I think the hardest thing with a nano tank is when you go into a fish store and see a fish that you really want but can’t have because of the tank size but water changes can also be a harder thing because you have to match it up precisely or you risk throwing off the salinity
@mnm116265 жыл бұрын
The hardest part of a nano tank is setting it up and having it magically become self sufficient so in a short 3 months you decide it’s time to upgrade to a 125
@MadHattersReef5 жыл бұрын
Thats funny. It doesn't take long to max out a nano tank for sure.
@armandocaballero47195 жыл бұрын
It has happened to me the other way around, I have a large aquarium and I have found a tiny one and I want to do something with it, and don't know what fishes put in or how to start setting up everything, because is so tiny compare with the other 🤔🤔🤔
@i_am_awesome_j6 жыл бұрын
I just got my first saltwater fish on Friday and they were clownfish
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
Awesome👍🏻
@joshuaflinkstrom1635 жыл бұрын
My fist fish are going to be a pair of clowns and I’m getting them soon
@picklefish745 жыл бұрын
great starter fish, they are extremely hardy.
@leessaltwatertank62153 жыл бұрын
@@joshuaflinkstrom163 how them clown fish going for ya
@Timothee_Chalamet_CMBYN3 жыл бұрын
Same!
@cck8096 жыл бұрын
Love the blennies! And in my opinion the hardest thing about keeping a nano is understanding how fast the water parameters can change and what to do to prevent bad rapid changes.
@travish98335 жыл бұрын
3:18 “get over it” ❤️
@heidisfishtank75436 жыл бұрын
I think the hardest thing about a nano tank is making sure to limit your fish and not go overboard. One thing about the blue jawfish though is I’ve always heard they need cooler water. Any experience keeping them at reef tank temps?
@imavanna6 жыл бұрын
I think the hardest thing with a nano tank is either wanting to overstock or maintaining perfect parameters.
@fishfan23 жыл бұрын
Its possible to do both, it's just expensive.
@samomileos5 жыл бұрын
Gallons, inches and my european brain just explodes
@gm8365 жыл бұрын
Adobe Nerd isn’t it 4.5 litres?
@ehehehehe28155 жыл бұрын
Loool same
@armandocaballero47195 жыл бұрын
I'm calculating all the time. Paused the video, make numbers, see the fish and go on.
@Puciferthegreat5 жыл бұрын
@Adobe Nerd It's 2.54 cm in an inch trust me imperial to metric is never straight :D
@Threedog19634 жыл бұрын
Do what I do when watching a video in metric... Google the conversion.
@brandonn53716 жыл бұрын
I was going to say having patience was the hardest part of reef keeping. But after getting hit by a mini spring blizzard and losing electricity for nearly 8 hours I now think that the hardest part (for me) is having the foresight to see these kinds of issues coming and knowing how to handle them fast. Maybe you could cover a video sometime on preparedness for sudden power issues and solutions. Obvious solutions are having a generator on hand and ready to go. But some people that’s not feasible. The main issues are the obvious oxygen and gas exchange and temperature. Great video as always!!
@curiouserandcurioser6 жыл бұрын
Hardest thing for myself.... just getting into the hobby and trying to sort through all the opinions and info online to figure out what equipment to actually buy and what to spend more on compared to other things.
@bobheitman37626 жыл бұрын
The hardest is not over feeding the tank. They always look so hungry! Great videos!
@sportsbro22205 жыл бұрын
Ironically the mandarin goby / dragonette on ur thumbnail is perhaps one of the hardest fish to keep alive since they only eat copepods. I get the click bait but good video 👍🏼
@bassboss12345 жыл бұрын
They are technically nano fish just not beginner fish, and you can get lucky with one that eats frozen. Like mine.
@emmynguyen27104 жыл бұрын
Yumyum poddy pods
@aquaticmaniac89794 жыл бұрын
I mean, it says Nano Reef Tank fish, not "Begginer Nano". Just a thought
@TOMReefer4 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, actually you can get aquacultured mandarins that arrive eating the sellers specific food. Mine eats .5ml pellets. 👍🏻she’s a fat little thing 😃
@SrtLv4x4 жыл бұрын
They say the same about scooter blennies but mine eats brine shrimp no problem
@svetliopopgeorgiev29995 жыл бұрын
2:30 if you just want to see the top 10
@karennation35804 жыл бұрын
Everytime! I love his videos but I know to start at around 2 minute mark!
