With me getting back into the hobby after the new year, I am considering setting up a 5 gallon tank for my office at work. I am looking on YT, but I am looking for some ideas from you all! Here are several things to consider:
The office is typically is 70F, but sometimes gets to 80F for a day or two when the HVAC system acts up.
There is access to an RO water system and can fill a pitcher full of hot or cold water.
I work in a shared space, so equipment must run quiet, not even the sound of bubbles from an airstone.
There will be a lid on the tank, which I imagine will make an airstone accessible despite the requirement above.
For this tank, I don't want critters that breed crazily, if at all.
I easily have the desk space for any typical 5 gallon tank.
Definitely including plants!
The tank must handle being left alone on weekends and, on occasion, extended weekends or holidays.
With the exception of #5, I am completely open to stocking ideas as well as plants. Although the pea puffer has caught my eye, I am not sure how well it would handle the setup as described in this list. Furthermore, even though I have not been in the hobby for myself for a couple years (although I do water changes as one of my side gigs), I do have 8+ years of experience. Therefore, please do not be afraid to recommend potentially tougher stocking or setup ideas for experienced hobbyists.
What are your thoughts? I am eager to hear what you have to say!
