jschweg
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
Hello all, I just began to establish my first aquarium, I'm very new to fishkeeping, just had a few questions/concerns.
The tank is a 10g. I had wanted to go larger, but due to the space requirements and the size of my apartment, it just wasn't possible. Along with that I have a Whisper 100 Power Filter, 50W heater, and a standard fluorescent hood.
1) Currently the only fish in the tank are 4 Corys for the break-in period. I've read that these fish are pretty tough and should do okay until the cycle is over in a month. Should I consider adding any additional fish before the month is over?
2) The tank has been running now for a few days, the water is slightly cloudy. I've read that this is normal for a new tank and that it will pass.
3) I would really like to place some real plants in the tank. The floor of the tank is entirely medium sized gravel. I'm looking for a VERY low maintenance plant that doesn't need much more than placing it in the tank and leaving the light on for a certain period every day. Any suggestions?
The tank is a 10g. I had wanted to go larger, but due to the space requirements and the size of my apartment, it just wasn't possible. Along with that I have a Whisper 100 Power Filter, 50W heater, and a standard fluorescent hood.
1) Currently the only fish in the tank are 4 Corys for the break-in period. I've read that these fish are pretty tough and should do okay until the cycle is over in a month. Should I consider adding any additional fish before the month is over?
2) The tank has been running now for a few days, the water is slightly cloudy. I've read that this is normal for a new tank and that it will pass.
3) I would really like to place some real plants in the tank. The floor of the tank is entirely medium sized gravel. I'm looking for a VERY low maintenance plant that doesn't need much more than placing it in the tank and leaving the light on for a certain period every day. Any suggestions?