new fish

[Reygan2]

Just made the long trek to my nearest fs. I bought a neon tetra to fill out that school, and bought 2 panda cory's. I will fill that school out Tuesday when they get more in. I didn't use the drip method because I forgot to get tubing, but I did put their bag in a bowl and added my tank water slowly over 45 minutes, pouring out the extra. So that puts me at:
1 DG
5 neon tetras
3 black neon tetras
2 panda corys (soon to be 6)
29 gallons
I think I have room for more, but I just can't decide what to get. Everybody seems happy Any suggestions on fish to add? I know I need mid and top level.

 

[bruinsbro1997]

Hatchetfish maybe? Also I'd suggest filling out the school of black neons...

 

[Reygan2]

Will that help them to come out? They constantly stay in the far back corner and barely even dart out to eat. The only other time they venture out for a few seconds is when the DG cruises through their corner.

 

[bruinsbro1997]

Will that help them to come out? They constantly stay in the far back corner and barely even dart out to eat. The only other time they venture out for a few seconds is when the DG cruises through their corner.

Definitely! The more you keep, the more secure they feel.

 

[Reygan2]

Great, thanks for the info!

 

[Reygan2]

What is the ideal temp for these guys? The tank is 76 degrees now. Should I gradually up the temp or leave it?

 

[bruinsbro1997]

IMO 76 degrees if fine.

 

[Reygan2]

I am absolutly LOVING my new panda cory'sI had no idea they were so adorable! I can't wait to get the rest of them. My only concern is: how do I know if they have enough to eat?

 

[bruinsbro1997]

I am absolutly LOVING my new panda cory'sI had no idea they were so adorable! I can't wait to get the rest of them. My only concern is: how do I know if they have enough to eat?

It's not really much of a concern, more than often mine eat food that drifts down to the bottom and on the occassion when they're not happy with what they get, eat algae on plants or rocks.

 

[Mattefect]

Don't worry about cories they basically take care of themselves as long as a little food goes to the bottom they will find it and eat it. Awesome fish I agree

 

[Reygan2]

I cannot believe it! I was just watching my fish...feeling all good about my cycle being finished and my fish looking good..and then there it was, ich. My DG has a couple of spots on his fins. I could cry. So I guess I'll be in the other forum for a while. I am heartbroken.