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tank shape
Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:27 pm
by mkoff32
I know a lot of folks say 75 gallons is the minimum sized tank for clowns.... but what about tank shape? Would an octagon shaped 75 gallon take be insufficient for them due to a lack of swimming area in regards to length?
Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:36 pm
by shari2
They do need a longer foot print in their tanks. Octogon's are generally tall, but lacking in length which is what you'd want for your loaches.
Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:37 pm
by mkoff32
Would 5-6 clowns be too many for a rectangle shaped 75 gallon?
Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:05 am
by shari2
Not to start out with, but eventually (years-depending on how fast they grow) they will need something bigger.
Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2008 8:55 am
by Diana
I have a 72 gallon bowfront with 3 year old clowns. They are outgrowing it.