New tank and fish suggestions???

[mannymouse]

Hey everyone!
I was thinking about getting a 20gal or maybe larger. I'd like to have some neon tetras, guppies, mollies, and a Pleco. How many of each do you suggest? I know that some are schooling fish, they are live bearers so we will have babies, and only need 1 Pleco. Also any tips on maintenance, type of substrate (gravel or sand), and cycling?? I'm new at this and want to do things right I currently have a betta as well in a 2 gal tank
Thanks for the help!!! Anything would be greatly appreciated!!

 

[Pandicorn]

I like sand, looks nicer IMO. However, a Pleco should not be held in tanks under 50 gallons. They get HUGE, and I mean like a foot long. Guppies do reproduce a LOT, and you will have to find a place to give them away or recommend them or else they will quickly overpopulated your tank.

 

[Pandicorn]

Guppies and Mollies will interbreed. Some like this, others don't. Take that into consideration too.

 

[mannymouse]

Thank you for the advice! I will look into getting a bigger tank for the Pleco and everyone my mom had a tank with those types of fish at work and a coworker took care of it, and we loved having all of the fry and watching them grow so the interbreeding isn't a big problem. Thanks again.

 

[Pandicorn]

Happy to help! Be sure to go to aqadvisor.com to see if your tank size and filter are adequate.

 

[mannymouse]

I'll definitely check it out we haven't gotten anything yet so that helps a lot! I figured coming here for advice would be a good idea before doing anything just yet. any other tips or info?

 

[Pandicorn]

Make sure you get adequate filtration and heating. Rinse your substrate well to prevent cloudiness. Live plants help too

 

[mannymouse]

Thanks again I'll definitely check everything out before buying! Lol