offminded

Hi Guys...

I have a 5 and 6 gallon Eclipse tank. I would like stocking suggestions for both fresh and saltwater...thanks a bunch!!

Amanda

betta!!

offminded

i am so ignorant with frshwater fish...but i thought bettas had to alone because they fight...sorry for the ignorance

Amanda

They do. But there isn't much that you could put in a 5 or 6 gal. tank. Maybe a few male guppies or neons. A single betta in a 5 or 6 gallon tank is perfect.

offminded

i got them both for about $20...i couldn't pass it up

Butters

Ya, a betta is about the only thing that could work in that kind of tank. unless you get a colony of shrimp going?

offminded

but bettas are cool fish...are they easy to care for?

Amanda

VERY easy to care for. Very hardy.

offminded

hmmm...basically gravel and some plants?

Devon

Here ya go: Betta Care Guide



They really are wonderful little creatures... I've rescued two this month and already thinking of getting another...

Amanda

Yes - gravel (not sand as they may try to eat it), plants (live or fake), filter & heater. And you have yourseld one happy betta. After you cycle the tank of course .

offminded

well thanks for all the advice...i'll take it into consideration and check with my "boss."

tanker83

good luck with the new tank!

offminded

thanks!