Originally Posted by
ivycharlaine
http:///forum/post/3151956
So I have an extra 10 gallon tank that used to be a quarantine tank (I got another one) I'm thinking about turning it into a low maintenance freshwater tank. What do you think? And what would I have to do to it to convert it over, since it had saltwater in it?
Just give it a good clean. Take out everything that was in it when it was salt. Use uncolored gravel. I like a piece of two of driftwood.
You could have some really easy to grow java moss, and some other plants with the basic light you should have for the fish, a fluorescent. Like a saltwater tank, you can choose fish that will benefit you and make your life easier. The cycling can be done with a couple zebra danios or a couple neon tetras.
Once your cycled, I would get at least 2 cory catfish. They are good bottom cleaners. Ghost shrimp and African Dwarf frogs are good scavengers, too. A mystery snail and a pair of small oto cats will keep your algae in check, once it comes up.
I have a 20 gallon community tank that is very low maintenance. I do water changes every 2 to 3 weeks, sometimes longer. A ten gallon wouldn't take much time at all to do a 10-20% water change. Have fun!
different substrate, etc. How low maintenance do you want? EG goldfish very low to planted which is a bit higher.
