250l Tank, What Are My Options

[Gilbertr14]

Hello

I am looking at acquiring a 250l tank (55 Imp, 66 Us) The dimensions are 1m x 0.5 x 0.5, os it is fairly deep.

I already have scissortails and skirted tetras.

What other fish can i introduce?

Angels?
More tetras.
Upside down Cats?
More Tetras (Rummy nose, Red Eye and glass) or any Characins

Can I mix plecs and loaches

Can I only do malawis, or will the tetras become lunch?

What are my options with respect to expanding the tanks, and how many Cm's of fish can I stock.
I do have some plants, and substrate for the three kuhli loaches which i plan to expand to 6 or 8

 

[waterdrop]

Of course, one of the really wonderful things about the hobby is the endless variety of beautiful tanks that can be created. I never cease to enjoy seeing the pictures of peoples different ideas.

There are things to be said for a fish-loaded tank teaming with movement and there are things to be said for a beautiful aquascape with a few big shoals of tetras moving between the plants. I tend to like the latter. Its easy for beginners to fall into the trap of not realizing that too many varieties can spoil "the look."

Angels are of course a classic centerpiece fish to go along with large tetra schools. I envy your nice large tank!

~~waterdrop~~

 

[Gilbertr14]

Thanks Waterdrop

I like shoals myself with one or tho show pieces to break up the tank. Like wise I enjoy the simplicity of just a few fish (like the Malawis) with their brilliant colours
Decisions, decisions.

 

[Gilbertr14]

Any other suggestions anyone?

 

[craig855s]

i hope to get a 250L tank in the summer,ill be stocking with harlequins,honey guarami,corys,guppies,platies and shrimp...i think.May change my mind though,im not sure which other fish are compatable with the ones i like...for instance could i add 2 angels into the tank listed above?