Hi, I just recently got into fishkeeping, and was thinking to start a 15 gallon aquarium. So far, the stocking choices I’ve come up with are some kind of Corydora, green neon or ember tetras, and some kind of Apisto or ram for a centerpiece fish. My ph is 7.5 to 8, and my water is moderately hard. I’m hoping I can get fish with personalities that look nice. The questions I have are:
1: Are rams and apistos carnivorous or can I feed them an omnivorous diet?
2: Could I have a pair of rams or apistos in this tank or should I just stick with one?
3: Are there any kinds of rams or apistos that I could choose that do better in a community tank/ do better in higher ph and water hardness?
4: What experiences have people had with these two types of cichlids? I have heard that because they’re cichlids, they have a lot more personality than other fish.
5: Should I choose green neon or ember tetras?
6: What type of Corydora would be best?
And 7: Is there anything that these fish need to make them do better? (floating plants, sand, tannins, etc)
I would appreciate any feedback people can give.