So I need a little advice. :question: I was going to pick up a Flame Hawkfish on Friday but after reading about them, I don't know if it's a good idea. I want a non-aggressive tank. So far I have a watchman goby, ocellaris clownfish and pajama cardinal, I have a bunch of crabs, shrimp and snails too. Is it a good idea to get him? He's so cute and I like how he watches you and perches. If I did, can I still get a scooter blenny. I am wanting to get a scooter blenny and possibly a flame or coral beauty angel (either or). I was also thinking about a purple firefish goby. If anyone has any ideas for me, please share. Thank you so much :mrgreen:
Flame Hawkfish
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Samhain
Satin, Lace, and Sequins
With the size tank you have, stick to 4 fish. Anything more and you will be overstocked. So I would skip the hawkfish if you are wanting to add an angel or a firefish. Skip the scooter blenny, which is actually a dragonette. I know they are pretty, and really cute, but pass this one up unless it's taking frozen really well. Otherwise it will starve in a 36 gallon.
little_fish
Moderator
+1 Samhain
The flamehawk will also eat your shrimp and crabs.
The flamehawk will also eat your shrimp and crabs.
FishyReef
Broke Reefer!
If your LFS told you that, then they sadly misled you. General rule of thumb is 1 fish per 10g
Samhain
Satin, Lace, and Sequins
The general rule is 1 small fish per 10 gallons, especially for the first year. After the tank is mature, you could maybe, maaaaaybe add one more fish for a total of five, but I would still be cautious of 5 fish in a 36......
