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gm72
10-07-2007, 08:11 PM
Any reason to not put cucumber slices in a tank? I would think it would basically be eaten like zucchini, yes?
blu
10-07-2007, 09:26 PM
I have put cucumber in my tank but when I did it was either organic or grown by me. Cucumbers can have a lot of pesticides on them and I dont want to put that in my tank. Have you ever eaten a cucumber and have it taste like chemicals?its so gross.

Im not sure if it would hurt the fish but I wouldnt take a chance...thats just my opinion.
gm72
10-07-2007, 09:30 PM
I grow my own, good point about pesticides and other chemicals though.
Dave66
10-07-2007, 09:38 PM
I buy my Cukes and other veggies from an organic foods store, but I wash them before slicing just the same.

Dave
gm72
10-07-2007, 09:45 PM
I put two slices in the snail/fancy guppy fry tank just now. No one is paying any attention to them at all. Guess I'll wait and see!
Dave66
10-07-2007, 09:46 PM
Snails will get them at night.

Dave
gm72
10-07-2007, 09:50 PM
One of the gold snails just now rolled right over it and didn't even pause. I'll just keep them in there and see if they go for them at night.
blu
10-07-2007, 09:56 PM
Whenever I put any veggies in my tank it usually takes several hours before anyone notices.
CAF
10-09-2007, 12:16 AM
Snails take a while to get to the veggies sometimes. Wait until the lights are out, come back in an hour and flashlight it...
gm72
10-09-2007, 12:58 AM
Nothing. It is like it isn't even there. I'm trying carrot tonight.
CAF
10-09-2007, 01:29 AM
Nothing. It is like it isn't even there. I'm trying carrot tonight.
If that doesn't work try Spinach...
gm72
10-09-2007, 01:30 AM
I'll see what I get with the carrot and move onto spinach if they don't take to it. Thanks for the suggestions!
Rue
10-09-2007, 02:57 AM
Cucumber has so little nutritional value, I don't bother...zucchini is better overall and not as mushy/slimy when it comes to clean up...
squirt_12
10-09-2007, 03:13 AM
i have used lettuce and my fish just loved it...lol.
blu
10-09-2007, 04:41 AM
Just make sure its not iceburg or head lettuce they have about 0 nutrients. My fish seem to love romaine lettuce.
gm72
10-09-2007, 10:07 PM
Totally ignored the carrot. I'll try some romaine or spinach next.
CAF
10-09-2007, 10:09 PM
Totally ignored the carrot. I'll try some romaine or spinach next.

Try blanching it... It will help break down the cellular bonds and give it a scent that may attract the critters over.
gm72
10-09-2007, 10:11 PM
Great idea. I'll mix up some balsamic vinaigrette while I'm at it too. :c1:

Seriously though, great idea, I wouldn't have thought to try that.
CAF
10-09-2007, 10:21 PM
Great idea. I'll mix up some balsamic vinaigrette while I'm at it too. :c1:

Seriously though, great idea, I wouldn't have thought to try that.


LOL and you can toss in some peeled cherry shrimp and have a great salad!!!