With a little research and education, Czarina from The Saltwater Aquarium Guide proves anyone can be successful in the saltwater tank keeping hobby.
When starting a new saltwater aquarium, there are a few fish that will be perfect for getting your feet wet.
Beginning a saltwater aquarium can be a daunting task. There are a plethora of choices when it comes to setting up an aquarium. There are large aquariums, small aquariums, fish-only aquariums, reef aquarium, and the list goes on! When it finally comes time to choose the fish, education is the key. It is very important to begin your aquarium with an idea in mind, and not simply buy attractive fish at your local fish store.
There are many fish that will survive the initial tank setup. It is important to think long-term when it comes with new additions. Many of the inexpensive, brightly colored damsel fish will do absolutely wonderful in a new aquarium. Unfortunately, they will soon become extremely territorial, and will greatly limit your choices for future additions. The same can be said of the very hardy groupers. They tend to handle the beginnings of an aquarium cycle very well, but will eat smaller fish and inverts once the time comes. So, we need to look into fish that will be compatible enough for the future, but hardy enough for today.
The best choices tend to be clownfish, although beware of the maroons as they become very aggressive when they get larger. When selecting clownfish, be sure to shop around for aquacultured specimens. They are hardier than their wild-caught counterparts, and are generally less territorial. PJ cardinals have a nice charm to them. They may not be the most beautiful, but are very hardy and extremely compatible. Yellow Tangs make a pretty good choice. They tend to be hardy, as long as they are not too small, and can be very good tank mates. In the end, there are many choices that you will be successful with. Just be sure to know what you’re getting, both now, and in the future.
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