Sorry to hear you've had such a rough start, getting on here will certainly get you the right advice on your hobby though. Elikewhoa is correct in restarting this small tank, they are quite cute and tempting. To be honest they can be tough for even seasoned aquarists to function correctly. They vary in temperature and water chemistry widely and can only support a truly small number and type of fish. I think a pair of zebra danio's, fed sparingly (what they can comsume in a minute) could be allowed to cycle within 3-4 weeks. Maintain regular water changes, perhaps a tall glass nearby and some premade water near it. Even a glass full a day would help.
As to your column tank inquiry, they can be very well done and attractive. The best tanks are chosen by what type of fish and aquascaping you plan on keeping in it. Column tanks are terrific for smaller Gouramis that move more vertically in the water column. Fish that tend to be slower swimmers are another ideal choice. If you are looking for specific types try searching for Dwarf Gourami, Sparkling Gourami, or Licorice Gourami. They all come from Southeast asia and would be perfectly accentuated with some Kuhli loaches or Dwarf Chain loaches. Doing a small shoal (5-6) of Harlequin rasbora or Celestial Danios would work in that set up as well. As these are all brightly colored fish, try a darker substrate to enhance their dramatic colorations. They would all appreciate some driftwood and plants in the tank, especially to bring out the vertical height. Maybe some Amazon Swords or Crypts with some java moss or anubias as smaller foreground plants.
Let us know what type of fish you like and would want to keepo in this setup anjd we can give you lots of workable options that you will not regret later.
As to your column tank inquiry, they can be very well done and attractive. The best tanks are chosen by what type of fish and aquascaping you plan on keeping in it. Column tanks are terrific for smaller Gouramis that move more vertically in the water column. Fish that tend to be slower swimmers are another ideal choice. If you are looking for specific types try searching for Dwarf Gourami, Sparkling Gourami, or Licorice Gourami. They all come from Southeast asia and would be perfectly accentuated with some Kuhli loaches or Dwarf Chain loaches. Doing a small shoal (5-6) of Harlequin rasbora or Celestial Danios would work in that set up as well. As these are all brightly colored fish, try a darker substrate to enhance their dramatic colorations. They would all appreciate some driftwood and plants in the tank, especially to bring out the vertical height. Maybe some Amazon Swords or Crypts with some java moss or anubias as smaller foreground plants.
Let us know what type of fish you like and would want to keepo in this setup anjd we can give you lots of workable options that you will not regret later.
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