How many fish can a 55 gallon tank hold?

How many fish can a 55 gallon tank hold?

Bottom Line. The one-inch-per-gallon rule still applies, so be sure that you do not exceed 55 inches of fish in a 55-gallon tank. This roughly equates to four or five bottom-dwelling fish along with a couple algae eaters.

How heavy is a 55 gallon fish tank full?

625 lbs.

Large Aquariums
Tank Size L x W x H Filled Weight
50-gallon 36″ x 18″ x 19″ 600 lbs.
55-gallon 48″ x 13″ x 21″ 625 lbs.
65-gallon 36″ x 18″ x 24″ 772 lbs.

Can you put a 55 gallon fish tank upstairs?

You should probably be okay. Just make sure you place it near a load bearing wall. That’ll make sure it sits near a beam that meets a wall. A 50 gallon tank with just water should be 450-500 lbs.

What are some good fish for a 55 gallon tank?

Gourami. A pair of three-spot gouramis are a beautiful addition to a 55-gallon tank,and many species grow to around 6-inches in length.

  • Angelfish. One of the most popular tropical fish for sure,but in my opinion shouldn’t be kept in a tank smaller than 55 gallons.
  • Neons and Other Tetras.
  • Cherry Barbs.
  • How many fish can fit in 55 gallon tank?

    While this example exceeds the 1 inch per 5 gallons of water rule slightly, it is safer with smaller fish than with bigger fish. A 55-gallon aquarium would best house only about 12 inches of fish, so to be safe, limit it to holding three 4-inch fish or two 6-inch long fish.

    How do you clean a 55 gallon fish tank?

    Algae scraper/pad

  • Razor blade (plastic blade for acrylic tanks)
  • Bleach
  • Water siphon (gravel vacuum)
  • Bucket (use a new bucket that is for aquarium use only)
  • Lime remover/glass cleaner (made for aquariums)
  • Filter media
  • Filter brush
  • Old bath towels
  • Paper towels
  • How thick should a 55 gallon glass fish tank be?

    – Design and plan appropriately. – Measure accurately. – Prepare the glass. – Use the right adhesive. – Apply the adhesive correctly. – Install the glass with continuous, bubble-free seams.