28 Nano Stocking Advice

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by Marshall O, Oct 16, 2012.

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  1. Eclipse

    Eclipse Astrea Snail

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    Sounds good to me.
     
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  3. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Thanks for all of the input everyone. It seems the Gold/Yellow Assessor is the way to go. Being these can be very reclusive, I think this should be my next addition. Here is the plan in order of when they would be added:

    BSJ
    Assessor
    Wrasse (Possum or Pink Streaked)
    Helfrinchi FF

    Does the order look right in order if aggressiveness?
     
  4. 1.0reef

    1.0reef Giant Squid

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    They are all very peaceful, the list seems fine
     
  5. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Thanks!
     
  6. NanaReefer

    NanaReefer Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    Although small enough in size for a nano. They have a big personality like most Basslets. Semi-aggressive and territorial. It wouldn't have a whole lot of room to actually call his own.
    I run a 26g and do love the Basslets. But just won't risk it you know?
     
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  7. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Good call. Vinny confirmed what you are saying. Everything I read said the Swalesi/Reynold's are shy, great additions to nano's. I appreciate the help though, as you guys saved me from a bad purchase!

    It looks like the Yellow Assessor should fit the bill though :)
     
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  9. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Well, to my surprise, my LFS did have a Possum Wrasse:

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    Currently in the 10 gal QT, where he will be for a total of 6 weeks. He is a surprisingly not shy fish! Everything I read said they would be very shy and secretive, however he is always swimming out in the open, only going in the PVC to sleep. Even comes up to the glass when you approach :)
     
  10. elwolfe

    elwolfe Coral Banded Shrimp

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    LA has the Helfrichi fire fish on sale right now... $70.
     
  11. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Thanks, I did see that ;) The YBPW needs to finish his 6 weeks in the QT before I buy the next one though. Hopefully they are still on sale. My LFS also has a couple (for $100 IIRC), so if they still have one I could probably talk them down to $80-90.