I only have neon tetras right now, but I here its harder to breed neons then most tetras. Should I start off with another species for experience? If so, what are good, easier tetras to breed and rear?
I would recommend that you start with Danios or Barbs. After you have got some skills then go over to tetras.
Easy ---Zebras, Tiger Barbs, Ruby Barbs, ect.
Next--Black Tetras, Emperors tetras, Columbians, ect.
Then ---Neons.