Getting Started with Fishkeeping

Beginner-Friendly Fish for Your First Aquarium

Starting your fishkeeping journey is exciting, but choosing the right fish is crucial for success. Some species are hardy, low-maintenance, and perfect for beginners, while others require more experience. Here’s a list of five beginner-friendly fish that are beautiful, adaptable, and easy to care for.

Betta Fish (Betta splendens)

Why They're Great:

Bettas are stunning with their flowing fins and vibrant colors. They’re hardy and can live in smaller tanks, making them perfect for beginners with limited space.

Tank Size: At least 5 gallons.

Care Tips:

• Keep them in a heated, filtered tank.

• Bettas are territorial, so house them alone unless you’re experienced with tankmates

  
  

.Guppies (Poecilia reticulata)

Why They're Great:

Guppies are colorful, lively, and very forgiving of water quality fluctuations, making them ideal for beginners.

Tank Size: 10 gallons or more.

Care Tips:

• They breed easily, so start with a single-sex group if you don’t want babies.

• Feed them a varied diet of flakes, frozen, or live food.