If you just want to try a reef... some coral, inverts and a small fish or two go small!! If you can find a used all in one, that would be a great way to start. Bigger tanks are easier in some ways, harder in other ways - but the stakes and costs are much higher.
If you are looking to keep tangs and bigger fish - this gets you into giant tank territory pretty fast!
If you are looking to keep tangs and bigger fish - this gets you into giant tank territory pretty fast!
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Dr. Jeffles
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Welcome! I'd start with a 40g to 90g range for stability and managability.
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Idech
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It’s a very expensive hobby, and many people quit after 1-2 years.
I would start with something around 40-50 gallons, knowing that if you like it, you’ll want to go bigger in a few years. But if you don’t like it, at least you won’t have spent as much as with a bigger tank. Unless your budget is unlimited, then sky is the limit, lol !
I would start with something around 40-50 gallons, knowing that if you like it, you’ll want to go bigger in a few years. But if you don’t like it, at least you won’t have spent as much as with a bigger tank. Unless your budget is unlimited, then sky is the limit, lol !
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OctaviusBrine
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Agreed research what you’re going to want fish/coral and go from there.One way to measure the size of the tank needed is to decide which fish you want to keep. Some fish need very large tanks.
Welcome to Reef2Reef!
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