What order should I add my fish? Does it matter?

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nosuperstitions

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I want to establish an introduction order to my planned stocking scheme. I already have 6 Zebra Danios to help the cycling process along. I plan to keep the Danios (they rock) so I am counting them in my scheme. But what should I add next?

I'm planning to add a school of Cory Cats (5-6), 2 Angelfish, 2 Dwarf Gourami. Once I'm cycled which fish should I add next. Does it matter?
 
Well I've heard that adding the most aggressive fish last can be helpful to ensure that all of the more peaceful fish are able to become familiar with their surroundings/establish territories, etc, so that when you add the most aggressive fish, they are the "newcomers" and are less likely to cause problems. My guess is that you'd want to add the angelfish or the gouramis last?
 
Yeah that's true ... I think the most important thing is just to be sure your tank is cycled, monitor water parameters with each new addition, and take your time.
 
IMO---Gouramis last. Just before the Angels. All others does not matter.
 
I agree with tanker. But it doesn't really matter all that much. Since it's a new tank I would recommend adding them slowly so the bacteria have enough time to adjust to the bio-load. Other than that, have fun!! Sorry if you already knew that haha. Good luck!!
 
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