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Today, 03:36 PM
Very nice!...only thing I would change is the location of that thermometer, move it to the side glass where it doesn't stand out so much...a pet...
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Today, 03:35 PM
Well, there you go!....your BB are growing just fine....sometimes nitrItes can be missed in a cycle, they'll show up but quickly recede...other...
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Today, 02:56 PM
Be certain you are shaking the #2 solution bottle for the trAte test very well before testing......shake VERY hard for a couple of minutes, bang it...
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Today, 01:35 PM
Hope you got it filled to the top, you know that's one of my PP's........:14:
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Today, 01:34 PM
Hey, I don't even get one of those.....
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Today, 04:04 AM
Congrats on the setup, but why is the water level below the tank trim?
That bugs me.
And BTW, I listened Sunday night....you sound happy, and...
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Yesterday, 04:14 PM
Rummys just happen to be my favorite tetra, as well :ssmile:
I keep mine in a tank with a ph of 7.2 or so, they should be fine in your water,...
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02-15-2020, 03:50 PM
Welcome to the AC, a few questions:
How long has the tank been set up?...by "clean" the tank, what do you mean?...what test kit do you use, and...
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02-14-2020, 07:52 PM
Yep, serpaes are notoriously aggressive...doesn't mean you can't keep either one, but it would have to be in large numbers, and species only, to be...
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02-14-2020, 03:11 PM
I keep them, they're great little fish...check out the red and yellow phantoms, as well
Here's a short vid of my blacks and yellows in my 29G
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02-14-2020, 02:21 PM
Your tank is almost 21 US gallons (20.91).
The black widow tetra (black skirt) can be aggressive in certain setups, have a look at the black...
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02-14-2020, 01:55 PM
Congrats on yet another successful cycle :ssmile:
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02-14-2020, 01:51 PM
I always defer to seriouslyfish.com for info on fish requirements: https://www.seriouslyfish.com/species/apistogramma-cacatuoides/
Here's more...
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02-13-2020, 05:10 PM
Dangerous only to the budget, I agree, lol
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02-13-2020, 04:56 PM
Those are always a good idea thumbs2:
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02-13-2020, 04:24 PM
Ooops, must have had you confused with someone else, sorry
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02-13-2020, 03:45 PM
Too bad about the LFS, there are many different tetras to choose from, big variety of looks and colors
I believe I read you have a high ph in your...
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02-13-2020, 01:14 PM
Tank is 33.615 US gallons.
Is it possible to move the spraybar to the opposite end of the tank from the pickup?...you'll get better flow...
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02-13-2020, 12:53 PM
No tetras???.....blasphemy!*
*They're one of my favorites
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02-13-2020, 02:45 AM
Welcome back, you've been given great advice above.
All I would add at this point is do not try tiger barbs in a 20 gallon tank. They are...
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02-12-2020, 01:19 PM
Welcome to the forum.
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02-10-2020, 04:58 PM
Thanks very much! :ssmile:
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02-09-2020, 07:20 PM
Is this marc4, or someone else?
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02-09-2020, 06:15 PM
Added more rummies after a 2 week QT, they are doing great....good example of why tetras need to be in groups, you'll see much more natural behavior...
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02-09-2020, 05:54 PM
:hmm3grin2orange:
Thanks Thomas
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02-09-2020, 05:49 PM
Congrats on the new setup, nice pics of the big tank...pleco #2 in the back left top corner ;)
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02-09-2020, 05:45 PM
Welcome to the forum.
See the Pond discussion section here: http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/aquariumforum/forumdisplay.php?f=44
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02-07-2020, 01:50 PM
I think I could handle this, lol
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02-04-2020, 04:18 PM
It all came out great, nice job you two.
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02-04-2020, 04:17 PM
I know nothing about SW fishkeeping, but how did you handle that worm?...you can't touch them with your bare hands, right?
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About Me:
I was an avid aquarist until the icestorm of 1998 (Quebec). I had a custom 300G saltwater tank. I lost everything having no power for 2 weeks. A month ago i decided to give it another shot, starting small with a 10G freshwater I plan on getting back to salt after I remaster fresh. (That took 2 weeks)
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The 5th Element
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Married
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Graduated College
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Many Friends, some informative posts, Chatterbox!
Children:
3
Hometown::
Montreal
Aquarium 1:
150G FOWLR
Aquarium 2:
75G Fresh
Aquarium 3:
24G Mini Reef
typeof:
Saltwater
Rest of Your Aquariums:
10G for my Beta, 30G SW, 2 x 27G SW & FW 2x29G QT (SW/FW)
How I got started with aquariums.:
On a whim 27 years ago
Favorite fish:
Moray Eels (SW) Gouramis (FW)
Fish I have bred:
Darwin clowns currently
Why I like fish::
Relaxing/Mesmerizing/Interesting
Best advice:
Don't give up if your new, Read the stickey's here, don't start smallish, you'll figure it out with the right advice and when you do, BAM!
Other pets:
Crash - Alaskan Malamute
Shut up - male Budgie
Bubba - Green cheek Conure
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Life is tough, it's even tougher if you're stupid (John Wayne) If you're not angry, you are not paying attention (Ralph Nader)
9 Tanks (2-29G QT) ranging from 150G to 10G for my 1/2 moon Beta
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pizza for all. I finished my book today!!!
...and one for you to say thank you : )
Here's to one crummy Superbowl, lol!
speaking of appreciation - thanks for the great info
You know I still love you!
Mmm Beer and Oysters :drool: I like to share :-D
Anytime my man ! We need you there [& your new fancy toys :-P ] :-D
After all that virtual alcohol it's time to sober up with some virtual food
Another day, another round for my friends.
Another round for my friends
mmm a nice Christmas beer :-D Perfect for the holidays.
Have a Merry (and salty) Christmas!
Here's some Christmass Cheer, Happy Holidays Surfdog
A few clown for the fellow SW clowns. :D
for sticking to it and voting
I could not find a new camera, so this will have to do
Congrats on the new fish!
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