So how long has it been since she started siphoning the gravel? I wonder if she has been releasing toxins in the substrate as a result of not having done proper cleaning befoehand.
Clown loaches grow far too big for your tank. They need double what you have.
What is the pH of your tap water? Do you have any live plants in the tank?
Most recommend 10% a week or 20% a fortnight (which is 2 weeks. I understand 'fortnight' is not a term used in the USA )
I know this is Kapi-Mana's trip, not mine, but hoped you wouldn't mind me sorting out what to do there as I know where everything is and can estimate times etc.
Boy I wanted to add to Mark's last post but remembered I am a Mod and this is a family forum :lol:
Gannet I thought you said that you don't work for Mark you just go and HUG him a lot! Had to read it twice :lol: