What is your favorite show fish for a 65g?

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  1. EllisJuan

    EllisJuan Feather Duster

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    I have a 65g reef tank that is about 5 months old and so far is healthy and thriving. I currently have a pair of Ocellaris clowns, a pair of Firefish, and a Yellow Watchman. I am looking for a larger, colorful, less common fish to really set off the tank. Ideally I would like a swimmer that is out more than hiding. I know many of you are tired of these threads but I would love some suggestions.
     
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  3. aw1447

    aw1447 Montipora Capricornis

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    Check out powder blue tangs or a magnificent foxface. They're both reallyyy cool and active.
     
  4. clarkkey594

    clarkkey594 Aiptasia Anemone

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    A dwarf angel of sorts or a smaller tang might work.
     
  5. EllisJuan

    EllisJuan Feather Duster

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    I have had some bad experiences with tangs and don't think I want to go that route again. I had not thought about the magnificent foxface, but really like the looks of the fish. Are they bad about nipping at coral?
     
  6. EllisJuan

    EllisJuan Feather Duster

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    I like dwarf angels. Do you have any recommendations on a rarer one? It seams like everyone has coral beauties or Flames.
     
  7. aw1447

    aw1447 Montipora Capricornis

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    My brother has a magnificent fox, and has never had a problems with it nipping.. Its actually my favorite fish in his tank. Foxface's are so cool. The little guy has a ton of personality, really friendly, and really active. Its not really a "typical" fish you see in a lot of other tanks either..
     
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  9. aw1447

    aw1447 Montipora Capricornis

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    Dwarf angels are actually known to be nippers if you're looking to avoid that. Granted there are some that don't.. Its a 50/50. Ya never know.
     
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    What are the tank dimensions?
     
  11. EllisJuan

    EllisJuan Feather Duster

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    My tank is a standard 65g...36" X 18" X 24"


    Thanks for all the suggestions so far, keep them coming.
     
  12. bvb-etf-luva

    bvb-etf-luva Banned

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    both those fish get way too large for a 65 gallon tank