You Betta believe it – this fishkeeping guide has a list of 30 best fish for a 10-gallon tank, plus stocking ideas.
A few months ago I got a fish tank - but I had no fish and didn't know where to start. Do you have any idea how many different fish there are? And it's not like you can just bunch them all together willy-nilly - you need to plan this stuff. Put simply, being a fishkeeper requires sofishtication.
For my 10-gallon fish tank, I did extensive research to figure out what I'm supposed to put in it - I ended up with an adorable little Betta. You could say my tank was in the betta phase. Ba-Dum-Tss! I've upgraded since then - and it's been going swimmingly.
Anyway, the good news is, I now know where to find the best resources on fishkeeping - and I'm here to share with you and all the other fishkeeping enthusiasts out there. And, believe it or not, there are a lot of us - 14.7 million, to be exact, in the US.
So let's take a quick glance at what we will learn in this article:
Without further ado, let's dive into the fintastic world of fishkeeping!
While the 10-gallon tank sure is on the smaller end, you can indeed have both medium and large fish in it - it's all a matter of proper planning. That's why you should always consult a size chart and an expert fishkeeping guide before you buy new fish.
If you're looking for small fish, consider Bettas, Mollies, and Rice Fish - all tiny and adorable; for medium species, you'll want to check out the Dwarf varieties: Gourami, Pencilfish, and Rasbora - their colors are just stunning; and for large species, give Harlequin Rasbora and Honey Gourami a chance - they're quite the lookers.
You've probably heard about some of the most popular "starter fish" for 10-gallon tanks - there's a lot of them. I found 30 in total, but I'll briefly go over my top three and include a link to a guide that talks about all 30 fish which are perfect for 10-gallon tanks and for beginners. Let's roll!
Bettas truly are great; for one thing, they're very diverse with lots of colors, patterns, and shapes to choose from. On top of that, they're very hardy, which means you are less likely to accidentally kill them, and they're super independent.
Adding a betta to your tank is a great idea if you want an easy fish to care for and want to add beauty to your fish community.
The ultimate starter fish, Neon Tetras are super easy to care for, have a very peaceful nature, and aren't prone to many diseases. If you want small active swimmers who will delight with their vivid colors and playful nature, Neon Tetra is your best choice.
For a 10-gallon tank, you can get up to eight Neon Tetras - their shoaling behavior will make for a mesmerizing show.
The ultimate fish for Harley Quinn fans... No, I'm just joking. But that is the reason this little beauty caught my eye. For you, however, it may be more important to know that the Harlequin Rasboras are the ideal fish for a planted aquarium. So if you've got a fish tank with lots of greenery, Harlequin Rasboras would love to make it their home.
And in case you're wondering, they do indeed look like they're wearing a black jester suit - it's how they got their name. And that's another thing that makes the perfect addition to a planted aquarium - they add a pop of color to the green setting.
Before you start assembling your fish Avengers, you need to ensure that the fish you choose can coexist harmoniously; consider the following factors:
There are many expert-recommended combos you can try; this includes both community and species tanks. For example, you can pair five Neon Tetras with one Dwarf Gourami - a beautiful, and somewhat delicate, bright orange fish with unique blue markings. Yes, this combo will look as beautiful as you imagine.
And, if you're looking for something a bit more spe-shell, may I recommend adding some snails? In particular, two Nerite Snails combined with six Ember Tetras and three Dwarf Corydoras Catfish.
By now you're probably itching to know where I'm getting all this info from. Well it's time you found out about Fishkeeping Wisdom - they're very wisdomous when it comes to fishkeeping, as you may have guessed. From insightful guides on fish tank and aquarium equipment to helpful advice on proper care for aquatic pets, you'll find it all on the Fishkeeping Wisdom website.
You can get started by reading the ultimate guide to the best fish for 10-gallon tanks - just visit https://www.fishkeepingwisdom.com/fish-for-a-10-gallon-tank/
And, as always, just keep swimming!
