[fung88]

Would 30gallon be good enough for 1 rbp for a lifetime?? I juss bought a baby rbp and it's in 10gallon..but i know i will need a new tank asap! So i need your guys help for me to decided what size tank i need for 1 RBP! thanks

 

[Phtstrat]

30 gallons would probably be alright for a single RB. If possible go for a 30 "breeder" which is a lower but wider tank. The tanks footprint (LxW) is much more important than the gallonage itself.

 

[fung88]

How big would the fish grow to then? if it's at 30gallon?? Would it grow to about 5inches max??

 

[redbellyman21]

I have had 2 rbp 4-5" in a 30 long and they have pretty much slowed down in growth! I know that If I upgraded homes they would love me I just need to save money first!

 

[fung88]

Isn't it bad to keep 2 rbp rather then3?/ Like isn't there a chance one will die??

 

[marco]

Isn't it bad to keep 2 rbp rather then3?/ Like isn't there a chance one will die??

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yes there is a high risk of keeping 2 together. imo you should always have 1,3 or more to spread the agression

 

[fung88]

Anyways back on topic. whats a good size for 1 rbp then??/

 

[mori0174]

Anyways back on topic. whats a good size for 1 rbp then??/

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its not best to keep them alone. Optimum for one is 36"x18" minimum.

 

[fung88]

I Would like to get 3 but the maxmium tank size i can get is a 50gallon.. so it's not that good for the reds. cause isn't it 3 reds in 75 gallon tank!

 

[EZmoney]

Don't cut corners. Get a 50 gallons minimum for 3 rpb. If there is no space for such then get a different piranha that prefers a solitary life. RPBs like to shoal so don't just get one!

 

[psychofish]

Don't cut corners. Get a 50 gallons minimum for 3 rpb. If there is no space for such then get a different piranha that prefers a solitary life. RPBs like to shoal so don't just get one!

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he only has 1

 

[dutchfrompredator]

obviously the bigger the tank the better. i think if you can get a fifty for one rbp, he'd grow into it nicely and love you for it for his whole life. i wouldn't go smaller than a 40 gal long though.

 

[Fish_first]

50 gallons is about right... for one piranha... remember they would get 12 inches if they could... its a misconseption that they don't get bigger than 9 in an aquarium. Stunting thier growth is not healthy... your piranha should get a bigger tank.

 

[Judazzz]

i wouldn't go smaller than a 40 gal long though.

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I agree - a 40 gallon 40x16x16" tank would be ideal.
Keep in mind that Reds can get pretty large - adults often measure 10-12" in size, which is why it's important not to pick a tank that is less than 16" deep (18" or more would be better, btw.), to provide enough room to swim around freely.

 

[fung88]

Thanks alot! then i'm gonna be gettin a 40 most likely! and keep it well planted.

 

[Esoteric]

40 long or a 55 gallon... minimum for life even for 1