28G Low Boy questions...

Bloodthirsty77

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While I was moving my daughter into her college I got her a beta and a self-contained tank for it. While I was looking I saw the low boy tanks and they are a perfect size for an office aquarium on my credenza at work. I prefer understocking tanks so my first thoughts are a couple rams maybe some very small shoaling fish and bottom dwellers. Totally open to other suggestions. Definitely like unique looking fish and my background is in keeping American cichlids.

Additionally what type of filtration is suggested for these types of tanks? When I kept tanks I had bigger tanks(120+) and used canisters. Assuming I don't need anything like that on such a small tank. Maybe a hang on back with powerheads? I dunno since the game and tech has changed in the hobby since I exited. TIA for any and all suggestions.
 
While I was moving my daughter into her college I got her a beta and a self-contained tank for it. While I was looking I saw the low boy tanks and they are a perfect size for an office aquarium on my credenza at work. I prefer understocking tanks so my first thoughts are a couple rams maybe some very small shoaling fish and bottom dwellers. Totally open to other suggestions. Definitely like unique looking fish and my background is in keeping American cichlids.

Additionally what type of filtration is suggested for these types of tanks? When I kept tanks I had bigger tanks(120+) and used canisters. Assuming I don't need anything like that on such a small tank. Maybe a hang on back with powerheads? I dunno since the game and tech has changed in the hobby since I exited. TIA for any and all suggestions.
I’d go with a pair of shellies, I know your experience is with new worlds, but a colony of small multis is awesome
 
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For your low boy aquarium, consider Apistogramma cichlids, Ember or Neon Tetras, and Corydoras catfish for a colorful, low-bio-load setup. Use a hang-on-back filter for easy maintenance, or a sponge filter for quieter operation. Powerheads can help with water movement if needed, but ensure the filtration suits your fish and maintains good water quality.
 
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