clean up crew for stingray tank?

[klwheat]

In my continuing quest to get this thing up and running...I have questions...lol. Well, as the title says, I'm trying to figure out what I can put in with this ray. She's a California Round Stingray. I'm planning to get it set up this weekend, start the cycling with live rock and water from another system or 2, and maybe a couple chromis that will eventually become Slimer (my ray) food. However, I want something to keep the sand/tank clean. What can I use that won't become a snack?! Thanks!

[koa25]

I've been reading up on this cause I want to convert one of my big tanks to a shark and ray tank. If you're looking for something to keep the sand clean and turned over and not get eaten. Sand Sifting Star is one thing i came across. Another things is people have had success keeping inverts in the tanks as long as they stuff the ray or shark with plenty of mixed fleshy foods(clams, scallops, squid fish, etc.) If you give her something better to eat and than scaveging for your crabs or snails she should leave them alone. Should being the key world. Sand Sifting stars are a safe bet though with rays. They are under the sand and also not a normal diet for them.

[KING]

well iv have a stingray in my 135..an he did fine.u really dont need anything to turn the sand cus the stingray well take care of that for you..i had chromis. tangs an a few others.he never eat anything but the clowns.an that was cus i would feed him creel..and that was orange.lol. i feed 3 times a day an he never got any other fish,or clean up crw..good luck an post some pics when u get set up.

[klwheat]

Thanks for the input. I think a sand sifting star for sure. What about some large turbo snails? I love the way they keep the glass clean :) Will she eat them?

[koa25]

if she is hungry and it will fit in her mouth?... Most likely. I think they actually have a foundness for snails...

[350gt]

Snails and crabs aren't expensive, just buy a bunch and cross your fingers....
Its not money being wasted.... You rays will be eating Good!

[klwheat]

Snails and crabs aren't expensive, just buy a bunch and cross your fingers....
Its not money being wasted.... You rays will be eating Good!
Slimer will probably thank you for the meal :)

[350gt]

Lol.....

If I had a ray, it would be the best eating ray..... My son would be te happiest too, cause he's always wanted me to get one...

[klwheat]

yeah, she's well fed. My daughter loves hand feeding her :)