10g

[dixaisy930]

Are you set on a fish? What about an african CLAWED frog?

 

[modernhamlet]

ummm any kind of fish but only one

some fish that is cool

expensive

Why are you attached to the idea of a solitary fish? Are you looking for as "big" a fish as you can get? I'm confused.

I really can't think of a really good choice, other than the above mentioned dwarf puffer.

There are some really interesting ideas for pairs/trios that would work in a 10g, but you're not looking for that, so...

Good luck!

 

[gale]

Hm then that sounds like an alright idea. I don't know much about africans though.

a 10 gallon is hard to stock. I'd say this is a common question... perhaps someone should write a small tank guide and make it a sticky?

That's an excellent idea. I'm getting ready to set up a small tank and would love to see suggestions and scenarios for it.

 

[gale]

ummm any kind of fish but only one

some fish that is cool

expensive

Why are you attached to the idea of a solitary fish? Are you looking for as "big" a fish as you can get? I'm confused.

I really can't think of a really good choice, other than the above mentioned dwarf puffer.

There are some really interesting ideas for pairs/trios that would work in a 10g, but you're not looking for that, so...

Good luck!

My guess is that he wants to spend a lot on a fish so that it's cool and impressive, but doesn't want to spend it X2. Or 3 or more.

 

[NinjaSmurf]

Um, not all of us are into the whole community thing. Don't get me wrong, community tanks can be fun, but it's cool to have just one fish that becomes sort of a dog in a tank sort of thing. And not all fish need to be with other fish. I'm not talking about tetras or anything like that, but some fish are just fine by themselves. Also, most of the fish are that are neat and not your common sort of fish are expensive, so sometimes asking for the expensive fish is a better way to try and find a fish that is more uncommon. Not always, but when you're starting out....

The dwarfs would be a good idea, I'm sure there is some sort of dwarf cichlid that would be fine on it's own. A plakat is a betta that is rarer in a lot of places, and they can cost a pretty penny too, so that's always a possibility. Perhaps there is an eel that could fit in there, I don't know for sure. Eels are neat. Rams aren't exactly rare, but one would look good in a tank. Can't think of anything else at the moment...

 

[modernhamlet]

Um, not all of us are into the whole community thing. Don't get me wrong, community tanks can be fun, but it's cool to have just one fish that becomes sort of a dog in a tank sort of thing. And not all fish need to be with other fish.

I understand the sentiment, but I wanted the poster to know that there are other options besides communities and a solitary fish. I say this primarily because most fish that would do well on their own would need more space than a 10g.

The species tank is a wonderful option that allows you to focus the attention on a single species, while adding the interest of interaction, hierarchy and potentially breeding to the equation.

A pair of killifish for example... Or a trio of Tanganykan shell dwellers...

Anyway, that's my $0.02 and change.

 

[Sorrell]

I agree with a Clawed frog. We have three of them, the oldest Jabba is 22 and has lived in the same 10 gallon her whole life all alone. They are very fun to watch while eating and get large.

Here's a picture, she's about the size of my hand

 

[Dorkhedeos]

how about a khuli loach?

 

[NinjaSmurf]

I know, but I also know that a lot of people tell you to get more than one fish, and sometimes I just want one fish, I don't care about the interaction or breeding. I just know that when you tell most people that you just want one fish, they freak out and say all about a bunch of fish that can go together, or fish that are the same but can go in together, and it can be really frustrating trying to find a single fish without everyone jumping in and saying 'get community!', or 'get a school of -----! They'll look awesome!' A species tank is awsome too, but if they want solitary, then lets help them get solitary.


*the above can not be held against me in the court of law. In the meantime, bettamania, where are you? Don't we get a hint if we're moving in the right direction?*


Ooo, ooo, I forgot, what about peacock gudeons? Don't they stay small???

 

[mandi]

how about a khuli loach?

I thought kuhli loaches needed really big tanks, like 50-gallon or bigger? I could be wrong though...

 

[sylvia]

Khuli loaches get to a mx size of 4.5 inches so they don't require a massive tank but do best with some company so they are not an option as a solitary fish.

A bristlenose pleco could live alone in a 10 gallon.
Some gouramies will also do well alone.
Paradise fish are an excellent choice for a relatively small, solitary fish.
Bettas are the obvious option but you may not want one.
Climbing Perches are also an option though harder to get hold of. The same upplies to some stenopomas.
I'm sure there are several species of cichlid that would be ok solitary in a 10 gallon.
Or you could try a red-tailed black shark
A single male swordtail may be a nice fish for this tank but it may or may not enjoy the solitary life.
Puffers are obviously another option...
So many choices

 

[Discomafia]

Bristlenose plec in a 10 gallon? They grow up to 6" right? Can this be done? I mean, I've never heard of that being done before! Someone please correct me if I'm wrong about anything...

 

[sylvia]

Yes they do grow to 6 inches but it depends on the dimensions of the tank. A 10 gallon can accomodate them if it is wide enough.

 

[jflowers]

How about looking for some shell dwelling african chiclids, a pair should go well in a 10g. BUT research first, have a look through the african chiclids forum, theres tons there on shellies.

Jon