Order of adding creatures in new tank

[DirtDiggler2823]

Ok, after a new tank cycles, what order should the creatures be added? I know that corals, and nems, and certain fish come well after a tank is established, but what about the other things? When to pods get introduced? What cucs get added, and when?

 

[Pntbll687]

I would add small fish, and a small cuc first. Pods only if you have a fish that needs them. Then coral, then more fish and more cuc.

Don't make the mistake of adding a large cuc when there's not enough for them to clean up. They'll just die and more of a problem

 

[DeniseAndy]

You can add pods anytime after the cycle. They will multiply and almost all fish eat them from time to time. They also add to your clean up crew. Never an issue adding pods to a tank. Just cost.

Clean up crew as needed. Meaning, do not get a turbo snail on a new tank. Those guys eat a ton and will die quickly. Same with many clean up crew. So, get small amount and gradually increase as needed. JMO

Fish can be anytime. Just make sure the fish order is correct. You want most peaceful fish first. Helps with aggression issues causing deaths.

Corals can be added, make sure you have the proper needs fulfilled and it is fine. Flow, Light, Food. Stability is needed in most corals too. Yes anemones late.