15g Tank want to add something else

JayH · 09/27/2017, 06:29 PM

Hello all I’m fairly new to this all, I have a 15g tank set up with quite a bit of live rock, and two clowns it’s also a bare bottom tank .. wanting to add more maybe even live plants but don’t know what’s easy starters/will go with the clowns. Thanks !

Vincero · 09/27/2017, 06:53 PM

I have a 15 gallon tank too.

You shouldn't add too many more fish. With good filtration you could probably get away with one more that is of a similar size to your clowns, but most people will suggest stopping at two or -- if you must -- adding something small like a clown goby.

With good lighting and stable water parameters, you have lots of options for keeping a variety of corals in a 15 gallon. It all depends on the type of 'look' you're going for and the extent to which you're willing to do maintenance!!

I like what people refer to as a "bonsai" look. Basically, quite a lot of coral in a small place. This brings with it certain challenges, like minimising chemical warfare, stopping them from stinging each other, and keeping on top of each coral's unique needs.

My tank is only about five months old. I have a mixture of soft corals, LPS, and SPS. They're all doing very well, but boy do I put the work in!!

Vincero · 09/27/2017, 06:55 PM

I have a 15 gallon tank too.

You shouldn't add too many more fish. With good filtration you could probably get away with one more that is of a similar size to your clowns, but most people will suggest stopping at two or -- if you must -- adding something small like a clown goby.

With good lighting and stable water parameters, you have lots of options for keeping a variety of corals in a 15 gallon. It all depends on the type of 'look' you're going for and the extent to which you're willing to do maintenance!!

I like what people refer to as a "bonsai" look. Basically, quite a lot of coral in a small place. This brings with it certain challenges, like minimising chemical warfare, stopping them from stinging each other, and keeping on top of each coral's unique needs.

My tank is only about five months old. I have a mixture of soft corals, LPS, and SPS. They're all doing very well, but boy do I put the work in!!

Vincero · 09/27/2017, 06:55 PM

Sorry for the double post!!

Jon0807 · 09/27/2017, 08:59 PM

I think you might want to stick with just the two clowns for now, fishwise that is. You can always add a shrimp. As for corals, zoas are a good starter coral.

09/27/2017, 06:29 PM	#1
JayH Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 1	15g Tank want to add something else Hello all I’m fairly new to this all, I have a 15g tank set up with quite a bit of live rock, and two clowns it’s also a bare bottom tank .. wanting to add more maybe even live plants but don’t know what’s easy starters/will go with the clowns. Thanks !

09/27/2017, 08:59 PM	#5
Jon0807 Registered Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 293	I think you might want to stick with just the two clowns for now, fishwise that is. You can always add a shrimp. As for corals, zoas are a good starter coral. __________________ 40g breeder DT, 40g breeder sump

09/27/2017, 06:53 PM	#2
Vincero Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 120	I have a 15 gallon tank too. You shouldn't add too many more fish. With good filtration you could probably get away with one more that is of a similar size to your clowns, but most people will suggest stopping at two or -- if you must -- adding something small like a clown goby. With good lighting and stable water parameters, you have lots of options for keeping a variety of corals in a 15 gallon. It all depends on the type of 'look' you're going for and the extent to which you're willing to do maintenance!! I like what people refer to as a "bonsai" look. Basically, quite a lot of coral in a small place. This brings with it certain challenges, like minimising chemical warfare, stopping them from stinging each other, and keeping on top of each coral's unique needs. My tank is only about five months old. I have a mixture of soft corals, LPS, and SPS. They're all doing very well, but boy do I put the work in!!

09/27/2017, 06:55 PM	#3
Vincero Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 120	I have a 15 gallon tank too. You shouldn't add too many more fish. With good filtration you could probably get away with one more that is of a similar size to your clowns, but most people will suggest stopping at two or -- if you must -- adding something small like a clown goby. With good lighting and stable water parameters, you have lots of options for keeping a variety of corals in a 15 gallon. It all depends on the type of 'look' you're going for and the extent to which you're willing to do maintenance!! I like what people refer to as a "bonsai" look. Basically, quite a lot of coral in a small place. This brings with it certain challenges, like minimising chemical warfare, stopping them from stinging each other, and keeping on top of each coral's unique needs. My tank is only about five months old. I have a mixture of soft corals, LPS, and SPS. They're all doing very well, but boy do I put the work in!!