Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot

bennyjet · 11-08-2007, 01:54 PM

I am starting up a 34 gal tank and I want to eventually get a bluespot. Any recomendations as to how much sand to add and any other important advice.

goldenmean · 11-08-2007, 02:06 PM

BSJF need a minimum of 4 inch deep sand bed with lots of shells and rubble

Cassette87 · 11-08-2007, 02:07 PM

Exactly what Jeff said, and keep in mind they are excellent jumpers and escape artists, so you will want to BSJF-proof your tank!

goldenmean · 11-08-2007, 02:11 PM

There is so much great info in the sticky thread on the Blue Spot forum
The Bluespot Club
If you havn't read that yet.

bluespotjawfish · 11-10-2007, 02:59 PM

So, how on earth did I miss this new thread? Welcome!

The aggregate should be of varying sizes. Stay away from sand with very sharp edges.

Keep us posted on your progress!

bluespotjawfish · 11-12-2007, 07:53 AM

Oh, I'd also check out the screen tops that Scott and I have built for our tanks. I'll have to track down that post for you.

I'm back, here is the link to Scott's. I used a black frame and it is almost invisible on the tank. I got my frame kit from Lowe's. I had to get a few extra corner pieces separately because my frame has 6 sides to allow for the flow returns.

The Bluespot Club

lcstorc · 11-12-2007, 08:01 AM

Not sure what else you are planning to put in the tank but I would go for more passive fish. Bluespots have been known to chase away some pretty big fish but why risk it.

michael_cb_125 · 11-12-2007, 08:04 AM

I agree with Lynn. My Jose is a mean little fishy, but I think that the more passive the tank, the less stress that will be put on your little BS. Remember that with these fish the stress=death in many cases. Good luck on your Blue Spotted adventure. If you do get one, you will instsntly fall in love.

bluespotjawfish · 11-12-2007, 08:21 AM

And, since the tank you are putting it in isn't very big, I'd make the Bluespot your only bottom-dwelling fish.

michael_cb_125 · 11-12-2007, 08:33 AM

Also if it is possible, add the Bluespot First. This will allow hi to acclimate to his surroundings, withoiut be harrased or bothered by other less awesome fish.

bennyjet · 11-12-2007, 01:44 PM

thanks for all the advice. I am pretty much building the tank for my little spot. I like the idea of getting him first and letting him acclimate to his home. Also, I have read that having too much sand in a tank is not a good thing. Since i will be putting in at least 4 inches are there any problems i can forsee with that?

Dentoid · 11-12-2007, 03:53 PM

You should not have any problems having a 4" sand bed, especially with a jawfish to move it around. I have a 20 gallon tank with a 6" sand bed! Make sure your tank is fully cycled, stress free and jump proof before introducing this species. How exciting!

bennyjet · 11-12-2007, 04:49 PM

Scott,
I am excited too. I am confused about what size and kind of sand to use. I am going to use live sand- but not sure what type or size to choose. Should i mix it with coral sand? And believe me... i will not get him until the tank is perfect.

Dentoid · 11-12-2007, 05:06 PM

You know what Michelle, you are probably going to get a range of answers here. Really, I don't think it matters as long as they have lots of rubble with which to build their burrows. They will take pieces of shell, rock, coral into the burrow to support the walls so that they don't cave in. They are master carpenters of the reef! I have a mixture of crushed coral and fine sand and my BS has no problems with the likes of it. Here is an example of my gravel and BS!

bennyjet · 11-12-2007, 05:52 PM

Thanks Scott. I have read a few things since i posted this and it sounds like i really need to make sure they have the rubble to build with.

11-08-2007, 01:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
bennyjet Surf Rider Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 42 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot I am starting up a 34 gal tank and I want to eventually get a bluespot. Any recomendations as to how much sand to add and any other important advice. __________________ Michelle Where ever I go, there I am

11-08-2007, 02:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
goldenmean Beautiful Katamari Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 4,063 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot BSJF need a minimum of 4 inch deep sand bed with lots of shells and rubble __________________ A 55g link in the GoldenChain My Second Quarantine Tank 2 (+) Year Retrospective of a 12g Nano Jeff What You Think Upon Grows... Have a Smooth Day!

11-08-2007, 02:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
Cassette87 Reef Lobster Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Palos Park, IL Posts: 1,415 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot Exactly what Jeff said, and keep in mind they are excellent jumpers and escape artists, so you will want to BSJF-proof your tank! __________________ Andy My 29 Gallon Reef! My DIY LED Lights Current Status - Camping - Back 7/21/08 I'm still around people, just on a sort of "summer-time leave" Feel free to PM or e-mail me for any needs!

11-08-2007, 02:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
goldenmean Beautiful Katamari Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 4,063 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot There is so much great info in the sticky thread on the Blue Spot forum The Bluespot Club If you havn't read that yet. __________________ A 55g link in the GoldenChain My Second Quarantine Tank 2 (+) Year Retrospective of a 12g Nano Jeff What You Think Upon Grows... Have a Smooth Day!

