Fish to complete FOWLR 90g

[hclaveria]

Hello Everyone...

I've been in this hobby for over 20 years with many breaks in-between.

My last tank was a 120g FOWLR but unfortunately had to break it down and sell as I moved into an apartment that was too small.

Fortunately, I now live in a house big enough for a 90g that I started about 4 months ago.

I currently have a Tomato Clown (~2"), Porcupine Puffer (~2"), Picasso Trigger (~2"), Niger Trigger (~3")and a Chain Link Moray (5").

I want to plan ahead as to what fish I want to complete my tank. Thoughts:

- Clown Trigger
- Yellow Tang
- Lion Fish (would consider a dwarf)
- Lunar Wrasse (though it was recommended to me that this might be too aggressive)
- Dwarf Angel (Flame?)

I like the Lion Fish a lot but I think its the most troublesome to find compatible fish to share the tank with.

I want to add variety and color to the tank, considering the limited size.

I also plan on adding a Protein Skimmer to help with the high bio-load. Any insight on a recommendation would also be appreciated.

Thanks for reading.

Hector

 

[thirty6]

I like the long nose hawk for fish only maybe melanarus or mystery wrasse. Ever consider a goatfish to help clean up after the messy eaters?
I've seen all yellow ones at lfs in the past

 

[kres1024]

With what you have I would not consider the clown trigger ,will get big plus one of the more aggresive triggs out there

 

[hclaveria]

I like the long nose hawk for fish only maybe melanarus or mystery wrasse. Ever consider a goatfish to help clean up after the messy eaters?
I've seen all yellow ones at lfs in the past

I like your idea! Never considered a Goat Fish...I am going to have to keep my eye out for one. Thanks!

 

[brunoboarder2444]

Agreed, tank too small for a clown trigger plus he won't like sharing with the other triggers.....lionfish may not be great pick either....the triggers and puffers will nip his fins.....maybe go with a small species tang or some wrasses, anthias, etc.....what substrate do you have....maybe gobies

Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe just about any goat fish will need a larger tank

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[hclaveria]

I'm not an expert as I hadnt even considered the fish but from what I have learned, most large Goatfish being sold are about 5", which is still very large. Wild ones can exceed 20"

I just don't know if large Goat-fish's size is in a natural habitat or in a tank.

Speaking of size, what would be the recommended load of fish for this tank, with a protein skimmer? I know its a common asked question but i haven't seen a clear answer.

Thanks.

 

[brunoboarder2444]

well it actually all depends on the type of skimmer, how much rock you have, sand bed depth, and other filtration to determine how much load your tank can handle

 

[hclaveria]

Regarding the Gobies, i thought they would get eaten by the Triggers...aren't they too small and docile?

I have a mixture of crushed coral and sand. The Moray digs in just fine but i don't know if that makes it okay for other fish.

 

[brunoboarder2444]

as for a tang id say maybe ditch the yellow because they can be agressive bullys in a small tank like that but its doable and go with a bristletooth tang....they're smaller and less agressive

 

[brunoboarder2444]

um depends on the goby, diamond gobies, and gold head sleepers can be pretty large, im not the biggest expert but if its more sand then crushed coral then id say maybe for a goby or wrasse

another option for a smaller less agressive tang is also maybe a kole tang as well....most bristletooths are fine, a couple of them get a little larger and are agressive but most are under 7", some under 6" and are considered peaceful

 

[hclaveria]

well it actually all depends on the type of skimmer, how much rock you have, sand bed depth, and other filtration to determine how much load your tank can handle

Well, i would like guidance on a skimmer...its been some time since i used one.

I have about 60lbs of Rock in tank, I have a wet/dry filtration underneath with Bio Balls, and about 2" of sand bed.

 

[brunoboarder2444]

a little low on the rock part but you have bioballs so that should make up for it i would think, can never hurt to have more rock but not necessary.....as for a skimmer it all depends on where it can fit and what the budget is, do you want a HOB or an insump (if theres space in your wet/dry...regardless reef octopus, vertex, pm, and a few other brands make pretty good skimmers

another choice on fish(if you dont have inverts) is a harlequin tusk

 

[hclaveria]

Skimmer Question...

Thanks for all the information.

Regarding the Skimmer, what is optimal, to skim the water directly from tank (HOB) or from the sump?

Also, am i looking for a skimmer rated for my size tank (90g) or does it need to be larger considering the fish load?

 

[brunoboarder2444]

I would always recommend going for higher, try for closer to 120-150g, I have a 220g for my soon to be set up 150....i don't know the pros and cons between in sump and hang on skimmers but I like in sump better

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[winsbxnyc]

U defintly need a clown triger

 

[thirty6]

there is a member here from bronx selling a really nice skimmer. might be ocholoco? and it was a great price

i didnt realize goat fish needed bigger tank, but really some of the other fish would too

reef fixation has really awesome looking purple gobies that were of good size and doubtful theyd get bullied around but you can always reach out and ask him. they were awesome looking

 

[bud]

I had a clown trigger in a 10 gallon tank at 2 inch...eventually i brought a 55 gallon tank for him. He is around 13 inch (120 gallon) now in my parents house. They are extremly easy to take care of, always want food and very friendly, disease resistant. Go out and buy one for your 90.

 

[hclaveria]

I completely agree about the Clown Trigger...Ive had them before and they are my favorite.

I will look for the used skimmer...i have been looking but I dont think i noticed it.

I will ask Sonny about the gobies....we were actually talking about fish already.

Thank guys, I really appreciate the input.

 

[kres1024]

Clown trigger will get to big for a 90 and very aggressive when they mature...

 

[jaa1456]

The puffer will outgrow that tank as well