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i think i have found rule after many observations. the minimum tank size for fish

Length- tank length x adult fish length= 4x adult fish length
Width- tank width x adult fish length= 1.5x adult fish length

there are obvious exceptions but would this be a good general rule

greenmonkey51

I have never followed any "Rule" all I have ever used is just old fashion "Common Sense"

A Q for you, Have you formed this formula on the smooth & flat surface area.

I recently saw on TV News a container for gold fish. It was recessed into the floor it appeared to be about 6ins deep and 3ft wide but 20+++ ft in length. I know this is the exception how would you rule apply here. Also the tall tanks this rule would not apply.

If any thing I would go by volume, filtration, water movement, surface movement ( air stones etc)

Keith

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