Tetra Art 60 Ltr Any Good? What Fish?

lil-x-me...x · Jan 17, 2009

Hiya,

been looking at the tetra art 60 ltr aqaurium for some time, and may want to start saving up for none if i decide to get one

However whats stock could i put in it, atm i have a 48ltr with:

11 neon tetras, 4 ottos and a zebra loach. the red tail shark and 2 congo tetras im dealing with, no thanks to the shop keeper!? surprise surprise!

what would be compatable with them?

Also i am looking for a stand to go with it, thats not too expensive, thin but would fit the tank on it.
all good prices, im looking at tanks thaqt are £70 but are hoping to get one a little cheaper? £60?

thanks x

lil-x-me...x · Jan 17, 2009

Can be any 60 ltr just not more or less the same as mine, chubby type one as i call them lol

rdd1952 · Jan 17, 2009

Personally, I'm not a big fan of those type tanks. They are usually much more expensive than just getting a glass tank and all the needed items or even something like a 29 gallon starter kit.

As far as stocking is concerned, you are really limited to what you can stock. Mainly smaller tetras, guppies, rasboras, corys, etc. You really need to look to get a larger tank if you have space for it as the congos (very active swimmers) and RTBS (aggressive) you already have need a much larger tank than what they are in (I understand the problem with the fish store). Even the zebra loach needs lots of swimming room.

lil-x-me...x · Jan 17, 2009

http

/www.rocketaquatics.co.uk/classica-a...ver-p-1694.html

This is like the one i have just smaller, i have a 48ltr and i dont want the same style x

tom_os · Jan 17, 2009

i have the tetra tank you are talking about.

i got it as a christmas present and it is perfect as i am a beginner. it came with everything i needed to get started.

at the moment in it i have 3 danios 4 corys and 2 phantom tetras

i would recommend it as a beginners tank for simple fish keeping

Hawkins · Jan 17, 2009

Its nice design, I have the 30L version.

Nice sturdy lid..

Truck · Jan 17, 2009

go to P@H and buy a 60 litre clearseal, then buy a fluval 2+ and a clip on light unit, done

lil-x-me...x · Jan 17, 2009

ok, so what would that look like truck...a little comfused on what you mean?

Sorry if that sounds thick, but not sure when it comes to aquariums that are new to me really, have always just got an aqaurium with the light in ect.

Keithoms · Jan 17, 2009

Well, at pets at home, they sell bog standard plain glass tanks (with some type on hood depending on size) for tiny tiny prices. I have a 30l one for my betta and its very good!

Since this comes with nothing you need a filter (eg fluval 2+), a heater, and some sort of lighting unit. With that you will have saved about 40-50 squid!

lil-x-me...x · Jan 17, 2009

Ahhh ok, just been reserching and this looks a really good deal.

is it suitable for freshwater fish aswell though? thanks x

http

/www.seapets.co.uk/products/aquarium...m-high-60l.html

kbod · Jan 17, 2009

hi i got the 64 litre interpet fishbox from pets at home cost £89.

also if brought with the beech unit it only costs a total of £129.00 that included a filter , filter boost liquid,dechlorinater liquid ,heater,and few more bits ,good deal i thought its been

set up month now and looks good .

kaz

lil-x-me...x · Jan 17, 2009

hiya, have you got a pic?? as cant seem to find it on the web?

thanks x

thomasp9021 · Jan 17, 2009

you could keep a pair of dwarfs like bolivian rams or many otheres. with maybe some cories and lemons

Truck · Jan 17, 2009

clearseal

http

/www.clearseal.com/aquariums_standard_basic_first.htm
^about £20

fluval 2 +
http

/www.charterhouse-aquatics.co.uk/cat...ter-p-1486.html

£18

lighting
http

/www.charterhouse-aquatics.co.uk/cat...ller-p-722.html
about £25 including bulb

heater
100watts
as little as a tener

lil-x-me...x · Jan 18, 2009

well, am i better of with this tank for £66.95?

DOES THIS DO FRESHWATER is my only question about it?

i would of thought it would hold freshwater, but you experts can correct me if needed to.

all that stuff that you sed truck all still adds up to about £63, and then depending on the heater maybe up to £73!? wouldnt it be quicker and easier ordering this one:

http

/www.seapets.co.uk/products/aquarium...m-high-60l.html

any comments welcome x thanks x