Choosing equipment can be difficult for a new aquarist. To start, let's see what someone who wants to keep a basic 20 gallon tropical community tank needs:
If you'd like the pleasure of a few beautiful fish but don't have the space for a large aquarium, a fish bowl may be just the solution you need to bring some finny friends to your home. Fish bowls are small, inexpensive and easy to maintain.
While many fancy tanks are impressive, they can be very expensive and certainly intimidating to a beginner. Still, you want a tank that will look good, accommodate a good selection of fish and plants, and be easy to care for.
Aquarium Equipment
How to Care for Your Fish Bowl
Selecting Your First Aquarium
The Water Cycle