11-10-2007, 02:59 PM	#5 (permalink)
bluespotjawfish Tridacna maxima Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 4,140 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot So, how on earth did I miss this new thread? Welcome! The aggregate should be of varying sizes. Stay away from sand with very sharp edges. Keep us posted on your progress! __________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow

11-12-2007, 07:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
bluespotjawfish Tridacna maxima Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 4,140 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot Oh, I'd also check out the screen tops that Scott and I have built for our tanks. I'll have to track down that post for you. I'm back, here is the link to Scott's. I used a black frame and it is almost invisible on the tank. I got my frame kit from Lowe's. I had to get a few extra corner pieces separately because my frame has 6 sides to allow for the flow returns. The Bluespot Club __________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow

11-12-2007, 08:01 AM	#7 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 18,473 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot Not sure what else you are planning to put in the tank but I would go for more passive fish. Bluespots have been known to chase away some pretty big fish but why risk it. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

11-12-2007, 08:04 AM	#8 (permalink)
michael_cb_125 Manta Ray Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte,NC Posts: 3,227 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot I agree with Lynn. My Jose is a mean little fishy, but I think that the more passive the tank, the less stress that will be put on your little BS. Remember that with these fish the stress=death in many cases. Good luck on your Blue Spotted adventure. If you do get one, you will instsntly fall in love. __________________ 240 Gallon MIXED REEF SUPER TANK Well at least thats what I want it to be 240 Gallon Custom Made Starphire Tank Life Reef Custom Sump,Life Reef Skimmer, Little Giant Return, 2 1200gph Koralias, 2 1580 GPH Tunze Turbelles, 1 Vortec, 72" Solaris I series, PM Kalk Reactor, Custom Made Fug, way to many more things to list Jose say hello to your NEW LITTLE FRIEND!!!!!!!!

11-12-2007, 08:21 AM	#9 (permalink)
bluespotjawfish Tridacna maxima Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 4,140 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot And, since the tank you are putting it in isn't very big, I'd make the Bluespot your only bottom-dwelling fish. __________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow

11-12-2007, 08:33 AM	#10 (permalink)
michael_cb_125 Manta Ray Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte,NC Posts: 3,227 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot Also if it is possible, add the Bluespot First. This will allow hi to acclimate to his surroundings, withoiut be harrased or bothered by other less awesome fish. __________________ 240 Gallon MIXED REEF SUPER TANK Well at least thats what I want it to be 240 Gallon Custom Made Starphire Tank Life Reef Custom Sump,Life Reef Skimmer, Little Giant Return, 2 1200gph Koralias, 2 1580 GPH Tunze Turbelles, 1 Vortec, 72" Solaris I series, PM Kalk Reactor, Custom Made Fug, way to many more things to list Jose say hello to your NEW LITTLE FRIEND!!!!!!!!

11-12-2007, 01:44 PM	#11 (permalink)
bennyjet Surf Rider Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 42 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot thanks for all the advice. I am pretty much building the tank for my little spot. I like the idea of getting him first and letting him acclimate to his home. Also, I have read that having too much sand in a tank is not a good thing. Since i will be putting in at least 4 inches are there any problems i can forsee with that? __________________ Michelle Where ever I go, there I am

11-12-2007, 03:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
Dentoid Over Achiever Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 10,239 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot You should not have any problems having a 4" sand bed, especially with a jawfish to move it around. I have a 20 gallon tank with a 6" sand bed! Make sure your tank is fully cycled, stress free and jump proof before introducing this species. How exciting! __________________ Scott Dentoid's Reeforama

11-12-2007, 04:49 PM	#13 (permalink)
bennyjet Surf Rider Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 42 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot Scott, I am excited too. I am confused about what size and kind of sand to use. I am going to use live sand- but not sure what type or size to choose. Should i mix it with coral sand? And believe me... i will not get him until the tank is perfect. __________________ Michelle Where ever I go, there I am

11-12-2007, 05:06 PM	#14 (permalink)
Dentoid Over Achiever Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 10,239 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot You know what Michelle, you are probably going to get a range of answers here. Really, I don't think it matters as long as they have lots of rubble with which to build their burrows. They will take pieces of shell, rock, coral into the burrow to support the walls so that they don't cave in. They are master carpenters of the reef! I have a mixture of crushed coral and fine sand and my BS has no problems with the likes of it. Here is an example of my gravel and BS! __________________ Scott Dentoid's Reeforama

11-12-2007, 05:52 PM	#15 (permalink)
bennyjet Surf Rider Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 42 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Planning on new tank- want to add bluespot Thanks Scott. I have read a few things since i posted this and it sounds like i really need to make sure they have the rubble to build with. __________________ Michelle Where ever I go, there I am

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