keeping clownfish in a 24x12x12 tank

[tetraTim]

"Nearly there with the tank, just a thought I had, would a xenia pulse coral and toadstool be overkill in a tank of this size, cheers"

[felinxo]

To be honest, I think the toadstool will outgrow your tank, but you can always frag it when that happens. As for the xenia, it's a bit of a gamble - it'll either thrive and need regular pruning, or it just won't grow much at all. If I were you, I'd still give both a try once your tank is stable.

[tetraTim]

The live rock is essentially the lifeblood of your tank, providing vital biological filtration. To complement this, you'll also need aragonite sand to maintain optimal water chemistry. A powerhead is another essential component for creating water circulation and preventing stagnant areas.

If you're not planning on keeping any corals, your current lighting setup might be sufficient. However, I'd be surprised if you resist the temptation of adding some soft corals once you see them at your LFS. If you're currently using T5 tubes, consider replacing them with marine-specific tubes. This will give you the flexibility to support a variety of soft coral species, should you decide to add them in the future.

cheers Seffie will do, got to admit I'm getting really drawn to the corals in the shop, hardly even looking at the fish anymore