New tank info - Still like opinions and thoughts

[Mazdaman]

So I've been posting a liitle bit this week because I cinvinced my wife to get a bigger tank. I've got some great feedback on canister filters (thanks to all who shared) and looking for a some simple opinions. Here is the question:

Is it just the gallons or the tank dimensions that the fish would like better? (hope that made sense???) The two I'm considering are:

1. a 65 gal that measures 36" wide x 18" deep x 24" tall
or
2. a 55 gal that measuers 48" wide x 12" deep x 24" tall

The main fish I am wondering for is my red-tailed shark, think he'll like the extra 12" in length or the extra depth. Thanks again

 

[penpitt]

It depends on the fish. Tetras, barbs and danios would like the 48 in for the extra swimming. For aquascaping the 36 is better because everything isnt so packed into a 12inch width.The rest is personal preference. I would take the shorter but deeper tank because it gives more room for planting a nice looking aquascape

 

[Menagerie]

I would go for a shallow tank with a larger footprint. (Actually, I have one!) Go for the 65 gal. 12" to turn around in is going to be pretty tight when the shark gets bigger.

 

[Mazdaman]

thanks guys, I am leaning towards the 65gal cause of those same reasons mentioned. Plus the 36" is easier to place in the room.