Can I fit a coral cat in a 53x56x22

[tunerX]

53x56x22 are the internal dimensions of the proposed tank.

Will one or two of these live comfortably in a tank of said dimensions. I would have a sump, skimmer, live rock, and about an inch of sand.

Also, if the shark would fit in the tank, would it be possible to have a couple other tankmates?

 

[VLDesign]

Yes that would be a good footprint got coral cat sharks. And tank mates will work as long as they don't pick on the sharks and your filtration is big enough.

 

[krj-1168]

In theory - based on gallonage (about 280) and area of the tank's foot print - Yes, it's possible. Still - both length and width are only about twice the maximum length of the Coral Catshark(Atelomycterus marmoratus).

But I wouldn't suggest keeping more than 1 in that tank. As for tank mates, not many - maybe one or two other fish - such as a Eel, or small grouper/sea bass.

 

[tunerX]

What should I plan for a footprint to keep two coral cats in a tank? If I increase the length of the tank I am going to shorten the width to 48".

I have to warn you though, if the tank gets a whole lot bigger, I will be tempted to add a Panther Grouper and possible other larger fish that will get to about 24". Two cats, a P grouper, and another fish would be the total stocking.

 

[krj-1168]

Well for 2 coral cats and a tank width of 48" - I would suggest at least the tank should be 72" long.

If you want to add the Panther grouper and another fish(and I would suggest maybe a snowflake Eel) - the you better off with a tank that's - 96" L x 48" W x 24" T - about 480 gallons. Just make sure you have a heavy-duty Filtration system to handle the Bio-load.

 

[tunerX]

Don't I have to seal the top for a snowflake eel. I was planning on having a pendulum setup for the lights.

 

[krj-1168]

Don't I have to seal the top for a snowflake eel. I was planning on having a pendulum setup for the lights.

Yeah - you need a top to prevent the eel from jumping out of the tank. But then you also need it to prevent the sharks from doing the same.

Also a top will help cut down water lossage due to evaporation & might prevent you from requiring a dehumidifier in the room.

 

[Brenden]

I would highly recommend a canopy, or lid of some sort for any Shark display system. I have had "jumpers" before and its not fun trust me.

 

[tunerX]

I am going to have about 4" over the waterline to the lip of the tank. I also plan on having a clear lid to keep evaporation down but like to have a gap about 3" over the return lines. It wouldn't be enough space for a fish to jump out but I thought eels were escape artists.

 

[smurph1415]

yes, it should be a good sized tank for the coral cat