20 gallon long

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  1. PringlesLFE

    PringlesLFE Plankton

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    Update: Still need to post pics!
    my 20L is fully cycled and I have added a four stripe damsel and a small clown. Thought the damsel would pick on the clown but it's actually the exact opposite:ignore:

    Getting beautiful algae growth on the LR, bit of coraline I didn't see before popping up. Very happy!

    I don't think i'll be upgrading my light or adding corals for a few months. (Budget is very low for the moment)

    I'm looking for suggestions on what else to gradually stock my tank with. Input is appreciated!

    I'm hoping for:
    5 Turbo snails (Or any other snail)
    1 Cleaner shrimp
    2or3 hermit crabs
    1or2 larger crabs (emerald, maybe another type--recommendations?)
    1 Lawnmower blenny or something similar (recommendation?)
    1 more Ocellaris clown....anything else I could add besides damsels?

    I'm hoping the crabs, snails, and/or blenny will be able to contribute to my sand movement..will they? or would I be better with some kind of sand dwelling goby?

    I have almost 2 years of FW experience and am very new to SW tanks, Thanks for the help!
     
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  3. bama

    bama Humpback Whale

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    Hey, it looks like you are off to a good start.. If you want a good place to get some cheap snails, hermits, and the like check out reefcleaners.org
    Its where a good majority of us go for this kind of stuff, plus John (the owner) gives a 3reef discount!
    Cant wait to see the pics
     
  4. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    Welcome to 3reef!!

    I don't know if you're planning on having corals eventually, but if it's a FOWLR you're after, I like the Banggai Cardinal.

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    If you have a lid, or some means to prevent jumpers, firefish are always nice too.

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    If corals are in your future, it might be wise to start out with the necessary hardware, such as lights and a good skimmer. Good luck!! :)
     
  5. salsalito25

    salsalito25 Stylophora

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