can i have this?

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by billielewis3, Jan 18, 2012.

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  1. billielewis3

    billielewis3 Gigas Clam

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    -The Best 101 Saltwater Fishes by Scott W. Michael says 75 gallons
    so do multiple other websites and what not. and correct me if im wrong but minimum tank size is based off a fully grown, adverage sized adault. i would get him at 3-4 inches tops, once i can figure out what to do with this clam..?

    Anyone have any info on the Foxface Rabbit fish? i know i wouldnt be able to have a nother yellow tang, but YTs are a huge bullies, and i dont ever want one of those things again.
     
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  3. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    I wouldn't add a fish that grows to 9 " in any thing smaller then a 150. I see many times here how people say they will buy a small specimen and it will be O.K.. The problem with that is you will stunt the fishes growth causing a shorter lifespan (and other problems). Triggers grow crazy fast in a proper sized aquarium. Triggers are constanly on the move.
     
  4. billielewis3

    billielewis3 Gigas Clam

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    ive decided againt the trigger, for a couple reasons, the size they get too, there ever growning teeth, my expencive clam, and they like to "rearrange" the tank, and i dont want my rocks fallin over, hurting any of the tank mates, and/or scratching the acrylic.

    magnificent foxface on the other hand.... :D