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01-22-2012, 06:18 PM
Thread: SW Shopping List
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No sump, and I was planning on using the basic...
No sump, and I was planning on using the basic flourescents that came with the tank for now, as I'm not planning on corals for awhile at least. When i do get them, I'll go t5s. As for only half the...
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01-22-2012, 03:07 AM
Thread: SW Shopping List
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SW Shopping List
So, I've practically decided to go SW for my 75. That being said, I've put together a veritable shopping list for the tank. How it look so far? Also, what would the process of setting up the tank,...
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01-20-2012, 04:12 AM
Thread: How intensive would it be?
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How intensive would it be?
This is a question from my family, whose on the fence about supporting SW. How much work, day to day, would a 75g FOWLR be, with a small number of fish, maybe a radiata lion or some community fish....
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01-19-2012, 12:23 AM
Thread: Empty 75. Saltwater time?
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Thanks. Didn't think of youtube.
Thanks. Didn't think of youtube.
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01-19-2012, 12:13 AM
Thread: Empty 75. Saltwater time?
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how exactly did you set up your overflow unit?...
how exactly did you set up your overflow unit? I'm finding mixed answers online on how exactly a sump system works.
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01-18-2012, 03:28 AM
Thread: Empty 75. Saltwater time?
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Empty 75. Saltwater time?
I've mentioned the empty 75 in the general freshwater, but the more and more I look around I've been thinking about turning it into my first SW. I know thatd be a good starter, since its large....
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01-17-2012, 03:03 AM
Thread: 27gal stock ideas
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Well with the barbs, we both know anything with...
Well with the barbs, we both know anything with nice, pretty fins is most likely to get chewed up, so that negates any bettas or small angels. A GBR would look really nice as far as color scheme...
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01-17-2012, 02:53 AM
Thread: Empty 75g. Any Ideas?
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I like the ghost knife idea, as I've always loved...
I like the ghost knife idea, as I've always loved them but never had the tank to get one. As to the Oscar, it was 50/50 between him and the aro, so maybe. Kinda wanna get away from the one, maybe two...
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01-16-2012, 06:14 AM
Thread: Empty 75g. Any Ideas?
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Empty 75g. Any Ideas?
I've just upgraded my silver aro and tiger shovelnose to the 240, and have this BEAUTIFUL 75g thats sitting empty in my room. What should I do with it? I'm open to all suggestions.
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05-07-2010, 04:21 PM
Thread: Four new Betta!!! PICS!!!
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Man I gotta get to Petco, like NOW!
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Man I gotta get to Petco, like NOW!
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05-06-2010, 04:41 PM
Thread: Betta tail type?
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Yea, +1 on the Cambodian, nice fish there, good...
Yea, +1 on the Cambodian, nice fish there, good defined fins
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05-06-2010, 04:39 PM
Thread: Anyone watch River Monsters?
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River Monsters
Does anybody watch this show? That guy catches some real monsters, like the Wels, Arapaima, Mekong, and so on. Last week he caught a 400lb giant freshwater stingray. Just though I'd start a...
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05-06-2010, 02:08 PM
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They are almost always moving, I've never seen...
They are almost always moving, I've never seen mine just laying on the bottom, unless he was scared there.
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04-28-2010, 03:07 PM
Thread: Which pleco to go with Aro, TSN
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Which pleco to go with Aro, TSN
Currently, i have a silver arowana, and a TSN in a 75g, with a 240 ready fro when they grow bigger. They're in there because the 75g is in my room, and the 240g is in the basement, so why waste such...
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04-26-2010, 03:16 PM
Thread: Stocking Question(s)
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A gourami is always a nice centerpiece, or a pair...
A gourami is always a nice centerpiece, or a pair of German Blue Rams.
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04-12-2010, 04:45 PM
Thread: Mixing Malawis and Plecos
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For awhile a plec would do good in the 18, but...
For awhile a plec would do good in the 18, but itd quickly outgrow the 18g. Plecs in a malawi tank can go either way. Try it with a clown pleco first, and a larger one at that. The cichlids can flip...
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04-12-2010, 04:43 PM
Thread: BIO Wheel Question
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Most likel bad readings, and if the bio-wheel has...
Most likel bad readings, and if the bio-wheel has only been in there for a week it should be only bacteria, maybe a little dirty
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04-12-2010, 04:40 PM
Thread: Cool new fish
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SCORE! Nice knife, definetly an eye catcher. O...
SCORE! Nice knife, definetly an eye catcher. O and by the way, if he happens to, you know, grow a little too big, I may, uh, be able to take him off your hands for ya. Nice pickup tho
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04-12-2010, 04:28 PM
Thread: how do bettas thrive?
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java or christmas moss goes well with the bettas,...
java or christmas moss goes well with the bettas, as does hornwort. They love stuff they can just float in. For food, small (very small) slices of fruit may be accepted, but only in moderation. A...
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04-12-2010, 02:26 AM
Thread: how do bettas thrive?
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Water changes on a tank for any fish will improve...
Water changes on a tank for any fish will improve its quality of life.
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04-08-2010, 02:17 PM
Thread: mixing dwarfs?
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This would help with territorial disputes, as...
This would help with territorial disputes, as they will both establish territory for themselves. Just watch for signs of aggression, and try to space out landmarks in the tank evenly at both end.
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04-08-2010, 02:16 PM
Thread: Is it possible
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You may be able too, just try drilling a smaller...
You may be able too, just try drilling a smaller piece first, one that won't be a big loss. A regular bit, set at a low rotation speed may work, it all depends on the point of entry. Try to avoid...
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04-06-2010, 04:47 PM
Thread: discus recommendation
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For a spotted one, theres Leopard Snakeskin, or...
For a spotted one, theres Leopard Snakeskin, or Leopard Skin, depending on ehat color you like. Blue Diamonds are a solid blue, and millenium golds are a nice deep yellow. Try looking at all the...
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04-06-2010, 04:41 PM
Thread: My elephant nose
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nice to see a elephant nose with someone who...
nice to see a elephant nose with someone who knows what they need. I hate seeing customers at the LFS walking out with these guys, after haring them ask what they need and getting bad info. I always...
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04-06-2010, 04:34 PM
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They will eat any small enough, and fry should...
They will eat any small enough, and fry should only be put back when they don't look like they'll fit in the parents mouth. As for price, I have no idea. I don't see alot of killifish around here....
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