What is the minimum tank size to start a salt water aquarium with fish?

[Emily]

Just wondering and thinking about the future if I should or not.
and what are some extra things needed when caring for them? (besides salt..duh)

 

[xOhDamn]

A 40 gallon or more would be good for a beginner starting a reef tank
But beware, your looking to spend up to 500-1000$
You'd need alot of equipment,
For ex.
Filters,
Skimmers
Lighting
Powerheads
An extra sump tank
30lb+ live rock.
The fish!

Do you research, learn about them.
I gotta say though, its a really fun hobby

 

[tigerz]

imo I would not get anything under 4ft roughly 240 ltr.. hope this helps =)