Briarmoor
Fish Crazy
I like the looks of several of those. What about the rainbow fish (other than they are about $10 a pop)? Where do they swim? I cannot seem to find as much info on them as other fish. When I am sure I am not killing everything I might try some of them instead of something else *if* they are compatible. Netobeto, how does your lone rainbow do with the gouramis? I ruled out a Red Tail shark, just read too many scary things to try one yet. Maybe another tank someday. And I don't think I am prepared yet for Cichlids.sylvia said:If you aren't going to get the pearls, a group of at least 7 tiger barbs should be ok. However, if you do go with the tetras, there are several fish you could choose to fill up the lower levels. If what you are after is a schooling fish, I would suggest going for one of the less nippy barb species such as the checker barb (to 2") or the golden barb (to 4") or the rosy barb (to 3"). In each case, go for a group of at least 6. Other bottom-dwelling fish you can take into consideration are dwarf cichlids such as apistos, rams (I love bolivians) and kribs (pulcher/kribensis).
Regardless of exactly what you choose, research it first to ensure it will be compatible with your other fish and, especialy, research its size. Many ichlids, catfish, loaches and sharks get way to big for your average tank. Oh and never trust your LFS...
As your other tank isn't yet cycled, you are probably best off sticking to the original plan and doing a fishless cycle on the new tank. To speed it up, however, do consider borrowing used filter media/gravel right from one of your LFS's tanks. Make sure the tank you take it from is a healthy one. This can also be employed to speed up the cycle in your 10 gallon of course.
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