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Old 09-23-2007, 02:46 PM   #61 (permalink)
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it's really magnicifcent in person. Those blyxa aubertii are so full and lush.
nice foreground, nice mid-ground, nice background.
Shows what can be done with a 55 gallon!

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Old 09-24-2007, 05:32 AM   #62 (permalink)
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You are a master aquatic gardener! I am amazed by the beautiful growth in this tank!
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Old 09-24-2007, 08:10 AM   #63 (permalink)
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Wow, that really is impressive. It is such a contrast when you provide a photo to compare the difference with...ahh the good old days when the tank was new, don't you miss them? lol!
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Old 09-24-2007, 12:46 PM   #64 (permalink)
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Thank you all for the comments! Yes that is a very dramatic change since I first started!
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Old 09-24-2007, 12:57 PM   #65 (permalink)
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Very well done. whats your stock list now that you got rid of the cichlids??

BTW...I give you alot of credit for trying to keep the different cichlid species together. Although not usually reccomended, some people get away with it if the water parameters are just right. They looked gorgeous too.
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Old 09-24-2007, 03:40 PM   #66 (permalink)
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Yeah, he started growing plants like that after only about 6 months in the hobby. We quickly updated his status from beginner to advanced in the yearly club aquascaping contest.
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Old 10-10-2007, 10:37 AM   #67 (permalink)
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Oh My Fin' God that's just an awesome tank!!!! Such an inspiration. I was in Aqua World (I think that's what it's called in Randelstown) about a few months ago and met a dude who recommended I join GWAPA. Wish I were closer as I'm all the way over near OC but I'm giving it some serous consideration just for the educational value. To be able to pick your brain and others who's masterpieces I've seen here would be well worth the time and gas investment monthly.
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Old 10-10-2007, 10:45 AM   #68 (permalink)
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Here it is today. Needs trimmed up a little. I was having some hair algae issues but I cleared that up with 50 ml of hydrogen perxoide.
Photo is a little fuzzy but I was in a hurry
I had no clue you could use Hydrogen Peroxide in an aquarium w/out killing bb. Much less that it would kill hair alge. How do you dose it?
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Old 10-10-2007, 02:33 PM   #69 (permalink)
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Oh My Fin' God that's just an awesome tank!!!! Such an inspiration. I was in Aqua World (I think that's what it's called in Randelstown) about a few months ago and met a dude who recommended I join GWAPA. Wish I were closer as I'm all the way over near OC but I'm giving it some serous consideration just for the educational value. To be able to pick your brain and others who's masterpieces I've seen here would be well worth the time and gas investment monthly.
Thank you! I think you mean aquarium depot? You really should check out GWAPA, lots of helpful folks. Are you coming to Aquafest? See GWAPA site for details. That should help you out, we are doing a demo tank and will auction it off
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Old 10-10-2007, 02:50 PM   #70 (permalink)
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Yep, I'll be there @ 4:30 for the demo. Also going to check out the speaker @ 1:30 I think. Gonna try to make it there for the late morning and stay till the demo is over. Hope to see you there!
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Old 10-31-2007, 03:34 AM   #71 (permalink)
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WOW, wonderful tank! Seems like everything is in perfect place.
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Old 12-13-2007, 03:31 AM   #72 (permalink)
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A tank like this is truly a contribution to this hobby and inspiration to us all. It really is beautiful.
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Old 12-13-2007, 03:51 AM   #73 (permalink)
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What a show off!!!

Beautiful tank Mr big!!

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Old 12-13-2007, 04:05 AM   #74 (permalink)
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Big proboscus
WOW it looks amazing! You have this tank in a state of beauty!
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Old 12-13-2007, 05:43 PM   #75 (permalink)
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WOW! Thanks, I appreciate it!
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