@holdenhohman55496 жыл бұрын
Keeping salinity is so hard to keep in check. Just all parameters are hard to keep in check. If you leave to go on a trip for just a couple days your salinity would be super high.
@reefchick92076 жыл бұрын
Agree... have 4 of the 10!
@flyingreef14516 жыл бұрын
Most difficult part I’ve had was trying to find the right fish to put in my nano/pico Reef tank, I finally chose to put in a highfin goby paired with a pistol shrimp, and they have been doing great. I’m glad this fish made it into your top 10 list.
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite combos.
@avaseigel36246 жыл бұрын
The hardest part of having a nano tank is keeping the levels stable so all my aquarium members remain happy and healthy! Another great video and I think you should have green banded goby’s and pink streaked wrasse on the list.. they are both cute fish with cool personalities!
@matthewnicoletta2986 жыл бұрын
The size restriction for sure. So many fish you can't have in a nano tank. You also are restricted pretty tightly on how many you can have. I had a 10 gallon reef tank a couple of times and within a year I upgraded both times. Currently I have a 40 so I suppose I still fall within the nano size, but it allows me to have more fish and even some additional species I couldn't in my 10 gallon.
@cassandragwara29426 жыл бұрын
I haven't started yet. I am doing research to start my first Saltwater tank.
@picklefish745 жыл бұрын
I used to have a dusky jawfish in my 90 gallon reef. If nothing else, the jawfish is one of the most entertaining fishes in the hobby; they are constantly up to something. They are quite busy, constantly working on some sort of task.
@YohanM996 жыл бұрын
The most difficult thing about nano tanks is you can't put a tang in #tangpolice
@robertdaone5 жыл бұрын
For me its how often I have to top off the water lever.
@lucasbaluyut57463 жыл бұрын
wym i have a yellow tang in my 10 gallon
@YohanM993 жыл бұрын
@@lucasbaluyut5746 shhhhhhhhhhhhhhh the tang police 👮 out here
@fishfan23 жыл бұрын
@@lucasbaluyut5746 💀💀Bro I'm not a tang cop but that's fucked also rip you
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Hugs from Brazilian aquarists
@averyvanderlouw11932 жыл бұрын
I really like videos like this since I’m looking into getting a lot of aquariums for my reptile room
@MadHattersReef Жыл бұрын
Nice.
@jeepfish8606 жыл бұрын
Having uncured rock, I put uncured rock in my tank for 6 months and still have cyano I do water changes every week but never goes away, I’d use the $25 for more salt so I can keep doing water changes (I don’t have a lot left)
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
You need to reduce your silicates. If you have silicates in your water that your doing water changes with, you may be just feeding the 🔥. Red slime needs silicates to grow. Turn the lights off for 3 days and reduce your silicates.
@jeepfish8606 жыл бұрын
Mad Hatter's Reef thank you very much I will try this right away
@rebekkacastagliuolo98856 жыл бұрын
I do not own a Marine Aquarium (yet) but i think for me would be the stabilization of the tank...i only have freshwater Tanks but i guess it is sort of the same with the size and the stability...but i really am looking forward to put together a nano reef :)
@JamesWilliams-zb8ci6 жыл бұрын
I have found that parameter swings in my 10 gallon are the hardest part about that size. My 60 gallon is really stable but my 10 gallon is the bane of my existence, but it has shrimp and gobies in it and keeps the wife happy since those are her favorites. Happy wife, Happy life lol. Thanks for the videos.
@jeffbritman62176 жыл бұрын
Most difficult thing about a nano for me is stocking it, with such limited space you really have to be careful about whats taking up your real estate.
