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TripleB67 · 07-02-2012, 07:44 AM

After my problem with neon tetras (see story below), I'm looking for something else to put in our 5 gallon tank.

Here are my thoughts as to what put in the 5 gallon tank, after it is completely cycled.

For the fish I'm thinking either:
1) a couple of male guppies; how many would be comfortable in a 5 gallon tank?
2) or a Betta; although I think my 5 year old would like to watch more than 1 fish

For the bottom dweller I'm thinking either:
A) African Dwarf Frogs; how many could a 5 gallon tank house? do they need special food?
B) Julii Cory Catfish; maybe two. I think the tank is too small for them? I've heard they aren't very active?
C) Cherry Shrimp; although I heard they multiply like crazy? I would worry about the babies going inside our 'cave', passing away, and me not being able to see them.

So, for the most interesting/fun/exciting/easy-to-care-for set up I can make from the above possibilities?

Thanks for all your input, help, and patience.

TripleB67

I unfortunately must not have cycled the tank properly before adding the fish yesterday morning. I added 6 Neon Tetras and after 9 hours, only 1 remained. This morning the 1 neon tetra is still swimming strong. I'm going to have my water tested by a 'pro' today.

07-02-2012, 07:44 AM	#1
TripleB67 Fishy Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 28	5 Gallon Fish - 'Funnest' way to go? After my problem with neon tetras (see story below), I'm looking for something else to put in our 5 gallon tank. Here are my thoughts as to what put in the 5 gallon tank, after it is completely cycled. For the fish I'm thinking either: 1) a couple of male guppies; how many would be comfortable in a 5 gallon tank? 2) or a Betta; although I think my 5 year old would like to watch more than 1 fish For the bottom dweller I'm thinking either: A) African Dwarf Frogs; how many could a 5 gallon tank house? do they need special food? B) Julii Cory Catfish; maybe two. I think the tank is too small for them? I've heard they aren't very active? C) Cherry Shrimp; although I heard they multiply like crazy? I would worry about the babies going inside our 'cave', passing away, and me not being able to see them. So, for the most interesting/fun/exciting/easy-to-care-for set up I can make from the above possibilities? Thanks for all your input, help, and patience. TripleB67 I unfortunately must not have cycled the tank properly before adding the fish yesterday morning. I added 6 Neon Tetras and after 9 hours, only 1 remained. This morning the 1 neon tetra is still swimming strong. I'm going to have my water tested by a 'pro' today.