Recent content by RJRofFL

Perhaps in her previous life she was a blonde? (Ow, that was a bad one!) I guess I have to withdraw my suggestion to name her "pea-pod" and ammend that to read "pea-brain!" You could try putting a sign near the filter saying "Keep off", but she probably won't read it either. Bob

An alternative would be to look for an inexpensive stand (wrought iron perhaps), or even a concrete block encased in cheap panneling. Just a thought. Bob

Forgive me for jumping in here, but you do need to keep feeding ammonia. The "cycle" is dependant upon ammonia as "food" for the nitrofying bacteria. Without ammonia, the bacteria will die. Once you see NitrItes, you should cut your dosage in half, but continue to add daily. After a while you...

When you first see NitrItes appear, you should continue dosing with ammonia, but 1/2 the amount you initially dosed with. This keeps the beneficial bacteria happy. Only dose 1/2. and continue that. Bob

I still say you should name her "Miss Pea-pod" Why is it that No one ever listens to me? All of my imaginary friend do! Bob

Hi block2. Let me add my welcome as well, from the sunny state of Florida, USA. Don't feed the bettas too much beer. They act kind of funny when they drink too much, and often dance on a lily pad with a lampshade on their heads. But, they regret it the next morning. Welcome again. Bob

I heard this today, thought it was cute, and decided to pass it along in case someone needs a little smile or chuckle, and if a cat lover don’t be offended. Little Timmy was filling in a hole he had dug in his backyard. His nosy neighbor, peering over the fence asked, "What are you doing...

Hey Kyle, If you get a few more, then you can buy them the "Twister" game and watch them play. ha ha Bob

Since she is so fond of them, I vote for naming her "Pea-Pod". My corys are named "Larry", "Moe", and "Curly". Bob

Just a little humor here. Enjoy: Three elderly fish were discussing how they would each like to be remembered after they "passed on" to the "fish tank in the sky." They decided to describe how their eulogy would sound. The first fish said, "When I am stretched out upside down on the...

Hey longlive, All of the fish you have are labeled as "peaceful" and the barb even "timid." However, just as humans, fish do have personalities. Aggression is always an issue when enviornments are crowded or water quality is not up to par. I can only suggest that you provide enough "hiding...

Helolo Longlive, When I first started fishkeeping I was very naive and somewhat dense. I asked folks to explain to me as if I were a six year old. No offense meant to your inteligence, but I will go this route, if I may. In the wild, fish can swim a hundred miles to get away from predators...

Hello longliveglam. I'm sorry to hear of your troubles. First let me just say that every single person on this forum, myself included, has been exactly in your shoes. So you will get no sarcasm or scolding here. I've jumped in simply to offer a few things to help to save your fish. I agree 100%...

Hello bluerose, I'm so glad things are working out. You are to be commended for this, and I nominate you as "Betta Mom of the Year!" I'm sure you've heard this, but it does work. Take a pea and cook it (the microwave is OK) but not till it's soft, only firm. Remove the skin and cut into tiny...

I absolutely agree with the "tank size" being a huge factor. Just think, in the ocean or lake fish can swim miles to avoid any confrontations, or even if they don't like the "neighborhood." How far can they go in a 10 or 20 or 30 gal tank? I get along great with my mother-in-law as there...