@ash5sos7786 жыл бұрын
Keep a good salinity level for me in a small tank is hard
@DetLion3136 жыл бұрын
For me the hardest thing is figuring out what is really needed for a salt water setup. I am planning to try to start a 40 gallon reef tank for each of my kids and there is a lot of information to figure out. I have done well on freshwater tanks; but this will be my 1st try on salt. Also, trying to pick the right combo of colorful fish and easy coral hat they will like.
@user-qc7eq7bn2i6 жыл бұрын
haha I was shocked when I saw the title because I was just researching about this
@sarahscalpel5616 жыл бұрын
Don't have a tank yet, but want to start with a nano (I know possibly ambitious but I have my reasons for it) but I think for me being totally new to it, is all the information you must know to have a successful tank, I can't really talk much on it since I don't yet have a tank. Just researching for now...
@mavislilreef13146 жыл бұрын
The yellow coris wrasse is a good option for at least a 20 gallon nano. Also the yellow clown goby makes a wonderful addition. This is a great list of nano fish. Our nano is plumbed into the main display system, so water parameters are easier to maintain.
@PlasticGirl655 жыл бұрын
I found a 15 gallon aquarium in the street, it's in great condition, obviously I need to fill it to make sure it doesn't leak. Thinking of setting it up as a reef tank with a pair of clown fish and a few shrimps. I have a 50 gallon tropical and a 6 gallon tank that I'm going to keep a Betta in, need to sort that out first but I hope I can have success with a reef tank.
@southeasternkentuckyrelich66444 жыл бұрын
Hardest thing I’ve seen so far and I’m a newbie when it comes to saltwater is not going all out and overdoing it. Started with a 10 gallon nano and have to pace myself.
@MadHattersReef4 жыл бұрын
Taking your time is key.
@Victoria.Henderson6 жыл бұрын
Keeping water levels steady. A few ambient degrees makes all the difference for me.
@newreeferbiocube29gfishguy266 жыл бұрын
The size limit always wanting to put more corals and fish. Great videos
@WokeDoinks5 жыл бұрын
I have a question that might seem silly, but I’m a beginner to the hobby. How would I go about individually feeding the jawfish without over feeding my other fish? Would I just by hand put the food down in the tank in front of him?
@matthewcautero10006 жыл бұрын
Just started my first reef tank and its going really good so far thanks to your videos thanks!
@schnouse6 жыл бұрын
Hardest thing about a Nano tank is definitely managing the water parameters. So much easier in a larger tank
@spinster40005 жыл бұрын
I got my 20 gallon nano reef tank cycled, and everything is stable and it’s ready for fish, no corals yet and I’m just wondering what fish I can put in it, I’m thinking of having a O Clownfish but I don’t know what else, (tip the clownfish is only a normal clownfish)
@BigJuan13135 жыл бұрын
That clownfish is stunning! Is it possible to do only a clownfish tank of all different varieties?
@MadHattersReef5 жыл бұрын
Clownfish can be brats to one another and other fish. I have never had success with adding different clownfish to the same tank.
@willgodfrey80116 жыл бұрын
The most difficult factor is that it is hard to keep parameters in check, because they can swing dramatically in no time at all!
@colbysreef36724 жыл бұрын
Got a 49 gallon AIO, two Anemonefish, one anemone, and an ambon damselfish. Trying to get a nice boxfish for a centerpiece fish
@mozby765 жыл бұрын
Would you be open to doing a top 10 on wrasses?
@milanno4 жыл бұрын
2:20 START
@freakyfish40874 жыл бұрын
Milan Pino thx
@paco1122096 жыл бұрын
Smaller tanks are only difficult to keep the water quality right. But that's it really they are very enjoyable.
@AnnikaOBrien6 жыл бұрын
“Max siv of 3 inches” hahaha, now that’s infotainment!
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
😎
@jordanteach79066 жыл бұрын
Probably choosing what kind of stocking in the tank and keeping stable salinity levels in the tank
@autorobb3 жыл бұрын
Great list.
@MadHattersReef3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@InappropriateReefer6 жыл бұрын
Great list!
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by 😎
@BlueCarbonReefing6 жыл бұрын
Top 10 King strikes again! Nice work Jeff!
@caewalker92766 жыл бұрын
The hardest thing about a nano tank is finding somewhere to put it when I upgrade to a bigger tank because of overstocking.
