BrianBSHS
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
Questions and stuff w/ pictures
So I just came back from spring break and have this 1.5gallon tank with a Java Fern, Anubia, and 2 goldfish. The tank is only about 2-3 weeks old so it isn't cycled yet. I want to eventually put some shrimp and snails in the tank. I came back with a bucket / siphon for water changes and a new light and timer.
As for bulbs, I have a 23W 2700K and a 13W 2700K CFL. Which should I use, or should I just go buy another one?
Full tank shot
What causes this? I know the water level is low, it drops quicker with the top off and the light bulb on.
My java fern is growing, still looks rough.
Here's the Anubia.
Just checked
Ammonia: .25
Nitrite: .2
I'm going to need a lot more plants for the shrimp.
What plants work well?
Do I need CO2?
Should I get dirt for underneath the gravel?
Should I get rid of the gravel?
I'd like a nice foreground plant that won't need CO2, also, a recommended light bulb would be appreciated as well so they get enough light.
I plan on doing another water change once I borrow the dechlorinator that my friend has.
So I just came back from spring break and have this 1.5gallon tank with a Java Fern, Anubia, and 2 goldfish. The tank is only about 2-3 weeks old so it isn't cycled yet. I want to eventually put some shrimp and snails in the tank. I came back with a bucket / siphon for water changes and a new light and timer.
As for bulbs, I have a 23W 2700K and a 13W 2700K CFL. Which should I use, or should I just go buy another one?
Full tank shot
What causes this? I know the water level is low, it drops quicker with the top off and the light bulb on.
My java fern is growing, still looks rough.
Here's the Anubia.
Just checked
Ammonia: .25
Nitrite: .2
I'm going to need a lot more plants for the shrimp.
What plants work well?
Do I need CO2?
Should I get dirt for underneath the gravel?
Should I get rid of the gravel?
I'd like a nice foreground plant that won't need CO2, also, a recommended light bulb would be appreciated as well so they get enough light.
I plan on doing another water change once I borrow the dechlorinator that my friend has.
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