is this list accurate?

[beachcomer]

After doing some research, I've decided to hold off on setting up a 40g reef tank for now. Since I'm new to marine tanks, I think it's best to start with a 30g fowlr to get some experience before moving on to a full-blown reef.

Here's my plan for the 30g tank:
I'll be using a 30g long tank, two Aquaclear 30s for filtration, a SeaClone 100 Skimmer, and a 36" Glo T5 double bulb for lighting. I'll also be adding around 35lbs of live rock, sand, and a Hydor Koralia nano pump that pumps 240gph.

I'm pretty set on stocking the following fish:
- A Coflake Beauty Angel
- A Clown Goby
- An Ocellaris Clown
- A 6 Line Wrasse

I'm also considering adding:
- A Royal Gramma
- Either a Dottyback, Goby, or Blenny

For the clean-up crew, I'm thinking:
- A Coflake Banded Shrimp
- One or two hermit crabs
- Two or three snails, probably turbo snails

Do you guys have any thoughts on my setup? Are there any compatibility issues I should be aware of? Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Thanks for taking the time to read my post.

[flame9x]

I've heard mixed reviews about 6 Lines - some people swear they're pretty feisty, but I've never had one myself. From what I've read, they seem like they could be a handful.

I'm a bit concerned about your filtration plan - with live rock as your main filtration, I'd still aim for at least 15 times tank turnover to be on the safe side. The SeaClone 100 Skimmer is a good choice, but I'm curious about the two Aquaclear 30's - are they for added biological filtration or just for extra circulation? With the amount of live rock you're planning to use, you might not need the extra filters.

[beachcomer]

I've heard mixed reviews about 6 Lines - some people swear they're pretty feisty, but I've never had one myself. From what I've read, they seem like they could be a handful.

I'm a bit concerned about your filtration plan - with live rock as your main filtration, I'd still aim for at least 15 times tank turnover to be on the safe side. The SeaClone 100 Skimmer is a good choice, but I'm curious about the two Aquaclear 30's - are they for added biological filtration or just for extra circulation? With the amount of live rock you're planning to use, you might not need the extra filters.

From what I've gathered, the 6 Line Wrasse tends to be aggressive towards its own kind, but I'm not too concerned about that in this setup. As for the Aquaclears, I figured I'd utilize them since I already have them on hand. I was thinking of running at least one with a couple of sponges for extra biological filtration. Regarding the Hydor Koflakeia nano pump, I initially considered getting two, but I'll definitely look into that now. I just thought one might be sufficient, but I want to ensure I have adequate flow.

[fleeton]

6-lines can get pretty feisty as they age, they're great for years but then they go off the rails. That Coflake Beauty Angel is a stunner, but I gotta say, it's not exactly the best choice for a future reef tank.

[beachcomer]

After doing some more digging, I'm thinking of replacing the 6 line wrasse with either a purple or bicolor pseudochromis.

[ironclad9]

I'd suggest choosing between the 6 line and the Royal Gramma, having both might not be the best idea.

My experience with the Coflake Beauty has been great so far - three months in and no issues with nipping.

[flynix]

I'd definitely go with a pair of clowns, a flasher wrasse would be nice, personally I think carpenters are the way to go. Some pseudochromis can be pretty aggressive, so be careful with that choice, especially the magenta dottyback or strawberry fish. If you're set on purple, I'd recommend the orchid dottyback - it's twice the price but a lot better behaved. Alternatively, a midas or bicolor blenny could be a good option.

[ironclad9]

You might also want to think about the order in which you add the fish. I'd say, introduce the less aggressive ones first and save the most aggressive for last. That way, they're not stressing out the others.