KiwiGal77 Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Hi all, I've just bought my first tropical freshwater tank, so I'm sure you'll see me around asking lots of questions to ensure my new fish are happy and healthy :f77: Have been searching the forums over the last week to help get set-up and it's been a great source of info, so figured I'd join The tank is only 45 litres, and my plan is a couple of platys and small school of tetras. Got the fist two platy yesterday (Comet & Cantab) and they're settling well into their new home: Looking forward to learning heaps and enjoying my new pets! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 I hope you enjoy your new hobby. Remember, patience is the key when it comes to stocking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwiraka Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Welcome! I hope you enjoy your time here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiGal77 Posted January 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Remember, patience is the key when it comes to stocking After owning horses, patience with pets is something I have certainly mastered :lol: Was planning on adding the last Platy in 2 weeks time, then two weeks after that getting the 6ish Tetras (with water testing in between) - does that sound ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 The water tests will help you decide if that works out OK or not. There are a lot of variables. I usually tell people that if they have a standard 2ft tank, start with 4 danio sized fish. If you have a standard 3ft tank then start with 6 danio sized fish. A 4ft, 8 danio sized fish. If all is well after 1 month, then repeat until stocking level is reached. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camtang Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Hi there, enjoy your new hobby! :thup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanmin4304 Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Welcome and enjoy your stay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiGal77 Posted January 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Thanks all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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