Royal Gramma as first fish?

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  1. SaltyClown

    SaltyClown Sea Dragon

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    Would a royal gramma make a good first fish for the aquarium? Or would it be too territorial? It's a 75 gal.
     
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  2. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    Just depends.....Royals can be MEAN. But I have had some that are not. Kin of a toss-up.
     
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  3. Nuebie

    Nuebie Peppermint Shrimp

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    The first two fish I added were a clown and a Royal Gramma in my 75. He has a cave, and i mean its HIS cave but other than that hes cool. Doesnt bother any of the new adds
     
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  4. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    For a 75 I think you are safe, but it could decide to chase some of your new adds for a little while.
     
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  5. Fly5150

    Fly5150 Astrea Snail

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    I've had bad luck with royal grammas. I've bought 2 and neither survived more then a few days.
     
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  6. tom.n.day

    tom.n.day Eyelash Blennie

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    My experience has been great. Hardy and beautiful and peaceful but can defend itself
     
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  7. Mrhighline

    Mrhighline Fire Shrimp

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    I have one in a 34g and (s)he's a model citizen ... My female clown even bully's it.
     
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  8. DBOSHIBBY

    DBOSHIBBY Sleeper Shark

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    I have one in my 100g. Great fish. As others have said mine also has his own cave/rock he lives in. Ive never seen him get into any scraps with any fish tho.
     
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