You've decided to become an aquarium enthusiast.
You probably want to get out there and stock your tank with as many ichthyoidal wonders as you can cram in.
But hold up! There are a lot of different types of freshwater aquarium fish, many of whom don't play nicely together.
You first need to decide the types of fish you want in your aquarium.
The best starter fish for a fledgling aquarium owner are community fish.
They don't cause trouble, are pretty easy-going, and generally don't need much besides food, water and a wee bit of attention.
They're also social and do best with other fish in the tank.
Mollies are peaceful fish and get along with just about everyone.
Consider them the "girls next door.
" They're schooling fish and do best with three or more of their own kind.
However, males can fight over the girls, so be sure to have at least two or three females to every male in your tank.
Swordtail Platy are vibrant, flashy, friendly, extremely versatile in a lot of different tank conditions, and easy to get along with.
Just like the theatre kids at school.
Rasboras are gentle fish that do well with five or ten of their own kind.
They need to be kept with other gentle fish, though; otherwise they will be harassed and picked on.
Just like the nerds of your class, they just need a little love and attention.
Neon Tetras are the bubbly class president who is friends with everyone.
They like to hang out in small groups, are easy to feed and will eat just about anything.
They can live up to 10 years, however, so know it's going be a real commitment.
Fantail Guppies are happy little survivors known for colorful tails and prolific breeding.
They handle just about any water condition, eat just about anything, and breed prolifically.
Be sure to get just males or just females if you don't want your tank to become Guppyville.
There are many other community types of freshwater aquarium fish to choose from, but these are some of the easiest to care for.
If you're looking for fish that are resilient and easy to take care of, a school of community fish will make you a very happy aquarium owner.
Even though fish can be a small responsibility, they can bring joy to children and families all over the globe.
You probably want to get out there and stock your tank with as many ichthyoidal wonders as you can cram in.
But hold up! There are a lot of different types of freshwater aquarium fish, many of whom don't play nicely together.
You first need to decide the types of fish you want in your aquarium.
The best starter fish for a fledgling aquarium owner are community fish.
They don't cause trouble, are pretty easy-going, and generally don't need much besides food, water and a wee bit of attention.
They're also social and do best with other fish in the tank.
Mollies are peaceful fish and get along with just about everyone.
Consider them the "girls next door.
" They're schooling fish and do best with three or more of their own kind.
However, males can fight over the girls, so be sure to have at least two or three females to every male in your tank.
Swordtail Platy are vibrant, flashy, friendly, extremely versatile in a lot of different tank conditions, and easy to get along with.
Just like the theatre kids at school.
Rasboras are gentle fish that do well with five or ten of their own kind.
They need to be kept with other gentle fish, though; otherwise they will be harassed and picked on.
Just like the nerds of your class, they just need a little love and attention.
Neon Tetras are the bubbly class president who is friends with everyone.
They like to hang out in small groups, are easy to feed and will eat just about anything.
They can live up to 10 years, however, so know it's going be a real commitment.
Fantail Guppies are happy little survivors known for colorful tails and prolific breeding.
They handle just about any water condition, eat just about anything, and breed prolifically.
Be sure to get just males or just females if you don't want your tank to become Guppyville.
There are many other community types of freshwater aquarium fish to choose from, but these are some of the easiest to care for.
If you're looking for fish that are resilient and easy to take care of, a school of community fish will make you a very happy aquarium owner.
Even though fish can be a small responsibility, they can bring joy to children and families all over the globe.