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6.0 The best fish tanks and accessories for beginners in Melbourne
Anyone who owns or operates a local fish store will frequently come into contact with
customers (usually kids) who are new to the pet fish world. Their first question will
invariably be: "What are the best fish for beginners?" Among the factors they (and their
parents) will take into consideration when setting up new aquariums and selecting pet fish
will be:
Cost (to acquire and maintain)
Ease of care
Hardiness
Compatibility with other fish
What to feed them
Here is a quick list of some good and not so great pet fish for beginners, along with some
notes about their care and dispositions.
Tanks a Lot
First, I personally think it's best for neophyte fish hobbyists to start out with freshwater
fish because saltwater tanks are more challenging in terms of upkeep and maintenance. As
for fish tank size, these should be at least 20 gallons, which is a decent enough yet
manageable size for beginners.