So I accidentally started a 30gal planted tank a few months ago while trying to grow lotuses, and it's turned into somewhat of a shrimp-and-tetra paradise. Today when gazing upon the accidental fruit of my labors, I noticed my largest Amano shrimp fanning its underbelly- and spotted clusters...

Hello all. My name is Kryssie. I’m a 33 year old lady from north Texas. I am a wife, mother, and veteran. I love large breed dogs (Alaskan Malamutes), sci-fi shows (The100, Star Trek Discovery), fitness, and writing. I have a 13 year old daughter. I was in the Army as a medic for 9 years. Now...

Hi y'all! Like the title says, I need a shrimp eater. My community tank (20 long) is set up pretty nicely, with half the tank pretty heavily planted— perhaps too much, since the cherry shrimp population has absolutely bloomed. I have two nerites, 2 otos, and 7 corys that munch on all the food...

Hi, I’m new to planted tanks and have been keeping it simple at first with dosing EI dry ferts following this guideline: 40-60 Gallon Aquariums +/- 1/2 tsp KN03 3x a week +/- 1/8 tsp KH2P04 3x a week +/- 1/8 (10ml) Trace Elements 3x a week 50% weekly water change My tank is 68g but closer to...

Hi guys I’m new to the forum and was hoping to get a bit of advice on a current issue I’m facing. I have had a 57l fluval flex for a number of years now, it’s always been moderately planted and over the years I’ve managed to tweak things to really get things balanced and have a nice planted...