@lucress93196 жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff, why do you think Nano tanks are always perceived as "beginner tanks" ? I've been a few years in the hobby and have a 27gal marineland cube. Curious to see what you'd recommend for fish that aren't for beginners persay but those of us who want something with a little more challenge! Any advice is greatly appreciated! :D
@AdrianLopez-ts9pw6 жыл бұрын
This video helped.me so much thank you! Im about to start a 10 gallon saltwater tank over spring break and this is just what i needed to satisfy my fishtank needs until i have mine :)
@markbrown79685 жыл бұрын
I had to subscribe. I just set up a 20 long reef 2 days ago. No sand no live rock. I actually bought a 1 pound piece of figi ultra yesterday. My brother gave me a grafted monte cap frag, a blasto frag and a green dragon soul zoo frag. The live rock has what appears to be either green pipe organ or star polyps. My goal is sps dominate w/ no fish, but I might have to add one if my water is too clean. So if I do, I'll be referring to this list when determining which one I get.
@MadHattersReef5 жыл бұрын
Select fish that will go to work for you.
@carlosesquivel81382 жыл бұрын
I am looking to start my tank with two blacker ice clownfish should I add them first because I plan to add a goby into the tank in the future
@nofearbb6 жыл бұрын
Most difficult thing I found so far is researching all the different types of corals anemones ect. and their specific requirements!
@keiren69xl6 жыл бұрын
Ive been a reef tank owner for a week and always go top your videos for advice. Just starting out and look forward to getting started
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the dark side
@keiren69xl6 жыл бұрын
It defiantly feels like the dark side when I see my money disappearing. Loving the vids.
@anthonywwallace6 жыл бұрын
The hardest thing with a nano system is keeping all of the water parameters especially salinity constant. This has been my experience. I highly recommend an ATO for a nano system and minimally biweekly water changes. Nitrates can climb fast in such small tank as well. Salinity swings are such a pain, ATO is the way to go.
@channelchupathingee91956 жыл бұрын
Salinity can be very difficult to manage without a good auto top off. Other than that I've found them very easy to take care of. I actually started out in this hobby with a 5 gallon Pico tank.
@simon06806 жыл бұрын
Hardest thing about a nano tank would be keeping your parameters in check, smaller tanks are usually harder to keep smaller fluctuations in
@subparracer5 жыл бұрын
Why does this dude not have more views...
@reeferreborn32456 жыл бұрын
Honorable mention Clown Goby and Pajama Cardinal
@oscaranchundia36416 жыл бұрын
Water parameters and water changes but im my mind the hardest thing that we have so many things available for the hobby and to manage the stock of the tank to a manageable level.
@PeterFeltersnatch6 жыл бұрын
The hardest part of the nano is wanting multiple nanos
@Redridininyohood5 жыл бұрын
Just set up a 16 gallon this video was great!
@MadHattersReef5 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@leeandmandybattersby59586 жыл бұрын
Some nice fish there just setting up a 14 gallon nano so was looking what to stock it with this helped a lot (Mandy)
@JyB8186 жыл бұрын
Another quality video Jeff.
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
Email me at jeff@madhattersreef.com
@feistyunicorn18556 жыл бұрын
Firefish also can survive a velvet outbreak! Thanks for the video!
@markpaige53376 жыл бұрын
The most difficult thing about a nano tank is the filter ration I have a 5.5 nano that up but together myself and I was trying to find out what type of filter to put on his tank I'm currently using a 200 Aqua clear with a invert skimmer.
@dawnbowen54173 жыл бұрын
Good information for newcomer..thank you ❤❤
@Utubereefer6 жыл бұрын
Hardest part of nano is being extra picky on stock list of fish and coral. I love them all
@rubensacramento6 жыл бұрын
Another great video. While you're at the nano side of things why not do a couple more videos on best nano corals, lights and skimmers. As for what has troubled me the most with my nano, the winner is keeping the parameters in check. I just recently gained the battle against high nitrates after about a month at it. But then again, I'm in the hobby for only 6 months now so I'm pretty much just climbing the knowledge curve
@fortheloveofhorses59564 жыл бұрын
Good list; I think azure and springer's damselfish make good choices too when kept alone because they stay under 3 inches and are very hardy in general.
