I have a 48 gallon tank. It is 36 inches tall, 20" wide and 18" deep.
The inhabitants I have are:
4 tiny zebra danios
6 regular sized mollies
2 platys
5 female bettas.
2 mini cory cats
1 dwarf groumi
2 small swordtails.
Can I put more in or am I at capacity. The reason I ask is because sometimes the inch per fish rule does not apply and the tank looks fairly empty.
The tank has been up and running for almost 2 months now.
2007-02-23 07:38:36 · 12 answers · asked by hellolost2000 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
The problem with your tank is that it is so tall. 3 feet tall is actually really unusual... are you sure you got that right? If it's the case, then you're at max capacity, because there is so much less surface area and ground area.
If your tank is wider and shorter than what you posted, then you could get a few more fish, like a few more danios or cory cats, just to add to the schools - but even then I would not get any new different fish.
2007-02-23 07:58:56 · answer #1 · answered by Zoe 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Though you could put in a few more small fish I wouldn't suggest it.
If the tank looks empty I would get a few more plants and a larger piece of stone or driftwood to take up some space, and also give the fish a few more hiding places.
2007-02-23 07:48:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you know I have a 48 gallon tank 2 and I have more fish in it than you and they have been living for at least 15 years and they are big now but anyway the answer to your question is you should fist get couple of plants then if you are not satisfied get a medium seized fish like a goldfish but dont get me wrong they produce a lot of waste
2007-02-23 12:04:47 · answer #3 · answered by Hadeel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that's actually too many fish to have in a 48 gallon tank, the rule of thumb is 1 inch of fish per gallon, no matter what size tank you have.
2007-02-23 11:55:14 · answer #4 · answered by environgrl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have very little surface area to that tank, which limits the number of fish it can hold. Looking at the fish you already have, I think you have already surpassed the rate of oxygen and CO2 exchange at the surface.
I wouldn't add anymore.
2007-02-23 07:48:59 · answer #5 · answered by .... . .-.. .-.. --- 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't. If the tank looks empty and it is bothering you go to the local fish/pet store and check out their selection of plants. I would go with fake plants. Real live plants are a lot harder to take care of and are more expensive. Plus fake plants are easier to take care of. Hope I helped!
2007-02-23 07:58:28 · answer #6 · answered by kool aid man. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest that you don't. Maybe about two more small fish but no more!!!
2007-02-23 11:12:15 · answer #7 · answered by ctrisha3 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to keep in mind your fish will grow....
2007-02-23 08:25:32 · answer #8 · answered by tayshea143 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'd suggest u wait alil while longer just in case, or maybe introduce one fish at a time just in case
2007-02-23 07:50:50 · answer #9 · answered by riah 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You have enough for now give them room to grow....Enjoy
2007-02-23 08:19:23 · answer #10 · answered by PATRICK H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