Recent content by Rev G

Please can anyone advise on whether the algae on my bogwood is ok? The wood has been in the tank for 6 weeks, is leeching less tannins, with water readings all good and the fish appearing very healthy and happy. Just not sure if the algae is a good thing? Aquarium Residents: 6xPlaty 2xAngel Fish

Thanks you for the information shared on this forum regarding tannins. I have added some carbon into the filter and already, after 24 hours, there is a clearer tank. I am due to be away for a few days and my retailer has told me that fish can go for a 'week or two' without being fed...is this...

Again, thank you so much for this sound advice.

Thanks Aiken Drum. Cycling the water was not mentioned by the retailer, but I did undertake one water change before the fish were added. I have a schedule of 20% change set up for every 2 weeks. Is this good enough? I understand your comments on tannins, etc, which are very helpful, but I am...

Sorry for the long-winded post, but I have waited for years to have my first tropical aquarium, but not sure I am being advised by the retailer on the setup. Here goes... SuperFish Quadro 70 Aquarium Betta Choice Decorative Substrate – 10kg SuperFish Filter Cartridge – Corner Filter 100 Betta...