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    Poly-fil filter

    That's what I use also. The fluval prefilter. It works great for my 36 gallon & my 10gallon tanks.
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    Elephantnose fish

    Hi! Just wondering if anyone has or knows much about elephantnose fish. My brother recently bought me 1 for my birthday & I'm trying to learn about them.
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    [Build Log] Bouncing back from a total tank loss - Planted High Tech Discus Tank

    Even life shortening health issues vary with each person. Don't let it get to you. Just set your mind..."your swimming against a strong current". Do everything drs tell you & don't give up hope. I've known a few people who had the big "C". The strong-willed determined ones almost always either...
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    Looking for tank mates

    I have a blue gourami. He does get aggressive sometimes but he also hides sometimes. He pals around with my pictus catfish. I would get a pictus cause he would def hold his own but I know they get bigger than 3". So I think some type of gourami might be a good choice.
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    Fat Fish

    I don't know much about goldfish. I looked on-line. On the wikihow site it talks about females getting rounder & fatter as their breeding cycle starts. It also has some ways of telling between males/females. It does say they can breed at 1 yr. which is when they're about 3". I don't know if that...
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    Fat Fish

    Could they maybe be pregnant? Idk you didn't mention if they're male or female.
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    Big Box Store Fish

    Sorry about your fish friend. :(
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    Female guppy spine bent after giving birth

    I read something online at various sites about it could be vitamin d deficiency, also could be other mineral deficiency or a genetic problem. Most cases suggested quarantine & careful watch. No suggestions of cures unfortunately.
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    My girlfriend's guppy went missing?

    I had a male guppy disappear once in a 10 gallon tank with a lid. Checked the filter & the tube never did find it. Checked everywhere.So I think sometimes the other fish must eat them...after they've already died. That helps me feel better anyway. I know they eat their babies. Just the only...
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    Note to self check for fry before wc

    I found 1 more! That makes 7! Those little guys are sure hard to spot even when you're looking for them. I think the sand on the bottom makes it even harder to see them. They blend right in!
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    Note to self check for fry before wc

    I just found 2 more, so that's 6! I sure hope I find more, but not going to beat myself up anymore. Just make sure I check & learn my lesson ��. Thanks for your words. It helps.
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    Note to self check for fry before wc

    Did my water change today in my community tank & noticed in the middle of the water change some stuff was squiggling...it was fry! I managed to save 4. I don't know how many I missed but I sure feel bad.
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    water change philosophy

    I use Aqueon water conditioner or API quickstart. I have to use 5 gallon buckets as my aquarium is in my room with no easy access to faucets. I've read anywhere from 10% to 50% water change every 7 to 10 days. It depends on your ammonia, nitrate, & ph levels. Sometimes you may have to do it more...
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    Guppy Separation? Expertise appreciated

    I've also read it's good to have 3 females per male. Not sure if this is correct. I had 3 males. 2 died from a blue gourami fin nipper. So I got a bunch of "feeder guppies". I now have 7 males, & 8 females. The females are being harrassed all the time. I know I need to get more females. Just...
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    [Build Log] Bouncing back from a total tank loss - Planted High Tech Discus Tank

    I've found that aquariums do wonders for taking your mind off of personal health issues. Yours is looking so much better. Your personal insights are awesome in regards to digits & daughters, it takes most people longer to get to that realization. It is inspiring to watch the difference in your...
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    Salt & snails in freshwater aquarium

    Thank you all for your help!
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    Salt & snails in freshwater aquarium

    I think the snails are golden incas.
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    Salt & snails in freshwater aquarium

    I think I have a common pleco. He is a dark tan color with black spots. He doesn't have alot of bristles on his mouth or nose.
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    Salt & snails in freshwater aquarium

    Not sure which kind I will have to research that. The store sign just said pleco. I think it's ok if it gets large because my daughter has a 125 gallon tank with just a turtle & a big goldfish. She will take it once it gets big enough. She didn't want a little guy & is willing to wait for it to...
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    [Build Log] Bouncing back from a total tank loss - Planted High Tech Discus Tank

    I admire your courage to clean up such a difficult task. I am sure you will succeed with the drive you are showing. I don't know much about aquariums with or without plants :), but I wanted to applaud your efforts & look forward to more progress. On a side note I hope your finger heals quickly!
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    What Made You Want A Freshwater Aquarium?

    Boredom I've had different aquariums throughout my life. I'm 53 & Dr.'s have slowed my life down alot because of health issues. So I started a 10 gallon tank last year, with a few guppies, & a few blue gouramis. I've recently up-graded to a 39 gallon bowfront with alot more guppies, only 1...
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    Salt & snails in freshwater aquarium

    Hi! I have a 3 week old, 39 gallon bowfront aquarium. I set it up before learning about...well basically anything. I've had successful aquariums in the past, without knowing all the basics. Apparently I've been doing everything wrong. I have 15 guppies, 2 snails, 1 pleco, 1 blue gourami, & a...
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    Hi! New to forum

    Hi! My name is Cindy 64. I am new to forums & technologically challenged. :) I have had successful aquariums in the past, & currently have a 3 week old, 39 gallon bowfront aquarium. I have apparently done everything you're not supposed to do, so I have lots of ?'s. I was sold a pictus catfish by...
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