New tank...

[nukeman]

I just got my first tank. I know its only a 10 gallon, but you gotta start somewhere. I set it up and let it run for a couple days, then last night i got one of my fellow MFKs filter sponges to get the cycle started. How soon should I add fish and what do you think I should start with. I was thinking either some tetras to make sure everything is ok, or just dive right in with some blue rams. Let me know.

 

[cor]

WOOHH a fellow ND member!

Welcome!


I would go for a convict in a 10g to start off with. The blue rams are a bit flaky, especially with most of ND's HARD water.

 

[nukeman]

good point about the rams, but one question. If the lfs can keep them with the same water i have won't they be alright? I've heard they can be difficult to keep, but i think they are awesome to look at. thanks for the replys!

 

[jvision]

Rams usually don't do too well in new set-ups. Get your tetras - about 6 1"ers to start - and let them get all comfy.

If you have established filter media, don't wait to put some fish in. The beneficial bacteria will starve if there is no ammonia source.

 

[cor]

Are you by chance in Fargo?

Also, its worth a shot to get the rams if you want, a bit cheaper of a solution would be some bolivian rams. I actually had decent luck with them but they would never breed.

 

[cichlaguapote]

I would go with jvision's plan. And if it's rams you really want then go with them. If not have a look and see what other people keep in 10g's.

 

[nukeman]

I'm in Grand Forks.


Thanks for all the info. So if i get the tetras how long before i could add other fish?

BTW this site is awesome!

 

[gomezladdams]

Get fish right away if you have seeded media.
Especially since its your first tank,stock lightly and add some really low maintenance plants
Good luck!

 

[eman b115]

Hey nukeman WELCOME to MFK I too started with a 10, upgraded to a 40, then 60, 100, now currently 120 all this in about a year. I always seem to tell myself that I'm done for now but already I find my self slowly making space for a 150-180gal....just gotta get past my girl..

Anyway; again Welcome to MFK!!!! post up those pics.

 

[ays]

congrats on the new tank.