What Tank?

[laurasmithuk]

hi all, i currently have a 45 litre tank that i have 6 cories in, a male batta and 6 algae shrimp.

i need to replace the tank today but am not sure what size to get?

 

[Tempestuousfury]

Are you moving these fish over and looking to get more? Looking to get other fish?

The response most apt for this question is the biggest size you can afford and house. That way, water quality does not change as drastically, more fish can be housed, etc.

 

[jarmado]

hi all, i currently have a 45 litre tank that i have 6 cories in, a male batta and 6 algae shrimp.

i need to replace the tank today but am not sure what size to get?

are you planning to add a few more in the future?

 

[laurasmithuk]

could add few more although im not that fussed. tere aint much that can go in with a male betta really.

the 45 litre tank i have at the moment is very scrappy so just looking for a newer one

 

[diademhill]

could add few more although im not that fussed. tere aint much that can go in with a male betta really.

the 45 litre tank i have at the moment is very scrappy so just looking for a newer one

There are lots of fish that can go in wiyth a male betta if the tank is a decent size.
Harlequin rasboras are ideal once you get past about 60 litres.

How big a space do you have & what budget?

 

[laurasmithuk]

i have got about £50 to spend.

dont think i can go that big as not really got the room

 

[diademhill]

i have got about £50 to spend.

dont think i can go that big as not really got the room

Plenty of choice for £50 if you go secondhand.
How big a space do you have? ( & what shape/size is your current tank?)

 

[laurasmithuk]

MY CURRENT TANK IS 18 BY 12 SO NEEDS TO BOUT THAT SIZE AS IT SITS ON A UNIT

sorry about capitals then

 

[diademhill]

MY CURRENT TANK IS 18 BY 12 SO NEEDS TO BOUT THAT SIZE AS IT SITS ON A UNIT

sorry about capitals then

You could probably get a new 18x18x12 tank, which will hold about 60 litres or 18" of adult fish, custom made for about £20-£25. Coverglasses are c.£3

Your existing equipment could be used.
New hoods can be expensive but you can get an excellent effect on a tank this size by having glass covers & mounting a picture light or spot light just above it.

That makes about £35 to get a smart new tank with more volume to fit on your existing unit