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Everything posted by Caryl
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hi should i be able to sex a bristle nose at 8cm
boy girl
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blue/green algae
It should have curled up and started to die within 24 hours of adding the E-mycin. It goes dark then browns and shreds. Keep vacuuming it out ASAP as it will foul the water as it dies.
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Ideas for my tank
I never thought of origins :roll: Hengeils aren't much different in size to neons so not sure what you could get that was smaller. Cherry barbs are about the same size.
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Fish compatability?
It should be fine. Everything eats guppy fry, including the mother guppy! :lol:
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netpets
not me. You must be special
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Ideas for my tank
Hengeli rasboras. They look like harlequins except smaller and with a bright orange strip by the black on the sides.
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Judging Criteria
Admin will add judging criteria and rules to the new site (hopefully in about 6 weeks).
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paradise fish with fluff
I would keep him separate to stop possible harrassment from the others. The fungus is a result of secondary infection from an underlying wound. Keep the water conditions as good as you can and treat the fungal infection. I think you might find if you can gently knock off the fungus, the original wound underneath may already be improving.
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Archeys Frogs
Have you asked Archey? :lol: Seriously, I had never heard of these so had to look them up. http://www.nzfrogs.org/Resources/Frog+I ... +Frog.html
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TASMAN AQUARIUM CLUB
We will be there ASAP assuming Paul's flight is on time. We are picking him up from the airport on the way past
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Canister filter cleaning
One of my filters came with a little brush on the end of a long wire (can't remember which one though). I also got good brushes of various thicknesses from the Bonn Brush man
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NZs got talent
Gone round the (S) bend eh?
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Fish ID????
Yep, it's a hoplo catfish. I have 3 of these, they are great fish. They are also bubble nesters, believe it or not!
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Articles
That would be excellent. If you can include pics of the process it would be even better
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Newbie with 60L tank - what fish?
Cardinals are certainly hardier and live longer than neons. I like the harlequins and they will be fine. I also have Hengeli rasboras. These look like harlequins except they are smaller and have a neon bright orange stripe in them. Look really cool! Your pH isn't too low so most fish will adapt. I have never had much success with dwarf gouramis so can't comment on whether a pair or trio would be better. The speedier schooling fish don't go so well with bettas as they love nibbling on the fins and will beat them to the food.
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A survey: How many people's cats use a litter tray?
My boss breeds Birmans and they always use litter boxes inside. It often stinks, no matter how assiduously they are cleaned out (probably as there can be anything up to 12 cats and kittens using them). We never had a litter box for our cat, the first thing she was taught was to go outside to do her business.
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Personal update: impending unemployment
You are mostly looking on the bright side Stella so all will go well. This was meant to happen. The feeling of hopelessness is understandable but will soon be over as soon as you start on all those other wonderful opportunities. Your reputation, re the book, is definitely not over-rated but well deserved. I look forward to seeing it published and will be certain to buy a copy (even if I have read the draft already) and use it for an excellent reference. The FNZAS will also get a copy for their library. Have you not noticed how many others you have hooked on natives since telling us about your adventures??? GO STELLA!!! :bounce:
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This needs to be said....BIG UPS TO CARYL!
:oops: Thanks for that spink and thank you for your stellar efforts so far! (and your article Barrie) Don't forget, to attend next year's conference you must produce an article for the Aquarium World (in lieu of registration) or there will be no accommodation for you at Rings Beach, Coromandel.
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Articles
DIY projects (inc stuff like making tanks or stands or making your own 3D rock backgrounds, filters, hoods, and those little things that make life easier) fish food recipes Anything aquatic is appreciated and people like variety.
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My Latest Addiction...
Are these for meat or their "wool"?
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GBA's hide
They are also happy just under a piece of driftwood or thick plant. My Ancistrus do not have any caves at all and have bred happily for years.
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Canister filter cleaning
I only clean my Jebo out when the water return drops considerably - once a year or so. Had to do it every 2 or 3 months with the Fluvals and Eheims as they clogged. I have never changed the media, just rinsed and returned but none of mine have filter wool, just ceramic noodles and sponges.
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Haven't been here in a bit
Nice to know you are still alive!. I bet you have enjoyed their visit.
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gba, tunnels
Somewhere to hide yes, specifically a tunnel - no.