewhere in between I guess. I would say 250 or thereabouts (66 USG) would be a decent size, but it depends on your situation.
The following is a very good article which will answer many of your questions and anything else just ask
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/
And welcome to R2R as well!
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there is definitely a balance.
the bigger the tank, the more stable.
the smaller the tank, the cheaper the initial investment.
Also have to take physical location into account.
Personally, i think a 40 breeder, or 75/90 is a very good starting size. my personal favorite is the 40 Breeder.
I'm also a big fan of sumps, not much more investment, but large return IMO.
the bigger the tank, the more stable.
the smaller the tank, the cheaper the initial investment.
Also have to take physical location into account.
Personally, i think a 40 breeder, or 75/90 is a very good starting size. my personal favorite is the 40 Breeder.
I'm also a big fan of sumps, not much more investment, but large return IMO.
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I started out with a 75gallon tank and still running it now and I have been in the hobby coming up on two years. Granted, my take is not a Waterbox or a Red Sea brand tank, just one Pet Co had on sale.
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Agree with the 40 breeder suggestion
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Really depends on quite a few variables. I have had huge tanks to nano cubes. What I think is a great beginner tank is the JBJ AIO 28 gallon. It is a great place to start learning about corals, maintenance, and small fish. One great thing is you won't be able to flood it because the filtration is right in the back.
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Tank size depends a lot on space and money you plan to invest into the setup.
Advantages of a extra long tank is easy of cleaning a tank. Tanks that are deep more than 24 inches can be a pain to clean.
Bigger tanks can have have a sump which allow you to hide all the tanks equipment, increased filtration possibilities, and a breeding ground for copepods. Most equipment easily scales with the bigger the tank such as lights and protein skimmers.
So 70+ gallon, used tanks are great options for saving tons of money
Check out this video Hope it help you make your choice in aquarium
Advantages of a extra long tank is easy of cleaning a tank. Tanks that are deep more than 24 inches can be a pain to clean.
Bigger tanks can have have a sump which allow you to hide all the tanks equipment, increased filtration possibilities, and a breeding ground for copepods. Most equipment easily scales with the bigger the tank such as lights and protein skimmers.
So 70+ gallon, used tanks are great options for saving tons of money
Check out this video Hope it help you make your choice in aquarium
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