Stocking Question

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  1. Llubel89

    Llubel89 Astrea Snail

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    Hello everyone, I have a 30g tank with a 10g sump/refugium. The tank has been set up since September 2011. Since I set it up I have added a neon goby, Yellow Watchman Goby, Tanakas Pygmy Wrasse, and a true perc. I've been adding corals recently and love the look of the tank but wouldn't mind one more fish with a lot of personality. My levels are all well maintained and I do a weekly 5g water changes. I have 30lbs of liverock in the tank. I was hoping to pickup a firefish dartfish.. Am I overstocking? What other fish might I be able to keep if any? Must be reefsafe and peaceful. Suggestions please...
     
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  3. Thatgrimguy

    Thatgrimguy Flying Squid

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    I think a firefish would be fine. You are pushing the limit now, but I doubt if that small of a fish will hurt.
     
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  4. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    +1. I really like dart fish (aka fire fish).
     
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  5. Llubel89

    Llubel89 Astrea Snail

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    thanks guys, any other small fish you can think of?
     
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    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    Make sure you have a tight fitting lid. Dart fish do Dart.;)
     
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  9. Llubel89

    Llubel89 Astrea Snail

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    So it's safe to say I am not overstocking? That's my main concern.

    Thank you all for the replies so far!! That Chalk Bass seems sweet! I'm just worried he might be a little too aggressive for his other mellow tank mates.
     
  10. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    I would say you are definitely pushing the envelope. You should be O.K. with a small firefish though.;)
     
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    Assessor. Pricey but interesting.