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Perky Mega Fish Posts: 1064 Kudos: 1036 Votes: 162 Registered: 24-Nov-2003	Ok, tell us your tank size in gallons, UK and US if possible, and then also tell us your stocking. Reason being is certain fish might not be very good with your current stock. I am going to suggest African Butterflyfish and if you can get 2 but if you hav esmall fish that go up to the surface sometimes and stay there for a while African Butterflyfish may not be such a good idea
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
mvicano Fingerling Posts: 41 Kudos: 27 Votes: 0 Registered: 26-May-2004	i would say plattys.........there nice to look at, cheap, easy care, and they normally stay at the surface
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
wishgarden Small Fry Posts: 12 Votes: 0 Registered: 05-Jul-2004	I have a wrestling halfbeak. Sorry don't remember the scientific name. He is really unusual looking and stays at the top level of tank at all times. He's about 2" now but can grow to 4.5". Definately worth a look, if you would like sometning peaceful, small but very unusual.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
davetherave Hobbyist Posts: 112 Kudos: 82 Votes: 1 Registered: 12-May-2004	Thanks everyone Brought some Zebra's a couple of weeks ago and they are just fine - not disturbing the other community at all Brought some Marble hatchets tonight from teh LFS - had a deal with him and brought 7 for 6 and a free plant - it pays to barter - LOL - try it as it works when the gaffer not about - they are great - lovely fish Working with two FLUVALS at the moment and "cleaning" tank weekly - hope to move some fish to my new 240 litre tank when the Wifes had her new carpet down in the very near future Regards Dave
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Clown_Loach_Kid Fish Addict Posts: 682 Kudos: 1043 Votes: 34 Registered: 23-Jan-2004	u guys have gotta remember this is the uk ur talking about u cant get most fish u guys in other countries can get 6x2x2 - Firemouth and Oscar Tank 30+ royal pythons. Back in the game after 4 years out ..
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Perky Mega Fish Posts: 1064 Kudos: 1036 Votes: 162 Registered: 24-Nov-2003	Could you just write down the tank size and the fish in your tank so we can suggest the best fish for your tank!
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Atheris Enthusiast Posts: 263 Kudos: 24 Votes: 0 Registered: 11-Jul-2001	i would definately go for some hatchetfish, a nice school of 6-7 or more depending on your tank size
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
freeblaze Enthusiast Posts: 279 Kudos: 421 Votes: 40 Registered: 27-Feb-2004	I vote for the African Butterfly ... Like in my sig..
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
robbanp Big Fish Posts: 367 Kudos: 808 Votes: 205 Registered: 08-Sep-2003	Splashing tetras or whatever they are called in english might be an interesting alternative if the tank is covered. So here I am once more...
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Jason_R_S Moderator Posts: 2811 Kudos: 2421 Votes: 391 Registered: 18-Apr-2001	Arrowanas...though they might get just a little bit too big the limited experience I've had with livebearers is that they stay towards the top of the tank. Jason [span class="edited"][Edited by jason_r_s 2004-06-12 03:45][/span]
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Gomer Ultimate Fish Guru Small Fry with BBQ Sauce Posts: 3602 Kudos: 1709 Votes: 106 Registered: 29-Mar-2002	Killifish? Depending apon the species, they will stay at the very top of the tank. But then again, depending apon the species, they will either eat your neons or not. -- Gomer
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
davetherave Hobbyist Posts: 112 Kudos: 82 Votes: 1 Registered: 12-May-2004	Can any one suggest and small friendly fish for the top end of my tank Thanks
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
SJinNJ Fish Addict Posts: 568 Kudos: 447 Votes: 16 Registered: 21-May-2003	I wouldn't say they stay on the top, but my rasboras pretty much stay in the middle to about half way to the top of my tank.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Brybenn Mega Fish Posts: 1217 Kudos: 1173 Votes: 1 Registered: 02-Mar-2003	african butterfly fish
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Racso Mega Fish Some Assembly Required Posts: 1163 Kudos: 1442 Votes: 35 Registered: 19-Feb-2002	My guppies stay at the top a lot, but they also come down, but I would say 60% of their time is at the top, 30% of their time in the middle, and 10% at the bottom.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
me is already in use Fish Addict Posts: 596 Kudos: 99 Votes: 25 Registered: 02-Dec-2003	What is your tank size and the fish in it?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
Shinigami Ichthyophile Catfish/Oddball Fan Posts: 9962 Kudos: 2915 Registered: 22-Feb-2001	Other cool surface fish are the hatchetfish species. They jump, so keep the hood covered! They are schooling, so a group of them is good. [span class="edited"][Edited by Shinigami 2004-06-11 10:59][/span] -------------------------------------------- The aquarist is one who must learn the ways of the biologist, the chemist, and the veterinarian.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
davetherave Hobbyist Posts: 112 Kudos: 82 Votes: 1 Registered: 12-May-2004	Are "Zebra's" the best? Will they be too lively for my Neons - as I brought some "Silvertips" and they scared them silly - had to take them back!! Thanks
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
davetherave Hobbyist Posts: 112 Kudos: 82 Votes: 1 Registered: 12-May-2004	Have not seen any "COCHU'S" in the UK - but thanks I'll watch out for them Ta for the prompt supply
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:58
pookiekiller12 Fish Addict Posts: 574 Kudos: 633 Votes: 41 Registered: 13-Apr-2004	My cochu's blue tetras stay mainly in the upper 20% of the tank. They are active, and kind of play a game of tag with each other. Some people will say they are fin nippers, but mine are not. They even get along great with my ultra peaceful glass cats. I love the color of these tetras. They are not very common around here, so that gives them added appeal to me.
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