So I've had this tank for a couple of years now and just last week I lost all my snails and my male betta to a bacterial infection. I still have to desinfect and recycle so my tank is a bit messy because I haven't taken care of it since I lost the betta. I'm looking to get an air stone to help clean the substrate more, and also maybe a couple more plants. This is a 8gal (30L) btw.
What would you suggest for the next stock?
I've thought of changing it up a bit and maybe getting a female betta, or even a different species, maybe endlers.
Idk if there's anything else that I could put in it?
I do love mystery snails and definitely would like to have at least one.
I've considered trying shrimp, but from my research it's not a good idea with the betta (shrimp are also so expensive here, so Idk if I could afford more than 4-5 right away)
I also definitely intend to keep indian almond leaves and the colored water, I just love it sm!
Posted by nananya03
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I’m sorry about your betta and snails, that’s really rough. Don’t worry about the “messy” tank though, just let it cycle and recover.
For an 8-gallon, Endlers (males only to avoid babies) are awesome because they’re active, colorful, and super peaceful with Mystery Snails, or you could do a school of Chili Rasboras for a chill, low-bioload vibe with plants.
If you want shrimp later, they pair much better with those nano fish than a betta (who might eat them), and an air stone is great for circulation but won’t really “clean” the substrate, only your siphon and good flow can do that.
shrimp and male endless would be nice