SamH

Currently in my 4ft tank I have platies, guppies, fighters and golden bristlenose. I'm looking at keeping the BN and a few of the lower tech plants (java ferns) but need something a bit more high impact for the tank. The tank measures 1200mm x 400mm x 400mm, what are some larger fish I could put in there? Thanks!

The flow should be high, CO2 distribution and general water movement is a must. I don't think Joe is saying it shouldn't be high though. Yeah it's addictive isn't it? Good to see you've still got that number 8 wire attitude plumbing your diffuser and a powerhead

The scene isn't big enough, sure plenty of people would go and watch but there's not enough participants sadly. My favourite are the shrimp! Super jealous of those !drool: Some nice scapes in there, I liked Knott's first one with the tipping tank. It seems like he's been in the game too long, bored of the standard tank and is testing his boundaries.

Even in relation to the rock at the back? Don't you think it would be a little too close?

It's been a couple of days since I rescaped this tank, the dust hasn't quite settled yet but here it is. The old substrate was all mixed in (sand, fluorite, monado, aquabasis) and put under a layer of red grit gravel. A wee sandy bay was created from one of the old sand bags for cories if I decide to get them. Didn't quite get the layout I had in mind but I still have a good feeling about this.

Changed the CO2 cylinder today, used a months worth of CO2 in just under 7 days, growth is good and no algae as of yet.

Are they really? I'd be interested to read/see that article if you have it handy?

The staff at World of Water should put you on to some low maintanence plants that won't require additional fertiliser, just let them know you're a beginner and that you want easy to grow plants. Ideally you'd get things like java moss and java fern because they don't require much light. Shrimp will feast on algae and biofilms mostly (these are found commonly on plants) but don't mind the odd fish flake or two.

What are the potted plants? Some of the plants Animates sells are not true aquatic plants or pond plants. Are you far from World of Water?

What about Killer? Or Slayer? Or something else really befitting of a tiny wee fish :lol:

Personally I prefer the look of the Hailea F series aquariums but it's all a matter of personal taste really. People I know with AR380s enjoy them as far as small tanks go, plenty of them around.

ITT: Name calling, generalisations, knit picking and closed minds. This thread could do with a hell of a lot more constructive input and sharing of ideas.

I doubt you'll need a test kit, shrimp are pretty hardy. Just change 25% of the water every week and you'll be fine. All in one is good for beginners, just link us anything before you buy cause there's some duds out there you should steer clear of You might enjoy this video of mine too 8)

Do we have to force photos out of you again?

You seem to be set on a nano so I'll try to help you based off that. Firstly you'll want substrate, this can be gravel or sand which could be store bought or collected from where you get the shrimp. Either way, it'll have to be cleaned VERY thoroughly to avoid any water cloudiness or other such pollution. You'll want around 3-4cm of substrate at the front sloping up to around 5-7cm at the back if you're planting, less if you're not. Add rocks, wood or other decorations at this stage. Add plants and then fill the tank very slowly. Once the tank is full, turn on any filters or air pumps you might choose to have and lights if you have some of the more demanding species of plants. Leave the tank for a week or two to settle and then go off and get your shrimp. I'd limit myself to 12 shrimp for a 30L and about double that for a 60L, they don't produce much waste but it's good for them to have some breathing room. Hope this helps a bit, ask heaps of questions!

Strange, I've found they love playing right in the filter outlet. Good advice up there though 8)

There's not a lot out there on them but here's my knowledge. Key things for them, cold water, flowing water, high oxygen water. They also appreciate about as much plant matter as you can jam in there. With a tank like that you don't have room for much, I'd be looking at the 30-60 litre range if possible. However, if your heart is set on that tank, you will need to keep it in a cool spot, make sure you have a bit of moss for them and perhaps even add an airstone. I'm looking at catching some shrimp in the next couple of weeks, they're great fun to watch

Don't they turn themselves off when it gets too hot?

Ooo $1 to spend

No heater?

24.7 C in my "coldwater" Iwagumi.

What's the plan Joe?

Right in the middle apparently :roll:

Looks interesting, what's the overall plan for this tank? Planted? Cichlids?

Inline? I've never had so many bubbles as I've had with my inline atomiser.