fishclubgirl Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 I have some girardinus falcatus(blue eyed livebearer) that seem hardy and prolific. Really like to watch them. They look kind of like a scissor tail rasbora. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish_Frenzy Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 I personally think the Red Rainbows will be too big for that size tank. If you are interested in a schooling fish, I would trade in the Rainbows and the kribs for a larger school of Rummy nose or Cardinals. The key with Rummy-nose tetras and Cardinals is a well aged tank (set up for at least a year) and warmer water (82F). Both of these guys love a well planted tank. Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BettaBeats Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 I am really enjoying my Rasbora Hets. just 5 of them in my 10 gallon planted aquarium works really well and I get a lot of enjoyment watching them dart around. they are a simple and attractive fish too and can individually be quite curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qtheepie Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 Rainbows might be the ones killing your schooling fish. My rainbows might be the ones killing them? I always thought it was probably my kribs?!? And rainbows known for that? Do I need to get rid of them if I am going to get more little fish? I've always had success with Serpae tetras, when you get them in a well planted tank they get a bright red and are gorgeous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjsomers Posted November 1, 2009 Report Share Posted November 1, 2009 I have some girardinus falcatus(blue eyed livebearer) that seem hardy and prolific. Really like to watch them. They look kind of like a scissor tail rasbora. I agree with fishclubgirl the falcatus make an awesome school and extremely hardy and prolific. They have been the most active school I have and have loved my planted tank. I started with 8 and how have over 32 (thanks AM). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Westle Posted November 1, 2009 Report Share Posted November 1, 2009 (edited) I have a school of 43 Cardinal Tetras and 16 Denasoni Barbs in my planted and they look awesome You might not have the room for the Denasonis but 20 Cardinals would look very nice Edited November 1, 2009 by ihavefish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borgy Posted November 11, 2009 Report Share Posted November 11, 2009 I have just bought 12 neons for a dollar each they look great in my tank I had a 90g tank for years back in England, i didn't have a problem keeping neons Angelfish on the other hand always died. Borgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesp Posted November 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2009 A dollar each? From where? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borgy Posted November 11, 2009 Report Share Posted November 11, 2009 A dollar each? From where? Riverfront Aquariums $1 for young one , and $2 for adults Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishclubgirl Posted November 13, 2009 Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 Reading through this, I noticed she had given up on neons(as I did many years ago). My other suggestion in the tetra group would be blue tetras. I had a group several years ago that ended up passing away due to old age. They were very hardy and quite pretty. Then I got bitten by the "betta" bug and the rest is history!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesp Posted November 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 I sure hope 'she' is talking about someone else....... Is it my name that seems feminine or is it my writing ability? (sniffsniff) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishclubgirl Posted November 13, 2009 Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 Haven't you heard that "Boys don't cry". My bad, I'm better at sexing fish than AA members. Good thing, my bf's not on here or we would've never hooked up!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krystle Posted November 13, 2009 Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 Emperor tetras are beautiful schooling fish. I love how the males have blue eyes and the female's eyes are like a lime green. Very unique little fish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChakaRaka Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 Hi Everyone, Seeing as you all seem pretty well versed in shoal/schooling fish, I have a semi-related question to ask. I know that you have to keep most of this type of fish in the half-dozen minimum quantities, but can that half-dozen be made up of different types? For example, I have a smaller tank and can not support much more than the minimum required number of 6, but for that 6 could you have say, 2 Green Tetras, 2 Cardinal Tetras and 2 Lemon Tetras? Or do all 6 have to be of the same species? This question has been on my mind frequently as I try to pick my new pets but still have some color and variety in my tiny newbie tank. Thanks for your time. ChakaRaka. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catshanon Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 Hi Everyone, For example, I have a smaller tank and can not support much more than the minimum required number of 6, but for that 6 could you have say, 2 Green Tetras, 2 Cardinal Tetras and 2 Lemon Tetras? Or do all 6 have to be of the same species? ChakaRaka. I believe if the fish are of the same size, then they can school together. Color of the fish should also play a part, I think .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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