How Big Is A Nano Tank?

[INJAF]

Hi all, I've been looking for a universally accepted definition of 'nano tank' without success. So how do you define a nano tank?

 

[Chad]

When I started it was anything 50 gallons or less but that's really changed. I've kept marine and FW tanks as small as 2.5 gallons now. I would say under 50 liters is a good nano now days. I don't think you will find a universal definition though.

 

[DrRob]

Depends on the context. Marine and freshwater keepers will give you very different answers for instance.

 

[CezzaXV]

I agree with DrRob. What is considered a decent size for a freshwater tank would probably be considered a nano tank for a marine one.

I dont think there are any set guidelines. For me, a nano tank is a tank you'd only advise keeping a betta or shrimp in.

 

[MBOU]

To me, anything under 100L is a Nano tank and personally I would class anything under 30L as a Pico tank. Not sure what is the definate names for sizes but...

Either way, nice to see you here INJAF, I believe I have seen you about elsewhere. You have goldfish?

 

[INJAF]

Hi

Is there a problem with the poll. It says I don't have permission to view poll results or even vote myself? Can a mod please take a look? Thanks.

 

[HAMBONE]

Under a 100 gallons a nano

under 50 is a pico

under 25 is known as a phempto

at least that's my parlance..

 

[dbanner]

To me anything under 100 litres is a nano

 

[RichardA]

one billionth of a given item is nano.

 

[INJAF]

Could an admin please look into why the poll is not working? Thanks.

 

[MBOU]

Will double check but it might be because you don't have enough posts yet?

On second thoughts... it does say above it 3 members have voted but only showing two votes. Hmmm.... will look into it for you!

 

[DrRob]

That was me, I have an annoying habit of null voting if I don't have a particular answer but am curious as to what has been said.