open top tank
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I would be hesitant for an open top tank for any fish. I've had a few fish that weren't suppose to be jumpers end up on the floor, luckily only one fatality though 
. If you don't want an actual canopy you can custom cut some egg crate. That's what I use, not as aesthetically pleasing but it keeps any frisky fish in the tank.
. If you don't want an actual canopy you can custom cut some egg crate. That's what I use, not as aesthetically pleasing but it keeps any frisky fish in the tank.I wouldn't do it. If they get spooked just once, have a little scuffle, or one happens to jump too high and you're not around.. Bye-Bye Fishy. 
ok thanks im geting tired of those plastic lids and i was going to try something diffrent ill just get a glass one.
Another issue the some don't think about is the increase in evaporation due to there being no lid on the tank. You will probably notice a need to top off your tank almost daily because of the evaporation going on in the tank. The bigger the footprint, the more evaportion that happens.
You can but always remember you can run the risk of him jumping out. I currently have my 200 gallon open. But I have the light strips position to limit them jumping out.
My 120 gallon is currently open top and a nightmare. The evaporation is so a PITA. I have to top off every day/other day in the summer and at least 2-3 times per week during the winter. I just redid the stock in that tank today so will be adding lids tomorrow.. And I could not be happier about it lol..
My 300 is half and half. Center is covered but the sides are open. I have some evaporation but I built my sump to handle the drop. I can make it to my next water change without having to add water.
Every now and again when they get a little rowdy I'll throw the sides back on.
Every now and again when they get a little rowdy I'll throw the sides back on.