RM> especially it's for a kid. I figure if he gets 
 RM> a few neons, platys  
Platys would be kewl> and a small placostomous should about do it.  RM> Ya 
think?
I never give Mickey Mouse platys to children, they die too easy.  As do most 
of the artificially bred species.  I was amazed at how many people bought 
"dalmation fish" after the movie came out, and almost all had to return at 
least once, before they got one that survived.  Many just gave up and 
switched to a different fish.  Personally, I recommend Black Skirt Tetras for 
beginners.  Those things will live through armageddon.  Not bad for a $1.29!
Robby
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