Buying an Aquarium for a Child or Teen in Melbourne Buying an Aquarium for Child or Teen in Melbourne | Page 12

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.