Inverts for a Fish Only tank?

Discussion in 'Inverts' started by Sean_Clownfish, Dec 18, 2009.

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  1. Sean_Clownfish

    Sean_Clownfish Astrea Snail

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    Are their any snails, shrimp and crabs that can go in a fish only (No live rock at all) set up once it has cycled and run for a while?

    It would be nice to have a few around with the fish.
     
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  2. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    Hi Sean

    depends on the species of fish to a degree, if the fish are predators than shrimps for example would not be ideal

    the other reason why many people dont keep any inverts in a fish only tank is the minute you have snails, shrimps, crabs etc, then your ability to use copper based cures for parasitic treatment is sacrificed

    but with non predatory fish, snails, shrimps , crabs etc are all OK and can help with tank maintenance and clean ups

    Steve
     
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  3. Sean_Clownfish

    Sean_Clownfish Astrea Snail

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    Oh yeah thats a point, I forgot about copper meds and things. Maybe I will just skip the inverts then. Thanks for the help
     
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