what would be the best kind of fish to get that are easy to take care of?

Question

I had neon tetras, black phantom tetras and glo-lite tetras but they all died. So now all I have left is my algea eater haha. So what kind should I try that are easy to maintain??

maybe it's my water or could I be doing something wrong why they all died. because I have gone through 9 fish in the last 3 and half weeks. and I use distilled water.

Answer 1

DONT GET A GOLDFISH. I doubt your tank is big enough and if your algae eater is a pleco they dont mix. Plecos like the taste of goldfish slime and will eat them. Goldfish also aren't easy to maintain. Distilled water isn't good to use in fish tanks either, it lacks the necessary minerals the fish need. Use tap water and a good water conditioner like Prime. Get a test kit too so you can keep an eye on the water params, if your tank is somewhat new that is what could be killing your fish. The ammonia from their poo is deadly and if your tank isn't cycled then you will need to do more water changes until it is. If you like the fish you had then you can get them again just check the water to make sure it is safe and dont overstock cause that will make it harder to keep safe.


For all you people that suggest goldfish maybe you should do a little research before you tell other people to get them. And a koi? They get up to 3 feet and need 250 gallons each. Why dont you just tell them to get a whale? At least that way hopefully the person wouldn't actually do it.

Answer 2

Some of the best companions for a large algae eater are goldfish (part of the Carp family) and Oscar fish. They are also very easy to care for.

The Goldfish will live very well in cool water, but remember, your algae eater may prefer water that is in the mid 70's. They also get along well together and are very social. New research says that they will actually miss you when you are gone.

The Oscar fish is usually a mild-manned fish. They can grow to a very large size depending on the size of your tank. They also are social and like to watch what you are doing and come to the front of the tank to look at you.

Answer 3

start with a few gold fish try are easiest if they live more up to tetras, molly's and other similar fish...best of luck ...if they all die empty the tank ...clean it well and start over...if only the alge eater still remain test your water of take a sample to the pet store and they will normaly test it for free and tell you what you need to buy... make sure the water is moving well in the filter...if not the fish will not get enough oxygen ...that might be a simple problem to fix if it's not the water it's self

Answer 4

Catfish are pretty hardy and Guppies are tough.

You can use tap water. Let it sit overnight so the chlorine will dissipate.

I assume you have a tank heater. If not your fish may be getting chilled.

Answer 5

learn what care is needed before you purchase fish. There is no easy fish, all require care, some might live longer with neglect, but all fish need to be taken care of, after all you are the one that sticks them in that tiny space and expects them to thrive with no care.

Answer 6

I prefer a community fish. Goldfish are dirty fishes and are hard to maintain. Agressive fish are hard to maintain too, they fight a lot especially in a group of fish. Good Luck !

Answer 7

Beta fish are just like gold fish and are SOOOOO easy to take care of......just don't put two in the same tank!!! Feed them once in the morning and once at night. clean the tank once a week (and it lives in a small tank so it takes like 5min to clean) and that is pretty much all you have to do.......EASY!!!

Answer 8

you need to filter the water. Get some gold fish. they're cheap and easy to maintain.

Answer 9

If your new to the hobby I would purchase a fish book for beginners they are quite helpful.

Answer 10

a beta fish is easy to take care of just dont over feed it