NetMax
February 6th 05, 11:17 PM
"NetMax" > wrote in message news:...
> "Lewis Lang" > wrote in message
> oups.com...
>> Hi. I want to set up a nice 20 gallon. What is the rule regarding how
>> many fishes I should keep in the tank? Are there any differences
>> pros/cons between a regular 20 and a 20-long? What else will I need?
>> Is
>> the hood with light required? What power filter would I need? Combos
>> of
>> fish that cannot stay together (I know about bettas)? Can any
>> tropicals
>> live with goldfish? Any other advice?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Lewis
>
>
> You should be aware that depending on the detail level, a long time can
> be spent in getting answers to all those questions.
>
> Can I suggest the following sequence:
> 1) Start with the knowledge of 1000s at your fingertips with the FAQ.
> http://faq.thekrib.com/begin.html
>
> 2) Familiarize yourself with the local fish stores (LFS) but beware
> that they are reputed to be able to give out very bad advice. The
> purpose of your visit is to narrow your fish choices down a bit (small
> fast fish, just a few regal fish, going for personality - colours -
> activity level etc).
>
> 3) Establish if your home water supply is at any extreme which would
> cause you to avoid certain types of fish (always easier to match your
> fish to your water, than the other way around).
>
> Then come back with your water parameters and some of the fish which
> caught your eye and we will be in a much better position to provide
> semi-intelligent advice.
>
> For some of your general questions:
> In regards to 20 long vs 20 tall, look at the shape of the fish. For
> example, a Comet would prefer the 20 long, while a Ryukin would prefer
> the 20 tall (generally speaking of course). You would be ill-advised
> to mix any combination of tropical, marine, brackish or coldwater
> fishes, so Goldfish do not mix well with tropicals. It's not
> impossible but it's not recommended as an easy introduction to the
> hobby. Aquarium lights are for you and any live plants, as fish get by
> fine with indirect window lighting. It does make it easier to see them
> though ;~).
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> www.NetMax.tk
argh, my answer was directed to
rec.photo.digital;rec.photo.equipment.35mm
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www.NetMax.tk
> "Lewis Lang" > wrote in message
> oups.com...
>> Hi. I want to set up a nice 20 gallon. What is the rule regarding how
>> many fishes I should keep in the tank? Are there any differences
>> pros/cons between a regular 20 and a 20-long? What else will I need?
>> Is
>> the hood with light required? What power filter would I need? Combos
>> of
>> fish that cannot stay together (I know about bettas)? Can any
>> tropicals
>> live with goldfish? Any other advice?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Lewis
>
>
> You should be aware that depending on the detail level, a long time can
> be spent in getting answers to all those questions.
>
> Can I suggest the following sequence:
> 1) Start with the knowledge of 1000s at your fingertips with the FAQ.
> http://faq.thekrib.com/begin.html
>
> 2) Familiarize yourself with the local fish stores (LFS) but beware
> that they are reputed to be able to give out very bad advice. The
> purpose of your visit is to narrow your fish choices down a bit (small
> fast fish, just a few regal fish, going for personality - colours -
> activity level etc).
>
> 3) Establish if your home water supply is at any extreme which would
> cause you to avoid certain types of fish (always easier to match your
> fish to your water, than the other way around).
>
> Then come back with your water parameters and some of the fish which
> caught your eye and we will be in a much better position to provide
> semi-intelligent advice.
>
> For some of your general questions:
> In regards to 20 long vs 20 tall, look at the shape of the fish. For
> example, a Comet would prefer the 20 long, while a Ryukin would prefer
> the 20 tall (generally speaking of course). You would be ill-advised
> to mix any combination of tropical, marine, brackish or coldwater
> fishes, so Goldfish do not mix well with tropicals. It's not
> impossible but it's not recommended as an easy introduction to the
> hobby. Aquarium lights are for you and any live plants, as fish get by
> fine with indirect window lighting. It does make it easier to see them
> though ;~).
> --
> www.NetMax.tk
argh, my answer was directed to
rec.photo.digital;rec.photo.equipment.35mm
--
www.NetMax.tk