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Feb 3, 2020 · Hey guys, I've come to realize as I evolve my tanks that I need a reactor or at least a better way of dissolving co2. The two tanks I would be needing a reactor for would be a 40g with an …

Nov 15, 2008 · Planted tanks don't need cycling, or artificial methods for establishing bacterial colonies. All they need is a heavy planting of healthy, growing plants. Those plants will consume the ammonia …

Feb 19, 2004 · I want my planted tank to be fun. I do not want to work all the time trying to maintain a 10:1 ratio in my tank. A day after dosing I have 2ppm NO3 and 0.1 ppm PO4 and it seems to be …

Feb 24, 2018 · lets talk pros and cons of having glass or plexi lids on a planted tank. as the time gets closer to setting up my tank and the thought of de-rimming my 40br in around the corner.

Dec 3, 2023 · Capping aquasoil like Stratum is a challenge is frustrating because it migrates out over time and looks messy. A method popularized by MD Fish Tanks is to put some in a filter mesh bag …

Aug 25, 2021 · Looking to upgrade/replace lighting on a 36" x 18" x 24" high 75g. I have run an old Current 4x T5HO with a mix of ATI lamps for about 15 years with adequate results. Easy medium …

Jan 3, 2005 · Finally my LFS has received a shipment of Amano Shrimp. I have all but given up hope. The problem is most of my Rainbows are now mid sized and I was wondering the shrimp are OK with …

Nov 27, 2024 · To each their own, obviously, but I don't see many serious hobbyists spending hundreds of dollars on a pre-planted jar/vase setup worth ~$50 when purchased separately.

Sep 5, 2009 · I just got a school of 9 of them the other day. They seem to be loving their new home, and they all appear to be very healthy. What foods should I supplement their diet with? There's plenty of …