Royal Gramma

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  1. copenhagen1221

    copenhagen1221 Astrea Snail

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    I was wondering if a Royal Gramma would be too much for a 3gal tank to handle. I see that it's only 3 inches, but i also know that some fish produce more waste than the whole 1 inch/gal rule takes into account. However, I do do a 1/3 water change every other day, so maybe waste wouldn't be an issue. I have a feeling this is a dumb question and i'm going to get beat down for even thinking a 3 gal tank would be okay, but it never hurts to ask, right?
     
    copenhagen1221, Mar 27, 2009
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  2. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    no that would be a good fish for a 3 gallon. one fish only right?
     
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  3. copenhagen1221

    copenhagen1221 Astrea Snail

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    One royal gramma and one fire shrimp.
     
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  4. LCP136

    LCP136 Sailfin Tang

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    IMO, a royal gramma is a push for a 3 gallon tank. I personally wouldn't do more than a clown goby in there. Its just such a small amount of water that so little can do so much to it.
     
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  5. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    what kind of filtration are you using?
     
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  6. copenhagen1221

    copenhagen1221 Astrea Snail

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    Right now i'm just using a Rio 50+ and the 4 lbs of live rock. However, i might get the Azoo Palm Filter. I'll probably use it for de-nitrification and carbon stones. Or are there better options?
     
    copenhagen1221, Mar 27, 2009
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