135 gallon stocking list

I've new to the aquarium hobby, always wanted to do just haven't had the time until now. I just got a 135 gallon tank, and have done a little bit of research on what fishes I want to add and in what order. I'm sure ill have some mistakes, but that's why I figured I'd run it through here first before I make any brass decisions. I am planning on having a reef tank.

Stocking List:

X1 Black and White Ocellaris Clown
X1 Firefish
X1 Picasso Clown
X1 Coral Beauty Angelfish
X3 Bartletts Anthias
X1 Dracula Goby w/ snapping shrimp
X1 Sleeper Head Goby
X1 Melanurus Fairy Wrasse
X1 Labout's Fairy Wrasse
X1 Lieutenant Tang

Obviously I plan on adding this over months or years. The main things I am worried about is if the tank will be way overcrowded when all added and if anyone has had this many fish in a 135 gallon? Also if it is ok having 2 gobies, they seem to have a pretty big contrast in size. And also, if I'm adding the fish in the right order to where I won't be overwhelmed with a fish at first because I am a beginner. I tried to stay away from any moderate or expert level fish. Your feedback would be appreciated!

 

on average- 1 fish per per 10g, so you're within those general guidelines.
Others wil chime in about the the compatibility.

Welcome to 3 Reef!

 

So 13.5 Great White Sharks should be fine.LOL:
If you are adding Clowns to a system it is always best to add them last or something close.Your system is fairly large but Clowns usually do not take kindly to newcomers after all they are Damselfish (some of the meanest fish).
It is nice that you made a great list but I am always reminded that I am at the mercy of my LFS as far as what is available at any given time.I don't order fish online.
I must also warn you that Clowns will choose a host in the aquarium.In the absence of an anemone it will choose a coral.(or a PH or a Rock.LOL)
while Occ. and Perc. are not as rough as some other species they can still stress, damage, and kill corals.Adding an anemone to the system posses its own challenges.
I would definitely do something like a firefish or something a little hardier like a goby for starters.Most are very peacfull and acclimate faster without other aggresive fish present.

Lieutenant Tang??? Not only no but heck no.lol They are gorgeous but grow far to large/boisterous for your system.
Sleeper Gobies are sifters that will throw sand all over the tank not good reef dwellers IMO.
Angelfish can pick at coral Polyps and clam mantles so keep that in mind also.
All your other choices look great.If you feel the need for a Tang I would stick to one Bristletooth Tang.Heres a good link with basic info for each fish.Welcome to 3reef!!

Saltwater Fish: Marine Aquarium Fish for Saltwater Aquariums

Heres some other links for your viewing pleasure.lol Good luck.

http://www.3reef.com/forums/new-hob...general-rules-successful-aquarium-126326.html

http://www.3reef.com/forums/general-reef-topics/minimum-tank-sizes-selection-animals-137158.html

 

Thank you for the help, I will read up some more. I thought I read somewhere that clownfish are some of the more hardy fish and they are good to add at the beginning. Also heard that it is better to get gobies when the tank is established so there is more critters for them to eat in the sand. I was really wanting a tang but was looking to add at the end so my smaller fish could get established. I was also looking at a powder brown or kole tang. just looking for one a little less common than the blue hippo or yellow. Thanks for the advice.

 

Welcome to 3reef! You are starting with a great size tank. The larger the tank, the more room there is for error so it's good for a beginner to have that leeway. Follow advice on here in terms of stocking. You may want to keep a pair of the same type of clown and get them smaller so they can perhaps become a mated pair or buy a mated pair from the beginning. The types of clowns you've chosen definitely are on the calmer side as far as clowns go. Anthias, I don't know a lot about but have heard that feeding can sometimes be difficult. As far as tangs, I would recommend a blue hippo, kole, or yellow for that size tank. I'm sure others may disagree. People on many reef sites have very strong feelings regarding the keeping of tangs in too small of a tank. With wrasses, you'll want to be sure to have a cover on your tank because they are known jumpers. There is a reefer on here by the name of Evolved that is a wrasse lover and expert. He could let you know about your choices.

I would probably add the clowns earlier than last but that's me. As with any living thing, a lot will depend on their own individual personalities. They can be known to be a certain way, but you may find that your own individual fish doesn't behave the way that "most" are said to. Given your list, you have chosen a lot of nice, generally peaceful fish.

Just my input on your list Welcome to 3reef and enjoy the hobby! Get your wallet ready, because it's going to getting a work out!

 

HA! you must have posted while I was typing...ok...so not the blue or yellow - I love kole tangs. I know some people have had success with keeping powder blues. Daniel72 just rescued one from a LFS and is keeping successfully in a 125. They have beautiful coloration. There's also a yellow mimic tang - vivid color and different shape than the regular yellow tang.

 

Ya must have. funny how that happens. I'm a long ways away from the tangs so I will have to do some more research. Forsure either a kole or a powder brown I think. The main thing that appeals to me about the powder brown is that it is suppose to be the most passive tang. I know it won't happen but I'm definitely tryin to keep to fish that will have the least amount of issues. As for the clowns, definitely looking at getting a pair, was just a little worried hearing all the horror stories on here about the bigger female killing a smaller male even after they have paired.

 

I guess there's always that risk but I've kept a variety of clowns over the years and the ocellaris are really very peaceful. I think you have more issues of aggressive behavior in pairs with maroons, tomatos, cinnamons, or clarkiis. I have two black and white ocellaris right now and they are about the same size......they are constantly together in the tank and sleep together. I love watching them! they tend to stay together and have not been aggressive toward new adds.....(fingers crossed)

 

Ya must have. funny how that happens. I'm a long ways away from the tangs so I will have to do some more research. Forsure either a kole or a powder brown I think. The main thing that appeals to me about the powder brown is that it is suppose to be the most passive tang. I know it won't happen but I'm definitely tryin to keep to fish that will have the least amount of issues. As for the clowns, definitely looking at getting a pair, was just a little worried hearing all the horror stories on here about the bigger female killing a smaller male even after they have paired.

 

That's probably the way ill go then. Thanks for the advice!