4 themed stocking plans with exact species + counts + notes. Pick the theme that fits your goals, then verify with the stocking calculator.
Notes: The classic Iwagumi-style community. Stable parameters + good aquascape make this a 6-month nano with little maintenance.
Notes: Add betta LAST after tankmates establish. Some bettas tolerate tankmates; others kill anything. Have a backup tank ready.
Notes: Shrimp-friendly nano fish. Otos eat algae but ignore shrimp. Embers small enough not to predate adult shrimp.
Notes: Single species school fills the visual space and prevents stress from multi-species hierarchy.
Use the stocking calculator to verify the exact species + counts work in your 10-gallon. Also check the water change calculator for ongoing maintenance, and the setup guide library for the full build playbook.
Browse all stocking idea pages from 5g nano to 180g show-tier. Or jump to the stocking blueprints for build-along plans with timelines.