frogfish in a reef tank?

Derf

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As of 20 minutes ago, I've become obsessed with frogfish. It's not the first time either. I've been looking at information about various types on and off for a while now. But now I NEED ONE. The only problem is that I have a reef tank, with some things that might be eaten. So, here's a list of fish and a couple inverts that I have that could be a concern, and I just want to know if there's a frogfish that wouldn't eat any of these things. The tank is 45 gallons, by the way.

Fish:

Fusi Goby- Around 3" and fast though. Moves away from other fish. He's the main concern. I like him the most of the ones I'll name.

Lawnmower Blenny- 4" and fast. Not too much of a concern.

Maroon clownfish- 2" and growing fast, slight concern, but doesnt go near rock as much.

Cleaner Shrimp- 3-4" inches and got him at 2" and has never been attacked by my lionfish or eel.

That's all that is a concern.
 

Pufferpunk

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They are ambush predators & will eat anything they can fit into their very LARGE mouth.
 

spotfin

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Yes, a frogfish will most of the fish and shrimp you listed. Do you have an eel and lionfish in the same tank? You might want to set up a tank just for a frogfish.
 

batlily

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i recently purchased a frogfish, and have decided i want more. in my searches to find online sources i have come across statements that they are for "experts" only, but not *why* they are difficult to keep...answers?
 

Pufferpunk

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Can be difficult to get to eat dead foods. Will eat any tank mate they can fit into their very large mouths.
 
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