My first fishless cycle is complete - 10g FW - Aquarium Advice

CatatonicBug · 05-06-2008, 01:01 AM

I started with a simple tank, left over from an old setup my wife had before we met.

CatatonicBug · 05-06-2008, 01:03 AM

I added new gravel and the Magnum HOT filter I had gotten with my 47g tank, and plumbed an airline across my basement rafters and into this new tank. Then, I have gradually added a few plants, and I found 2 old pots laying around and added them this last weekend. I am expecting some Java Moss soon, and will post a new pic when I add that to the tank.

CatatonicBug · 05-06-2008, 01:04 AM

What I would really like to do is make this a breeder tank. GBRs really sound like something that would be nice to try. I thought about Powder blue gouramis, but can't seem to find females around here. If nothing else, I know guppies would work, but I was hoping for something a bit more exotic.

pitt420dude · 05-06-2008, 09:32 AM

That is a nice little tank youve got there. Any thoughts on a background?

CatatonicBug · 05-06-2008, 10:58 AM

I actually have gotten addicted to the idea of a black background. Static cling holds a black trash bag to the tank very nicely, but I haven't gotten around to that aspect of this tank just yet. Maybe once I get the Java Moss from Black Hills TJ.

neilanh · 05-06-2008, 01:14 PM

GBRs aren't a bad idea. They'll likely enjoy the caves, but you might want to plant a little bit heavier, as fry like the hiding space somewhat.

CatatonicBug · 05-06-2008, 02:15 PM

I do plan to plant a LOT more. This will also be my plant nursery tank. I can actually reach the bottom of this one, unlike my 47g tall.

CatatonicBug · 05-08-2008, 01:19 AM

Ok, I have added some Java Moss. I've never used this stuff before, so I don't really know what to expect out of it, but it cinda looks cool as a covering for the pots and a foreground grassy area. What do you think?

black hills tj · 05-08-2008, 02:08 AM

Lookin good

marchmaxima · 05-08-2008, 06:26 AM

I have to admit I am biased on the black background idea. Go for it! And watch out for those blueys who might try to dissuade you

05-06-2008, 09:32 AM	#4 (permalink)
pitt420dude Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Pittsburgh! Home of the 5 Time Superbowl Champs! Posts: 949 Images: 11	That is a nice little tank youve got there. Any thoughts on a background? __________________ Thank you so much for all your help. I'm now going green. LOOK! A NEW LEAF!!!!!

05-06-2008, 01:14 PM	#6 (permalink)
neilanh MTS Advocate Community Mentor Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 2,566 Images: 15	GBRs aren't a bad idea. They'll likely enjoy the caves, but you might want to plant a little bit heavier, as fry like the hiding space somewhat. __________________ ~Neilan In the DC Metro Area? Check out GWAPA Look, I have a My Info Page! Where's yours? Useful Links: Vote for AA, Nitrogen Cycle, Fishless Cycling, Articles, Acronym List

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black hills tj Aquarium Advice Addict Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: black hills, south dakota Posts: 1,272	Lookin good __________________ Mike 29g Tank Log 20G Tank Log www.bhtj.net

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marchmaxima Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 508	I have to admit I am biased on the black background idea. Go for it! And watch out for those blueys who might try to dissuade you __________________ Sharon : Melbourne, Australia 15G Freshwater Tank

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05-06-2008, 01:04 AM	#3 (permalink)
CatatonicBug Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 503 Images: 6	What I would really like to do is make this a breeder tank. GBRs really sound like something that would be nice to try. I thought about Powder blue gouramis, but can't seem to find females around here. If nothing else, I know guppies would work, but I was hoping for something a bit more exotic.

05-06-2008, 10:58 AM	#5 (permalink)
CatatonicBug Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 503 Images: 6	I actually have gotten addicted to the idea of a black background. Static cling holds a black trash bag to the tank very nicely, but I haven't gotten around to that aspect of this tank just yet. Maybe once I get the Java Moss from Black Hills TJ.

05-06-2008, 02:15 PM	#7 (permalink)
CatatonicBug Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 503 Images: 6	I do plan to plant a LOT more. This will also be my plant nursery tank. I can actually reach the bottom of this one, unlike my 47g tall.