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Thanks David, I was thinking cichlids would be of the smaller variety like Convict, Firemouth, Blue Acara, T bar, Salvini. All would be one sex to avoid breeding and therefore some of the aggression. I don't think the tank is quite big enough for Geo or Juru. The more I think about it the more I would like to go for smaller fish Dwarf Cichlids, tetras, cory, and small pleco. That was one of the main questions I had was how to add tannins, but the tea idea sounds like an easy alternative. I am Auckland and my tap water is normally 7-8ph I will definitely be using dried leaves in the tank, are oak the best option? Michael.

The tank is 1200x630x610mm around 400l, I am looking at stocking with South American fish. So it will be 4-5 larger cichlids or lots of smaller fish like tetras, corydoras, and a couple of smaller fancy plecos.

Hi all, I was looking at doing a blackwater aquarium. I was wondering if anyone on here has done one and could help out with any advice/tips on the best way to do it. Thanks.

Just wondering, are you still very happy with the Current Satellite lights?

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Sorry if this has been asked already, is the sawdust added by you or is it a by product of the Pleco's gnawing on the wood?

:cophot: The algae is making the rock look even better than when you first started.

:cophot: That's a great looking tank, the Calvus Black are an awesome looking fish.

Looking awesome, such a cool tank :thup:

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That second picture of the Aro is awesome really brought out the green colouration. Is it the same fish?

Hi Shane, I have always found this site very helpful. It is quite basic but a good starting point. http://www.aqadvisor.com/

I would be interested in the beams light. Can you tell me what the max tank fitment is on it? Thanks, Michael

Running a dehumidifier 24-7 will also heat the room (good in winter) because it cools and and then reheats the air. Also your next biggest loss will be through the windows so some heavy drapes or board them up.

If you use a good sealant/undercoat on the gib and then paint with enamal paint it will give a good vapour seal.