Lp's 20g long fry tank

[-Lp]

Okay guys and gals, I've acquired the 20g long tank I bought from CL. This was the $35 setup I talked about in this thread (http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/aquariumforum/showthread.php?t=56933).

I got more than was listed in the sellers decription, including stand, tank, filter (AC200), lid, light, air pump, heater, powerhead 300, thermometer, magna-float, power strip, and extension cord. I was less than impressed with the condition of the tank; heavily scratched, and hardened/deteriorating silicone, made it iffy at best. So I called my lfs, and luckily they had one 20g long left in stock for $38. So I'm down $73, but still a great deal...and I got a brand new tank! :)

I've set up and cycled the tank, and stocked it with six pearl danios to keep the cycle rolling. I decided on black substrate, and I added a row of jungle val across the middle. I plan on taking the holding cichlid out of the 55g and putting her in this one until she spits, then placing her back in the 55. I should have no problems with the fry or re-introducing her back into 'society'

This is where you can track my progress.

(pics are forthcoming)

[Northernguy]

38 bucks new is incredible!thumbs2:
I can't find one for under 130 bucks!
Looking forward to the pics!

If you ever make a sump that 20 should be perfect for it!

[-Lp]

Here's everything I got with it:
http://img.geocaching.com/cache/27524e10-740d-46f9-ad7b-0b225b87c21b.jpg

The tank and stand:
http://img.geocaching.com/cache/7165801f-9bbd-436b-a713-89f73da7c8cb.jpg

New tank freshly filled:
http://img.geocaching.com/cache/1a1a4de1-8ae7-4201-b61c-3b974378e576.jpg

Looks small next to the 55g:
http://img.geocaching.com/cache/1fcda0ec-c8bf-4f1c-bde8-afe7047096fb.jpg

[-Lp]

Here's the finished product. I didn't want too much in the tank, but at the same time I needed something there. I like the way the black substrate contrasts with the plants, imo it gives it a nice clean look.

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/f2c9224f-1637-4764-976d-1fff6cd82f8d.jpg

I am waiting until this weekend to put the holding cichlid in, she should be ready soon after that.


Thanks NG, I agree the price was right, and the old tank would make a sump now wouldn't it?

[cichlids209]

that looks amazing I'm sure the fry will be happy in the tank. Cant wait too see them when there here !

[-Lp]

Thanks Dane, I'll make sure to keep this updated frequently.

[rich311k]

Looks great. Nice job with it.

[-Lp]

Thanks Rich. Will you come take pics of my fry? You're only about three hours away. :hmm3grin2orange:

[-Lp]

I put her in tonight, and not a minute too soon. The first two..

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/7c1c54e3-87ea-4abf-a13d-fca480588e91.jpg


http://img.geocaching.com/cache/33ade55c-84f0-443c-95a7-d90bfb5ce4cb.jpg



still holding a few..

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/51fafc3a-717f-432b-b0dd-e25e1fed99e1.jpg

[tetra]

i was gona say that tank looks bigger then 20 until you posted the picture of the 55 gallon

[cichlids209]

I put her in tonight, and not a minute too soon. The first two..

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/7c1c54e3-87ea-4abf-a13d-fca480588e91.jpg


http://img.geocaching.com/cache/33ade55c-84f0-443c-95a7-d90bfb5ce4cb.jpg



still holding a few..

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/51fafc3a-717f-432b-b0dd-e25e1fed99e1.jpg

such pretty fish ! congrats my red zebra should be spitting any day now i miss calculated the first time i think she has been holding bout 15 or so days but she has a seperate 55 aka 75 gallon lol

[Taurus]

WOW, nice job Lp, even for a ravens fan! :ezpi_wink1:

[-Lp]

Thanks guys much appreciated.

Taurus, I'm hoping for one to be purple and black! :hmm3grin2orange:

[-Lp]

One big happy family..

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/da847848-6cc2-4517-a4fe-af93bc219c1b.jpg

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/24a7a483-c7f9-477a-8a59-e94e6fa0b78a.jpg

http://img.geocaching.com/cache/e17a05e3-f566-4907-8f37-725bcd8c901c.jpg

There's just as many hiding in the rock, I counted sixteen.

[Kazenouta]

This is great! Glad to see you've got a nice family there. Now all you have to do is rear them :hmm3grin2orange: Best of luck!

[Oscar_freak12321]

Those little guys look awesome! thumbs2:

[Cascade]

I can't believe how much they are, well, mini-adults! I'm used to molly and platy fry where they aren't so developed when you first see them...more like two eyes and a tail. Very cool, and keep the pictures coming!

[jcarr71]

I've never seen fry with such brilliant colors so early. Wow. They are amazing.

[xximanoobxx]

cool looking.

[-Lp]

Thanks again everyone! I keep you posted as to their development.

[-Lp]

Just wanted to add this short video to the journal. I poseted it in video section as well, but wanted to keep a running tab here. I counted 19 last night, btw. The danios whizzing by were re-homed shortly after.

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[-Lp]

I took mom out of the tank last night, and placed her back in the 55g. She was accepted immediately, for which I was thankful.

The fry are now on their own, and at last count there were 21. I'll get some more pics up tonght.

[-Lp]

Well, the fry are doing GREAT! thumbs2:

They've finally become used to thier surroundings and are exploring the tank. They're eating like wolves, a mixed diet of Hikari first bites, crushed NLS(A), and Cyclops Eeze, with feedings three times a day. They're also being treated to a 50% water change every four days.

I will get pictures up, I promise.