Stocking List-Reefer 250

[tonysnow1990]

Hi all,

I am looking to set up my reefer 250 soon that I bought in the spring. (Moving to a new house in January that’s why I’ve been waiting).

i was hoping to get some ideas on what I should stock it with.

not sure if I’m going bare bottom or not. (Seen pros and cons to both).

I know I either want a flame hawk fish pair or clownfish pair. (Not sure if I can have both?) and if I go sand I would want a melanarus.

not sure what else I would Want go with? Any input would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

 

[Mrod]

I’m following as love RSR250 build advice.

what types of corals are you planning? I’ve heard some say hawk fish is ok but usually listed as not reef safe. I wanted one but stayed away just for that reason.

One suggestion could be a royal gramma?
Midas blenny? Both good with or without sand and also add some color and good for that size tank for sure.

 

[tonysnow1990]

I want to get a variety of corals minus sps. Easy to keep and some moderate to keep.

I have read that hawkfish (flame, I believe) are reef safe and just perch on corals, not eat them. I don’t think I want to keep any shrimp
Or hermits so that wouldn’t be a concern for them...if I did want to, I would revert back to the clownfish pair. I am considering a yellow watchman goby if I get sand.

I do like royal grammas and had one in the past. I love the way they swim and nice colors. Had bad luck with a blenny before so I won’t get one of those.

so I’m either thinking right now so far

w/sand

clownfish pair or flame hawkfish pair
Yellow watchman goby
Royal gramma

w/out

either pair
Royal gramma