Blue Rams and Half Beaks ?

[vanillarum]

Anyone know if I can keep both of these in my 46 gal ? I have 6 half beaks on order and I am toying with the idea of possibly adding a pair of blue rams. Any input would be welcome. Thanx.

 

[captaincaveman9]

From what I've seen of the species, they are pretty active, and I am uneasy saying if they will be ok tank mates or not. However, since the half beaks require a little sea salt to be happy, I would say not to mix the two. GBRs just need to clean of water conditions. (shrug)

 

[KarlTh]

They need virtually opposite water conditions. Half beaks require very hard water, preferably brackish; Rams need soft water with low total dissolved solids and definitely not salt. Not really compatible for those reasons alone.