Once I have an established
filtration system, how many
fish can I add at once?
Unlike freshwater, many marine fish
do well by themselves. Try adding one or two fish at a
time every couple to three weeks. Be sure to keep an eye
on your ammonia levels so that you don't have a major problem on
your hands.
As your aquarium becomes more populated, adding fish can be a
tricky business. Having some fish of the same type and
coloration can be a problem (i.e. tangs) so be sure to have a
game plan before you start to stock your tank.
NorthSide's expert staff can help you make this plan. Stop
in and bring us a list of what you would like to have, and we
will tell you what is and is not appropriate based on your tank
size and current inhabitants. We can also suggest a
general order in which to add those fish. Don't be
surprised if we tell you "No" on several of your choices.
We will veto things that seem like a bad idea. Sometimes
we make you pick one fish or another. All of this is in
your (and your aquarium inhabitants') best interest.
