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[Laser]

Aqua Advisor says this tank would be over stocked at 116% but I disagree. Let me know what you think. I already have the 8 guppies, but I am open to suggestions otherwise.

8 (male) guppies
3 (probably f/f/m) swordtails
5-6 sterbai corys

 

[icydeath]

It might be pushing it, but I think you would be alright. I wouldn't replace the guppies as they die off to get you to a lower stocking then renew at a certain level.

 

[treemanone2003]

While the guppies could be easily done in the 20g I would have to agree with it being overstocked with the additional choices. As well, the high activity levels of the others, they should really be in a 30g.


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[Laser]

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback.

 

[Coyne]

Even if it's not overstocked now, it will be after the guppies and swordtails start breeding. ?


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[Coursair]

Swords are active swimmers. Females can hit 5". I recommend these for 30g or larger. 50g is better.

They are jumpers ! A tight lid is recommended. I know LiveAquaria says 20g min. , but I disagree in this case.

https://www.aqua-fish.net/articles/caring-breeding-swordtail-fish-aquariums




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[Laser]

Thanks, I'll probably scratch the swordtails and I'm not worried about the guppies breading unless they can change their sex like Jurassic Park style.

 

[fishychick]

Aqua Advisor says this tank would be over stocked at 116% but I disagree. Let me know what you think. I already have the 8 guppies, but I am open to suggestions otherwise.

8 (male) guppies
3 (probably f/f/m) swordtails
5-6 sterbai corys

It would certainly be an active tank. I have a 20 gallon with 6 male guppies and 7 panda corys and there is tons of movement all the time! I'm glad I don't have more fish in that tank, visually it's sort of overwhelming, it just looks full. Guppies are crazy. I love them, but they're nuts...at least mine are.