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Reef Discussion => Fish => Topic started by: NanoDad on February 14, 2018, 16:07:41

Title: Can I add a Blenny or Goby?
Post by: NanoDad on February 14, 2018, 16:07:41

I am at the 3 month mark for my Fluval SEA Evo 13.5 gallon.  I have 2 very small clownfish, 1 coral banded shrimp, and a CUC consisting of hermits and snails.

I really want to get a blenny or goby to bring some character into the tank.  What would be the pros and cons of me doing this? 

Title: Re: Can I add a Blenny or Goby?
Post by: Reef Tank 2.0 on February 14, 2018, 16:32:32

IMO, I'd say a goby would be the best bet.  More of a selection in a tank that size
I certainly don't see an issue with having one or the other though
Most blennies require a larger tank to move around in.

Title: Re: Can I add a Blenny or Goby?
Post by: mtamorrow on February 14, 2018, 19:17:27

I would say goby as well. It’s a rather small tank and 2 clowns will basically claim that whole space as their territory. The goby will spend most of its time on the sand, out of the clowns space. A blenny would use the whole tank.
May invade the clowns territory, and then again, they may not care!


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Title: Re: Can I add a Blenny or Goby?
Post by: NanoDad on February 16, 2018, 08:27:16

Will there be any issues with my coral banded shrimp and the goby?  Is it wise to pair a watchman goby with a pistol shrimp, or am I getting into too many potential conflicts with the coral banded being in there?

Title: Re: Can I add a Blenny or Goby?
Post by: Kenn on February 16, 2018, 10:40:19

A Watchman goby with a pistol shrimp is always a joy to have :) . However with the size of tank that you have you may be pushing the limits for a healthy tank population.