SpAceGiRl94
Aquarium Advice Regular
Hello all,
So I just got another 10 gallon today (I managed to get a used tank, filter, hood, heater, and stand for $10). Problem is it came with a female platy and a black nerite snail (probably) that I didn't realize were in the tank. The old owner transported them in the tank but I had to drain it in order to be able to carry it up the stairs. Luckily I had a ziplock bag that I put both guys in and am currently acclimating them to my water/temp. I also have the heater plugged in and going. I decided to go ahead and keep the current filter for now just because it's already cycled and I know that the move caused the platy and snail enough stress. Luckily, I had already planned on getting platies or another beginner fish type for the 10 gallon so I'm definitely keeping these two. I'm not sure on what precise species these guys are (I'll be posting pictures in a minute) but questions are:
- when I get these two accustomed to their new home, can I get 2 more FEMALE platies or would that be overstocking? I don't want fry.
Notes on the tank and equipment: I asked the old owner and she said that all the equipment was purchased as part of the 10 gallon starter kit at Walmart so I ASSUME that the filter is a tetra whisper 2 to 10 gallon filter. I'm not sure on the heater. Again pictures below.
Also I know the water level is low. I was hoping a lower water level may result in the water being better for the heater to get the water to the correct temp. And then I'll add more water.
So I just got another 10 gallon today (I managed to get a used tank, filter, hood, heater, and stand for $10). Problem is it came with a female platy and a black nerite snail (probably) that I didn't realize were in the tank. The old owner transported them in the tank but I had to drain it in order to be able to carry it up the stairs. Luckily I had a ziplock bag that I put both guys in and am currently acclimating them to my water/temp. I also have the heater plugged in and going. I decided to go ahead and keep the current filter for now just because it's already cycled and I know that the move caused the platy and snail enough stress. Luckily, I had already planned on getting platies or another beginner fish type for the 10 gallon so I'm definitely keeping these two. I'm not sure on what precise species these guys are (I'll be posting pictures in a minute) but questions are:
- when I get these two accustomed to their new home, can I get 2 more FEMALE platies or would that be overstocking? I don't want fry.
Notes on the tank and equipment: I asked the old owner and she said that all the equipment was purchased as part of the 10 gallon starter kit at Walmart so I ASSUME that the filter is a tetra whisper 2 to 10 gallon filter. I'm not sure on the heater. Again pictures below.
Also I know the water level is low. I was hoping a lower water level may result in the water being better for the heater to get the water to the correct temp. And then I'll add more water.