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Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates Yesterday, 05:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 159
Posted By acitydweller
Excel, like co2 and fert are one of those things...

Excel, like co2 and fert are one of those things which i have learned to ease into over time. if they appear drunken or fall over, then you know to scale back... shrimp are good in that they react...
Forum: Plants Yesterday, 04:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 127
Posted By acitydweller
Monster's got it right. 4. is either water sprite...

Monster's got it right. 4. is either water sprite or antler fern. they sort of look very similar and co-habitated so i cant tell the difference at this age. best to ID when older where the larger...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion Yesterday, 01:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,459
Posted By acitydweller
very informative thread. Another hobbyist...

very informative thread.

Another hobbyist recommended applying layers of bagging for insulation and it just works. Each offers protection from compaction, another zone to dampen temps and holds...
Forum: Substrate Yesterday, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 108
Posted By acitydweller
Mulm (detritus) is a naturally occuring event in...

Mulm (detritus) is a naturally occuring event in all aquariums. Excess mulm which you describe may come about from stagnant conditions, decaying organic matter, dead animals, overfeeding,...
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates Yesterday, 09:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 103
Posted By acitydweller
Dosing with CRS in the tank is fine but the...

Dosing with CRS in the tank is fine but the dosage is something to be moderated. EI is probably not going to be ideal as it suggests weekly water changes to reboot the tank while failing to do so...
Forum: Aquascaping Yesterday, 09:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 190
Posted By acitydweller
is this a 55g tank? i would opt for thinner...

is this a 55g tank?

i would opt for thinner and multiple pieces of branched driftwood rather than the thicker ones in the tank. Its rather difficult to scape with tree stumps to provide a sense of...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion Yesterday, 01:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 207
Posted By acitydweller
Two concerns: scratching the glass. Wrap with a...

Two concerns: scratching the glass. Wrap with a blanket ip possible


Cracking or chipping the glass. Its a long tank which may hold up to some flex but I wouldn't risk it. No need for a large...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 06-17-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 207
Posted By acitydweller
I also recommend placing the tank on a firm base...

I also recommend placing the tank on a firm base for transport and try not to shift the substrate.
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 06-17-2013, 02:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 122
Posted By acitydweller
i have had moss from aqua magic arrive like that....

i have had moss from aqua magic arrive like that. its likely due to deficiencies either in light, clean water , fertilizer or heat.

Once a plant starts to melt, it is like cancer and spreads. best...
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 06-16-2013, 06:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 426
Posted By acitydweller
i'd raise gh to 6 or 7 to be safe. what is a cbr?

i'd raise gh to 6 or 7 to be safe. what is a cbr?
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 06-16-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 56
Posted By acitydweller
:proud: To you and yours :)

:proud:

To you and yours :)
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 06-16-2013, 02:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 430
Posted By acitydweller
i'd suggest trying either some form of hygro...

i'd suggest trying either some form of hygro (green or brown) as they are low light tolerant , crypt parva, fissidens, or any exotic variety of java fern. i am quite fond of needle leaf if you dont...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 06-15-2013, 03:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 271
Posted By acitydweller
what type of filtration is used on this setup?

what type of filtration is used on this setup?
Forum: Fish 06-14-2013, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 272
Posted By acitydweller
Endlers hands down.

Endlers hands down.
Forum: Equipment 06-14-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 169
Posted By acitydweller
its common practice to run two hob's to filter...

its common practice to run two hob's to filter the tank and maintain flow in longer tanks. two ac50's may work great for you.

in my 20g high tank, i use a ac110, and ac70 on a separate tank. These...
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 06-14-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 340
Posted By acitydweller
fear and discomfort are usually suspects.

fear and discomfort are usually suspects.
Forum: Finnex / Schuber Wright 06-13-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 139
Posted By acitydweller
You know that's a winning combination...!

You know that's a winning combination...!
Forum: Equipment 06-13-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 330
Posted By acitydweller
I reckon the filter with a larger volume of...

I reckon the filter with a larger volume of filtration capacity would rank higher in supported tank size. Flow rate is only part of the equation.
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 06-12-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 442
Posted By acitydweller
Amanos are both strong and every proactive...

Amanos are both strong and every proactive creatures. if the water parameters are ill suited, they will pickup and leave. Its up to the owners to decipher what in the tank is causing them distress....
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 06-12-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 486
Posted By acitydweller
fair warning that you'll need to find an adequate...

fair warning that you'll need to find an adequate powerhead to increase the circulation of water at the mid tank level. I've had to test a few models to find the right fit as some were ineffective...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 06-12-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 255
Posted By acitydweller
either consider redirecting the powerheads or...

either consider redirecting the powerheads or relocating them to an location where current will be diffused by the time it reaches the plants. ironically, i have mine about 5 inches away from my...
Forum: Equipment 06-12-2013, 09:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 149
Posted By acitydweller
was the diffusor presoaked in the tank prior to...

was the diffusor presoaked in the tank prior to use or did you just plug in and let it rip?
Forum: Tank Journals 06-11-2013, 11:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 284
Posted By acitydweller
The glosso is saying it's unhappy. Infact, it...

The glosso is saying it's unhappy. Infact, it looks like its being starved.
Try planting glosso by the nodes.

Vals generally arent happy when light and ferts are insufficient. Consider doing a...
Forum: Fish 06-11-2013, 11:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 153
Posted By acitydweller
i would think twice about adding any fish that...

i would think twice about adding any fish that are smaller than the paradise fish as the result would likely prove to be the same
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 06-11-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 251
Posted By acitydweller
I've tinted a few of my cars but always left the...

I've tinted a few of my cars but always left the rear window to the experts...
Its definitely something that gets better with practice.
my gripe was always that my rubber molding always were...
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