Top 10 Aquarium Fish for Beginners (Demo List)

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Marc Harrison
Marc Harrison
11th November 2020 in pets
Top 10 Aquarium Fish for Beginners (Demo List)
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  • RasborasRasboras
  • Common GoldfishCommon Goldfish
  • TetrasTetras
  • CorydorasCorydoras
  • PlatiesPlaties
  • Rasboras
    Rasboras
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    Max. Size (inches)
    3
    pH
    Good with other breeds
    • widely available
    • generally grow to 2-5-3 inches
    • peaceful, and do well with most other fish
    • handle a wide range of pH
    • like to be in schools of 6 or more
  • Common Goldfish
    Common Goldfish
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    Max. Size (inches)
    14
    pH
    Good with other breeds

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  • Tetras
    Tetras
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    Max. Size (inches)
    1
    pH
    Good with other breeds

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  • Corydoras
    Corydoras
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    pH
    Good with other breeds

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  • Platies
    Platies
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    Max. Size (inches)
    pH
    Good with other breeds

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