For all you fishy people

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 7:28 pm

So far i have a couple of artificial plants in and an ornament
but i'm thinking i should put live plants in too.The hood has 2 flourescent
lights built in.Its at 30 degrees at the moment.The filter,pump and heater
are all built in to one unit at back of tank.I had the water tested today and
was told that the ph balance is perfect but the nitrate level is slightly high
so gonna have it tested again in a couple of days and if its ok then i can add fish.

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 7:40 pm

looking forward to piccies For all you fishy people - Page 4 729386

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 9:16 pm

nitrate level will drop when bacteria starts on filter .
to start with u want something hardy (platy's or swordtails) but only a pair then dont add anymore for about 5 days.
Jan u will get a plant collection on ebay cheaper than any shop and some will give u planting instructions For all you fishy people - Page 4 729386

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 9:36 pm

Thanks Kenny,will have a look on e-bay.
I havnt got an air pump yet so i'm looking on e-bay for one
they are so much cheaper than the pet shop.I have reserved a large
plec at the pet shop can i put him in ?

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 9:44 pm

if u put a large plec in ensure any ornaments are well secured and he would prefer a hiding place .plants will also need to be sturdy (amazon sword types)
He will be fine with smaller fish but would wait till at least wed,if buying algae pellets only put in one and not every day u will have more fun if u use cucumber .
cut a small slice and put in tank (use small metal plant weight to hold in down)

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 10:02 pm

Jan if pump is sitting below water level remember to get an non return valve to fit in air line or ur tank will empty itself

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Mon Aug 03, 2009 10:04 pm

Ok Kenny i'll remember that,thanks. For all you fishy people - Page 4 729386

Subject: Re: For all you fishy people Tue Aug 04, 2009 5:40 am

Aww Jan this is so exciting, getting ready to start your tank, I have live plants now and they look so much more natural, moving with the water flow, can't wait for pics of yours set up

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