Community Fish Tank vs Species Only Tank: Which One is BETTER?

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In this video we take a closer look at the advantages of both species only tanks and community tanks!

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[michaelhokie]

I recently added two Honey Gourami, one red and one gold, to a heavily planted species only Ember Tetra tank. Only having the Embers in the tank was beautiful, but it lacked a little personality. Not only do the Honey Gouramis have great personalities, but they brought out more personality in the Embers. The Embers seem to really enjoy having them in there. Great video guys, always a pleasure to watch your content!

[lemonlizard]

I've been deciding whether I want a species only or community tank and realized it depends on what you're looking for. If you want a tank that focuses on beauty, and has a synchronisation, go for species only. If you want a tank that focuses more on personality and how the fish interact in an environment, go for community

[lpdb]

last 25 seconds best part of video. such a relatable situation to be in "i know this word! i swear i can speak!"

[philcarlino]

Another great video. My 75 is a community and I am currently setting up a 20L that is for multis only. My first ever species only tank, and I'm so excited. The cycling process is taking longer than anticipated but I think I'll be able to order fish this week after a 3+ week long cycle. Take care.

[tracydas]

I was planning on a community tank and started with gold white clouds. The used all levels of my 20 gallon long and seemed so relaxed, that I decided to make it a species only tank. They are fascinating to watch

[amazingaquaticsandexotics]

Community imo. Even if it's only 2 types of fish. More variety and colour and lots of diversity unless the fish need tanks for themselves like shelldwellers and other specialist fish. I tend to slightly overstock my tanks but I do lots of regular water changes and have good filtration

[VictoriaLeeCreates]

I personally think a species specific tank is the most beautiful to me to date. That can obviously change with time as I grow. For now I'll try them all 🤟😎💛

[shesellsfish]

I have both. As ya'll said there's pros and cons to both, but honestly I don't think I could give up my community tanks if push came to shove.

Just watching the various fish doing their fishy thing in a community tank is so cool.

Then again a species only tank you do get to see a lot more natural behavior from that fish.

So yeah, that's why I have both and probably always will.
Have a great week ya'll.
👍❤👍

[dwsnono]

My favorite part about the species only tank (other than easier to breed) is if I buy all the same fish from one person I don't need to quarantine. Where if I buy either same species from two different places or two different species for 1 tank, i would have to quarantine. Only fish I add to my species only tank is a baby super red bristlenose pleco. But even those I keep an eye on because the will eat other fish eggs.

[irtehdar]

I prefer the "almost species" tank.
Like 90-95% of the fish are of the same species but then theres those few centrepieces.
the 100 tetras schools tighter because they live with a raindow shark and a cichlid who in turn stands out even brighter because they are the only ones not sporting the tank uniform.

[markvonwisco]

Agree 100% that it depends on what you're going for with a particular aquarium. Regarding bettas, I have both of my bettas in with other peaceful fish. I may anthropomorphising, but I think that the bettas are happier and more active being with other fish.

[wayneboyd]

I've owned so many types of aquarium fish over the years before taking a break to focus on (and do a proper job) raising kids. I'm glad that I have had those varied fish experiences as I have now returned to the hobby and focusing on species only tanks. For one, I know which fish behaviors I enjoy most based on my personal experience (versus watching a YouTube video - no shade). Secondly, it's a wonderful excuse to get more tanks - I'm grateful that I have the space and means to do so. A community tank is a better choice with limited space and fewer available funds. In the end, whichever you choose (or both), it's a great hobby :)

[lionroaring]

I appreciate both. Community for me though. My try other variety one day. My sister did and it was beautiful.

[SoFloCichlids]

I just started a 20 Long Similis only tank! already starting to see them digging despite how tiny mine are! they've got lots of room to grow!

[Veronica-kzqt]

Bloopers! love it!!!! I have a community tank and I love it, I enjoy sitting on my couch and just watching them zoom about. I also have a species only tank (african cichlids) kind of feels like a community tank since there is such a wide range of colors

[Pomegranits]

In my opinion community tanks are way more fun to watch, different fish interacting is so fun to watch

[ItsSweetShot]

I just love community tanks especially real big communities they are fascinating to watch I can sit there for hours watching a community tank but I cant sit for hours watching a species only tank.

[Junyaya]

I love the “bloopers”! Keep doing them at the end!

[sophistiqted]

I have both. A community tank and shrimp species only tank