A 55-gallon aquarium setup

[lionoak]

I'm really interested in getting a Picclyasso trigger for my tank, but I'm not sure if it's feasible. From what I've heard, my tank might be too small to accommodate one. Is the recommended tank size due to the trigger's need for space to move around, or is it because they're territorial and aggressive? I've also been eyeing lion fish, but if triggers are out of the question, I'll probably opt for smaller, more docile fish like clowns and gobies.

To be honest, I'd still love to get a Picclyasso trigger - is it possible, or is my tank just too small? This is a FOWLR tank, and I'm planning to have around 60 pounds of live rock, two Koralia centrifugal pumps, and some aragonite (not sure how many inches I'll need yet).

[felinxo]

I'd advise against the Picclyasso trigger in your tank, lionoak. They can grow up to 9-10 inches, requiring a minimum tank size of 75 gallons. The recommended tank size isn't just about movement space, but also their aggressive and territorial nature. They're known to eat smaller fish and all your cleanup crew, so it's not a good fit for your setup, especially with the fish you mentioned wanting to keep, like clowns and gobies.

[otterix]

55 gallons is what I'm working with. When it comes to tank size, gallons aren't the only thing that matters, dimensions play a pretty big role too.

[lionoak]

I'm really interested in getting a Picclyasso trigger for my tank, but I'm not sure if it's feasible. From what I've heard, my tank might be too small to accommodate one. Is the recommended tank size due to the trigger's need for space to move around, or is it because they're territorial and aggressive? I've also been eyeing lion fish, but if triggers are out of the question, I'll probably opt for smaller, more docile fish like clowns and gobies.

To be honest, I'd still love to get a Picclyasso trigger - is it possible, or is my tank just too small? This is a FOWLR tank, and I'm planning to have around 60 pounds of live rock, two Koralia centrifugal pumps, and some aragonite (not sure how many inches I'll need yet).

If I had a trigger, I wouldn't have considered adding smaller fish or a CUC to begin with. Now that I know that's not an option, I'm looking into smaller fish. I'm pretty set on clownfish, and I also like the idea of watchmen gobies. As for the CUC, I'm completely lost - any recommendations would be great.

[zenoxa]

I've been looking into the Picclyasso trigger and it seems they're part of the Rhinecanthus genus. From what I've gathered, this genus is known for being less aggressive compared to other triggerfish. With careful planning, they can even thrive in reef tanks, as long as you choose tankmates wisely - avoiding smaller or delicate fish and opting for larger cleanup crew members like turbo or trochus snails.

These fish are known for their size and speed, requiring a spacious tank to accommodate their needs. While a 55-gallon tank might be manageable for a juvenile, I'd advise against keeping them as a permanent resident in a tank of this size.

[rustyfox9]

I'm curious about the growth rate of Picclyasso triggers - specifically, how long would it take for a juvenile to outgrow a 55g tank. This is of interest to me as my nano setup will eventually be upgraded to this tank in a few years, and my partner has developed a fondness for these fish after encountering them while diving in the Red Sea.

[fleeton]

It really depends on the size of the juvenile trigger you can get. I've come across some at my LFS that were only about 2 inches long. At that size, it's likely to be around 3 years before they outgrow a 55g.

[rustyfox9]

That's roughly the same size I've seen them too. It's interesting, as this is one of my other half's favourites. I did mention to him that he could probably have one for a while, but I wasn't sure how long it would be before it outgrew the tank. I'll let him know, thanks for the info.