Well, here's the problem.
I've always wanted to get a fish, because they're cheaper, and I live in a poor but loved family. My dad said that we'll get a pet fish soon, but the problem is, I don't know what kind of fish is kind, and the sorta hyper or lazy type.
2007-08-21 10:10:59 · 11 answers · asked by jadeyjadey123 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
here is on what you will need in the first place
http://fishlesscycling.com/articles/new_aquarium_needs.html
as for fish i would go with the tropicals, since they're not aggressive
there are many to choose from
danios, neons are schooling fish and need to be in a group of at least 6
guppy's, mollies, platies, just to name a few
cory cats for the bottom
Hope that helps
Good luck
EB
2007-08-21 11:02:49 · answer #1 · answered by Kribensis lover 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I suggest a Betta Fish, they are easy to care for, you can put him in a 2 gallon bowl with some gravel and a ornament and he is perfectly fine! No filter or anything like that is necessary. All of this can cost around $20 to $30 dollars. Betta's a also beautiful and can live in a bowl and will do great!
Hope this Helps!
-Capp
2007-08-21 18:12:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you don't have $50 dollars to spend to get your fish and set up all the necessary equipment, fish aren't for you. Goldfish get about 2 feet long and require massive tanks (they will die very young in a bowl). Most fish require a heater and a tank of a reasonable size. Your best option would be to get a 2 gallon tank with a heater and filter (about $20 at Walmart) and get a Betta. They are very colorful, and when kept in heated tanks, very active as well. Email me if you have any questions.
Nosoop4u
2007-08-21 17:21:35 · answer #3 · answered by nosoop4u246 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I have platy fish... aka Mickey Mouse fish. They are very easy to take care of. A freshwater tank... All they need is some food every day. They get along with each other (and other fish) very well.
2007-08-22 11:57:45 · answer #4 · answered by theewokprincess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would get a betta they can be kept in fish bowls or tanks. Also if you do get a betta get a male they are bigger and much much more colorful
2007-08-21 19:23:29 · answer #5 · answered by Angelface 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best way to get a fisha nd cheap is, got to walmart, they have these 5 - 10 gallon tanks with all the equipment ready, get a goldfish, a black moore to be exact, they are kool huge eyes and inexpensive, they are really easy to take care off too
2007-08-21 18:32:59 · answer #6 · answered by Raul G 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion if you can afford at least a 2ft or 3 ft tank, I would recommend you to keep Oscars as they are easy to take care, hardy (Not easy to contract diseases) and they are one of the most responsive fishes to their owners available..
Betta is nice but its just too tiny for viewing..
Gold Fish aren't easy fishes to keep for beginners, they are prone to parasites and diseases..
2007-08-21 17:35:30 · answer #7 · answered by andychenap 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a betta fish is the best they are fun to watch and live the longest and are colored very nice they are great fish
2007-08-21 17:18:13 · answer #8 · answered by vet and pet expert 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a little 5 gal and get a betta or a dwarf gourami they are both pretty and easy to care for
2007-08-21 19:13:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well gold fish are always a good choice,, but my friend has a zimbobway fish...obviously from there but they are a good fish, angel fish are hyper and lazy at the same time GREAT fish good luck
2007-08-21 17:18:20 · answer #10 · answered by Chelsea S 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