Zebra Danio (Most Hardy)
Tolerates 65-77°F. Schools, active.
Survives most beginner mistakes.
Group of 5-7 ideal.
White Cloud Minnow
Coldwater alternative. 60-72°F.
Smaller, peaceful, beautiful.
Schools of 6-8.
Harlequin Rasbora
Tropical (76-78°F). Very hardy.
Beautiful orange/black wedge marking.
Group of 6-8.
Betta (Single Fish Tanks)
One betta in 5-10 gallon tank. Solitary fish, doesn't need school.
Hardiest single-species choice for small tanks.
Long lifespan with proper care (3-5 years).
Neon Tetra (Familiar Choice)
Beautiful, schooling, tropical (72-78°F).
Slightly more sensitive than other picks.
Quarantine for Neon Tetra Disease vigilance.
- ✦Skip exotic species (discus, dwarf cichlids) for first tank
- ✦Skip aggressive species (oscars, cichlids) for first tank
- ✦Schooling species need full school count