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Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 09-06-2011, 03:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 618
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Aww the fiesty is the best part! I loved having...

Aww the fiesty is the best part! I loved having mine lunge and rip carrot slices out of my hand. Dwarfs are cute and all but they lack the killer instinct that makes the bigger ones so much fun.
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 09-05-2011, 03:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 618
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Crayfish are personal favorites of mine. I have...

Crayfish are personal favorites of mine. I have kept several different kinds and they all offer their advantages and disadvantages. Dwarf crayfish are adorable and much more peaceful, but I think the...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 09-05-2011, 02:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By Ichthyologuest
I use a mini Hagen elite as a co2 diffuser as...

I use a mini Hagen elite as a co2 diffuser as described in this article and it works surprisingly well. It wont push water around as much as a powerhead, but it will make a much better co2 diffuser...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 09-03-2011, 11:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 455
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Well I have an Eheim 2213 which isnt too much for...

Well I have an Eheim 2213 which isnt too much for my 20 tall, in fact I think it could use a little more current. I don't think changing the flow of the filter is beneficial to the lifespan of the...
Forum: DIY 09-03-2011, 08:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 437
Posted By Ichthyologuest
I have used krylon fusion, it works well just...

I have used krylon fusion, it works well just make sure you clean the pvc and scuff it up a bit. Also Neither my home despot or lowes carried it, I had to pick it up at walmart.
Forum: Fish 08-31-2011, 12:00 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,031
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Id love to see them for $6! I got mine for $14,...

Id love to see them for $6! I got mine for $14, and although I would love a school, I only had the space and money for one. Mine has been fine by itself for about 8 months now, but only comes out for...
Forum: Fish 08-30-2011, 04:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 434
Posted By Ichthyologuest
my upside down cats never ate any of my adult...

my upside down cats never ate any of my adult cherries, but im sure they would ravage the juvenile population. They also hide at all times other than feeding time, and even then stick to cover, I...
Forum: Fish 08-29-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,031
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Another +1 for the tatias! some kinds aren't too...

Another +1 for the tatias! some kinds aren't too rare but they are all cool!

Mine is hiding, as they are rather prone to do...

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6085/6092120704_3dc1d57995.jpg

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Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-21-2011, 07:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,244
Posted By Ichthyologuest
You know i could use a few of those for the...

You know i could use a few of those for the apartment :icon_smil
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-11-2011, 05:13 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,908
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Those shrimp look brilliant! I sure could use...

Those shrimp look brilliant! I sure could use some to pep up my 20 tall! I will guess the YZ250!
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-10-2011, 05:34 PM
Replies: 521
Views: 38,747
Posted By Ichthyologuest
nonconductive, Member #2 VP & Tye Dye Frisbee...

nonconductive, Member #2 VP & Tye Dye Frisbee Hater
kamikazi #3, wespastor #4, demonr6 #5, DogFish #6, driftwoodhunter #7, Bahugo #8, firefiend #9, sewingalot #10, frrok #11, Ichthy0loguest #12

I...
Forum: Fish 08-09-2011, 10:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,945
Posted By Ichthyologuest
I think the idea many people in this thread are...

I think the idea many people in this thread are supporting is not the ban of importation of these fish, but perhaps a restriction on their availability, or a permit necessary for their sale. If fish...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-08-2011, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 259
Posted By Ichthyologuest
never have for me. My topsoil has been set up for...

never have for me. My topsoil has been set up for a few months now and my snails dont seem to mix the soil and the cap together.
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-06-2011, 02:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 204
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Your right about not filling it up, small mammal...

Your right about not filling it up, small mammal and lizard tanks are made to withstand heat and impact pressure, not water pressure. As far as ideas, if you like creepy crawlies I hear millipedes...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 08-04-2011, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 446
Posted By Ichthyologuest
I potted my plants but they sit in a bed of black...

I potted my plants but they sit in a bed of black gravel. I did it since i move my tank so much, it means I don't have to uproot and replant the plants every time i dismantle the tank. I used a...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 07-30-2011, 03:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,213
Posted By Ichthyologuest
10 or 20 gallon crayfish tank! Crayfish are so...

10 or 20 gallon crayfish tank! Crayfish are so personable, I'm sure your toddler would enjoy seeing it react to her. Pretty much the most low maintenance tank possible. Couldn't do plants though...
Forum: DIY 07-29-2011, 02:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 879
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Im planning on doing this method of diffusing...

Im planning on doing this method of diffusing once i get my co2 running. I'm glad to hear success stories! Looking at the filter media its hard to believe much gas would make it all the way to the...
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 07-26-2011, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,489
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Crayfish lose eggs frequently, so don't be...

Crayfish lose eggs frequently, so don't be heartbroken if they don't hatch this time. Did you see them mating before you saw the eggs? Females occasionally produce unfertilized eggs and then eat...
Forum: DIY 07-26-2011, 12:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 499
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Happy to help, CPO's are awesome! Heartbreaking...

Happy to help, CPO's are awesome! Heartbreaking to lose them. Yeah those glass lids have plastic backs that are SOBs to cut, but you can trim them almost exactly around the contour of the filter, and...
Forum: DIY 07-25-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 499
Posted By Ichthyologuest
I have kept many crayfish, and while regular...

I have kept many crayfish, and while regular crayfish are escape masters, in my few experiences with CPOs and the Cajun dwarfs I didn't see any escape attempts. but they are expensive enough where I...
Forum: Fish 07-21-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,412
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Fish changing gender is actually much more common...

Fish changing gender is actually much more common that you would think. There are a couple reasons for fish doing this, and different species change for different reasons. The easiest way to...
Forum: Lighting 07-12-2011, 05:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 531
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Thanks for all the great insight! Although the...

Thanks for all the great insight! Although the Hagen is better built than my homemade CF lighting, from what you seem to be saying, the 64 watt CFL is the stronger light. I guess I will try some time...
Forum: Lighting 07-11-2011, 05:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 531
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Lighting choice, need help picking!

Hi all, I have two different lights that I am trying to decide between. I recently got a pressurized co2 setup, after dabbling in DIY yeast for a while. I have a 20 tall and i dose ferts (poorly I...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 07-11-2011, 04:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 508
Posted By Ichthyologuest
Foster and Smith has eco-complete on sale too,...

Foster and Smith has eco-complete on sale too, with free shipping if you manage to spend $50. I have no experience with the onyx sand, I imagine it performs similar to eco-complete, but is a sand...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 07-11-2011, 05:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By Ichthyologuest
If you get an aquaclear, you are going to need to...

If you get an aquaclear, you are going to need to buy an extra sponge insert. You can cut out a hole in the middle of the sponge and stick it on the intake, otherwise your small shrimps are going to...
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