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Maybe backing paper around the back and sides? Or a UV filter (although thats a much more expensive option)

I agree! That hutch is really cool - if you made it yourself you'd be sure it was good quality too (those ones of trademe are rubbish - I got one and when it got wet it swelled and fell apart). My buns are in a hutch like that in summer (just moved into it today) and are in an inside hutch during winter (and put out into a play pen on nice days).

Definately! And it needs to be small enough that a cats paw can't get through

You're welcome! I'm a critter nut as my name says :lol: 7. Go for a minilop - fluffy and cute as hell!! They're really relaxed aswell 8. Not always, rabbits are really intelligent - more so than some dogs! So if they don't have companionship and plenty of entertainment they tend to get bored and want to roam (desexing lessens this urge also, just as with cats and dogs). Plenty of toys like treat dispencing balls, obstacle courses, things to throw around (bunnies LOVE to throw things) will keep them entertained while your out at school etc. You also still need a hutch so they have a safe place. As far as them running around the garden goes, for a smaller bunny I'd be more worried about cats etc rather than the bunny straying. We do get alot of people coming into work though saying that their bunny has got out and is lost :nilly:

5. As long and you use a fine mesh and make sure it covers the bottom, top, sides etc you should be alright - bunnies from a good breeder will be well socialised with cats so they shouldnt be too bothered 6. They don't do too much damage as long as you train them/provide the right things eg. litter tray, bed, their own chew and play toys etc. There's some specialised things for bunnies but most of the time cat beds, litter trays, toys etc are great for them If you're near botany this weekend pop into animates and I can show you some adoooorable minilop babies. They make the best pet bunnies IMO :happy2: Here's one of my bunbuns, Freddy

My rabbits are house rabbits Its really easy to teach them to go in a litter tray. Mine curl up with the dogs in front of the fire :lol:

1. 1m square per rabbit minimum. For a flemish giant your looking at about 2.5m 2. Raised floors are better as they're warmer and protect from flooding etc. Roof needs to be waterproof if they're living outside. Good ventilation is a must. And there must be enough room foor them to have seperate living, sleeping, feeding and toileting areas 3. NZ rabbit fancy is the best for those kinds of rabbits. Trademe has a few as well but don't buy unless the conditions the rabbits are kept in is super clean. Animates can get rabbits such as rex, dutch, dwarf and minilops 4. In general the larger the breed the more docile. However the same is true of lop ears - they're way more chillaxed and much more human oriented. If you keep just the one rabbit, he'll be much more bonded to you, however you'll need plenty of time to spend with him. Two rabbits will bond more to each other and will keep each other warm/company but won't be as cuddly towards you. Bunnys diet consists of 50% hay, 30% high quality pellets and 20% fresh fruit and vege. Salt licks, and mineral and wooden chews are also needed as bunny teeth never stop growing. Hope that helps! :happy2:

+1 My plecs seem to love 'em too even though I give them spiralina tablets :lol:

LOVE it!!

That would be a good excuse if they served customers. I went in there and didn't even get a hello :roll:

TetraColour tropical granules (colourbits) :thup: My neons and penguins love 'em!

Nooo come visit me at Botany Animates :tears:

Water's much clearer today :happy2:

Thanks, that makes me feel better :happy2: I'm not too keen on dismantling the whole thing. Went to stone and water world today and got some alpine rocks. Here's the updated look

Thanks, I will look into it. I love the look of white sand etc but find maintenance really hard. The gravel I've used is all 4mm and under, is that still to big?

Sounds like I'm best to just stick to my planned stocking then I wanna keep the colours quite simple in this tank.

Thanks guys I'll probably sell 4 or so yellows when they get bigger. I'll see how the plants go, if they eat them its no biggy :lol: As for the rocks, like I said, gonna be adding some rock formations for hiding places, territories etc :thup: I'd love to ryan but I have no car :tears: Forum pics will have to do for now. Is there any other fish I could add as little extras? Would a pair of GBAs or longfin BN be okay in there?

Well here's my new project :happy2: Just set it up yesterday. I know its not particularly african but I plan on adding a bunch of rock formations etc. so it's still got awhile to go. Sand drives me nuts so I've gone for a dark gravel and I still wanted some greenery so have popped in some val and swords left over from my other tanks. Keen to see how it goes anyway :thup: Planned stocking: 12 Electric Yellows 12 Demasoni 6 Clown loaches (Are these alright? All will be quite young.)

Set up my new tank todayyyy :happy1: Thread/Pictures to come :thup:

I just sold one at Botany yesterday also so they definately have them, just ask to order one in

Didnt miss too much fishy-wise :smln: Is Dux settling back in well? Sydney has been looking for him since you picked him up :lol:

Yay! Thanks

Around 4ft long, 1ft deep and 1.5ft high

Hi all, So after much deliberating, I'm thinking I might like to set my 182L tank up as an Lake Malawi African Cichlid tank. What sort of stocking could I fit? I like the idea of Demasoni and Electric Yellows. Is this viable for this size tank or am I dreaming? :lol: I don't know a thing about cichlids so any comments are appreciated!