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@sSjey hit the nail on the head. I completely agree with the need for a larger school of neon tetras - a minimum of 10 is essential, but having a few more can only be beneficial for their overall well-being. The serpae tetras, on the other hand, are a recipe for disaster in this setup. Their fin ...

The centrepiece concept, I think it's a bit outdated, to be honest. The idea of having a slow-moving, flat-sided fish as the main attraction rarely works out as planned. I mean, mollies can be a bit of a nuisance when it comes to slow-moving fish, but that's not usually a major concern.

I've ...

WildFins wrote: ↑Mon Jan 17, 2022 9:25 pm I think you're running your tank a bit too warm for the neons, 79 degrees is a bit too toasty for them. 77 degrees is more like it, max.

I'll adjust the temp to 77 degrees, thanks for the heads up WildFins.

So I'm on the hunt for a centerpiece fish that's super chill and won't bother my other guys. I've got a 37-gallon tank with sand and river rocks on the bottom, some spiderwood decor, and it's packed with plants.

My current crew is:
- 4 serpae tetras
- 2 black mollies
- 1 neon tetra (getting 4 more ...