@autorobb4 жыл бұрын
29 gal Thanks great video
@rakka82573 жыл бұрын
Keeping the water parameters correct has been the hardest part of having a nano reef tank :(
@danielfernandez57216 жыл бұрын
How expensive would it be to set up a 20 or 10 gallon reef tank? I have always been intrested in it but i have always been told its too expensive.
@resilient0spirit6 жыл бұрын
I just set mine up this week. I’ve spent about $600, and I don’t have any livestock yet. I got a 14gallon Innovative Marine peninsula tank for $199. Lights- USA Current LED 18-24 inch on sale for $85 (normally $130 - $160). Live rock - 15 pounds, some was 11.99/lb because I wanted arches and caves. Some was $6.99/lb, all in was about $110. I also got a Tunze ATO for $99 because I know I’ll have trouble remembering to top off, and have to travel for work on occasion. Also got a refractometer for about $20 and a test kit for Ammonia, PH, Nitrate, and Nitrite for $25. Total so far, $538. I know it can be done for cheaper. Someone has a video on here for how they did it for $124, but his tank also cracked on the first day so.....
@liamb83886 жыл бұрын
There are a lot of used tanks with fish and all for sale that anyone can find due to the fact that most people give up a saltwater tanks after not long, I once managed to get a 25 gallon tank with fish, rock, a stand, and everything you need for 150$, so keep an eye out for those
@Bugman360s26 жыл бұрын
Iv just started watching all the videos an it's so helpful. I was thinking off starting a nano reef tank for my room but now iv watched these I will now start getting everything ready. I have a couple of questions tho. Would a 30 gallon tank be okay to start off with? Buying the marin water from a local fish store is this okay? Last question is live rock a must have thing for the tank?
@mikelask41066 жыл бұрын
...bout time man 😁
@MadHattersReef6 жыл бұрын
I’m on it😎
@mattyhops40696 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I just set up a tank and this was helpful.
@smokymtreefer84806 жыл бұрын
I think the hardest thing to do in a nano system is keeping it stable. Especially in the early tank stages. Ato is a must
@SanthoshSSuri4 жыл бұрын
Thanks bigshow
@fishfan23 жыл бұрын
I believe that's there no such thing as overstocking as long as the water is pristine and if they aren't fin to fin
I would say probably stability if keeping coral. Parameters can change quickly with a small volume of water. Regular frequent water changes normally does the trick. :-)
@jasonward58396 жыл бұрын
The hardest thing....getting the wife to allow purchases lol it's so expensive!
@Andy91Le4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! Great video
@petemancuso51886 жыл бұрын
The hardest thing in my opinion about Nano tank is keeping the parameters stable and self control not to put a tang in a little tank
@leedalton67393 жыл бұрын
I put into yellow rose goby after 1 week they've disappeared and it's been 6 weeks I also have five blue hermit crabs
@fadhlanuar886 жыл бұрын
I like your all video sharing about top 10 tqvm sir
@Ejazz094 жыл бұрын
Hey, I just want to say I love your channel. Thanks for all the positive information that you give. On Aquatics saltwater setups very informative.
@MadHattersReef4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@captainlevi73413 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed and excited to learn!
@mikesenuty71626 жыл бұрын
We don't have a 75 and about to upsize to a 210. I think mandarins are the hardest to keep. Thanks fo4 the informative videos, keep it up Jeff.
@williamhunsucker710611 ай бұрын
I would like to recommendation on getting into saltwater what size is start with
@MadHattersReef8 ай бұрын
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@MrMastersputnik6666 жыл бұрын
Great vids 😀 the hardest thing for me, is the HP current 8.0 steady, but will like to raise it to 8.2-8.3 but I simply can't, so any suggestions are very welcome
@lunarfox87246 жыл бұрын
Great video I love my new fish thank you
@bradleywomack87166 жыл бұрын
I believe that the hardest thing would be parameters. I would also say that being limited on fish that you get because some would outgrow the tank