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50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2015 11:29 pm
by erikgriz
I am currently doing a fish less cycle on a 50 gallon tank. I have plenty of time before I get my GSP's, but how many can I put in this tank? I am planning on lots of rocks making caves, and lots of fake plants. Any help is appreciated!
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2015 11:57 pm
by Pufferpunk
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I had 2 in my 55 & it was too small for them.
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Thu Apr 23, 2015 1:27 pm
by erikgriz
Too small how? We're the water parameters difficult? Did the become excessively territorial? Thanks for the help!
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2015 12:29 pm
by Welch4
If you plan on going fully saltwater (which I recommend) I'd keep it to a singleton. You'll need to the added space for live rock. I have mine in a 40 long ( same footprint as a 55 just shorter) full salt and I think he'll only be happy in there another year or so.
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2015 3:13 pm
by sgtmyers88
75 to 90 gallon for two or more. I am pushing it in my 55 as pp stated.
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2015 7:50 pm
by bertie 83
They get quite large and need swimming room as they are quite active. I agree 75g minimum but bigger is better for a pair
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2015 3:27 pm
by erikgriz
Got it. Thanks all!
Re: 50 gallon GSP stocking
Posted: Sat Apr 25, 2015 10:31 pm
by erikgriz
Got it. The more I read, the more I am thinking about f8's. I would like it a little more full than a loner. From what I read, I could start with 4 juvies. I may go this route. Thanks so much for all the advice. I am glad this fishless cycling takes a while, I'm avoiding bonehead mistakes! Great forum!