10g tank

[llama72]

My son is wanting to have his "own" tank. We have an extra 10g tank lying around. I know I would need a filter, light, sand and live rock.

Any suggestions as whether I should do a tank this small?

 

[Piscator]

He could do a small softie tank and get by with like a 96W 24 inch PC light with maybe 1-2 small fish (a clown, a small goby, etc). This wouldn't be too $$ to set up. Get about 15 pounds of LR or so, 2-3 inch sand bed, heater, lights. A small HOB filter would be fine, as long as it is cleaned properly, and water changes are done weekly to bi-weekly.

Tanks are great for kids IMO, if they are willing to take care of them.

 

[john_matrix]

I would say go for it!

I have a 10g that is very enjoyable. (freshwater)

I'm still a noob but I can say this tank is pretty easy to maintain, and you can have some cool fish in it.

I have two really big goldfish and some tetras in there. I upgraded to a 20g filter and it does the job. I'm not sure if this is recommended, but it seems to be ok.

 

[temec_luver]

ok im come from the land of nanos...
1st... with the 96w you could keep low light sps too
2nd... hob wont be enough a small powerhead would do it
3rd... nanos are awsome