Advice on setting up a new tank?

[pitbull]

Hello I have recently joined this forum because I am going to be getting new tropical fish, i havn't had much luck in the past with them and was wondering if you could offer advice to me and tell me all the sorts of things i should look out for and what sort of fish i should get. I have a 10 gallon tank with a filter, heater , themometer and lights.
Please could you give me advice on what I should do in order to keep my fish alive, thank you so much

 

[Mr. Limpet]

Welcome aboard!

I'd like to suggest you read the stickie on "fishless cycling" first so that when you are ready for fish your tank will be in the best condition possible.

 

[pitbull]

Okay thanks for that will do right away!

 

[BigJim]

+1 for the fishless cycle. There's a link in my signature. Also, do your homework before deciding you want a certain fish. It's very easy to pick the wrong fish for a 10g. If you have questions, feel free to ask here.

 

[pitbull]

Okay thank you i was thinking about getting neon tetra first just to try it out

 

[BigJim]

Neons are a good choice for a 10g after it's been cycled.

 

[pitbull]

Okay thanks

 

[Smitty]

IMO I would like a Zerbra Danio before a neon. Granted, they aren't as bright but they are a much hardier fish. Also i think some cherry barbs would do OK as well.