Lionfish55
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
I have a 3 inch lionfish in a 20gallon tank. I know they grow quick so must act soon. Any ideas on proper housing for my buddy!
I've heard of 55 and no less. Preferably 75 and up .
Phranque said:If it's a true volitan, you're going to need more than that..... those easily get 12" to 15" and need lots of room. A 6' tank in the 125 to 150 gallon range would be an absolute minimum.
You figure if it does hit 15", a 72" tank is still less than 5 times his body length, and their "wingspan" can reach as wide as their length. A 125/150 is roughly 18" front to back, so when it's spread out, it has just enough room to swim a few feet, turn around & swim a few feet back down the center of the tank.
IMO, this is one of those fish that should come with a disclaimer.... "This thing gets freakin' huge"
EDIT: http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+36+279&pcatid=279
crister13 said:+++++++1111111111. Absolute min is 125.
I gotcha phranque thanks. The clowns are so amazing looking but ill pass on the clown, what about the niger trigger?
Whats a perfect diet for my lionfish, eating rosey reds now?