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Hello everyone....is there anyone out there in the Elmira, Binhamton area? Dave

I've been working on this new 125 for most of the past summer. I drilled the back, 5 holes(3 down-2 return) and completed the fishless cycle in about 4 weeks. After the cycle completed, I added the 130# of oystercrete rock I made over the summer along with the 75# of live rock from my current...

I've got about 25 mushrooms of various sizes on one piece of rock.....any ideas how to get some of thm off? My brother has his tank going and I'd like to give him some. TIA Dave

I've got a purple tang I put in my main tank after a 4 week QT during all of which it was perfect). The next day it started getting white spots...I think parasites...and today it developed something new I've never seen before. I've posted some pics. it's round and white.I don't know how else...

I found something new tonight. After I turn out the lights I often get the flashlight and look around for new life in my tank. Tonight I found this "thing" it looks like a snail...but without a shell, it has two antenae. I tried to get a pic but it went into a hole in the rock. I almost...

Hello all, I collected several shells when I vacationed at Myrtle Beach several years ago....since then they have been in a box in my attic. I would like to add some to my FOWLR tank. Is it do-able? Thanks Dave

I have a 75 gal planted tank with a high nitrate problem. As you can see by my signature...I have a heavy fish load but I run 2 magnum filters....i with a micron filter and 1 with filter floss. My PH is 6.8 and KH 5 (24 PPM CO2-Pressurized) and my nitrates consistently run in the 30-40 PPM...

Hi all.....I'm setting up a 55 gal F/W tank...gonna try my hand at Angels. Question is, if I move a Magnum 220 filter (has a sponge on the media basket) from my 75 gal planted tank........will it get my cycle started? If anyone has any input..........I'd be appreciative. I don't want to...

I really need some help........I have a Clown Loach (one of a pair I've had for almost a year with no problems other than a couple bouts with ich) who is bloated and the orange color is closer to a gold/yellow. Also, it has white rings around it's eyes. I took it from the 55 gal and put it in...

Hi Can anyone out there identify the plant in this pic? The tall leafy one...it is growing fast with a new leaf starting every two to three days. I am thinking I should remove the bottom smaller leaves to allow the longer ones to grow better...

I could use some help..........I want to try CO2 in my planted tank. I've seen a DIY setup here somewhere, but I can't seem to find it now. Anyone got a plan or a link to direct me to the plan? Thanks Scooby

Just installed a 2x55w light kit tonight. Wow..what a difference. My plants have been getting holes in the leaves and generally looking awful. Been adding liquid fertilizer, hasn't helped much. Upgraded lights from 80w to 110w in a planted 55g community tank. Sure hope it helps.....I don't...

It took 30 days.............My nitrite and Ammonia levels are ZERO! It took several 20% water changes..........changed every other day! My fish and I are much happier. I've been here often this past month, been keeping a low profile :D but I have picked up ALOT of useful information...

I recently setup a 55 gal FW tank. Question is..........is my Magnum 220 adequate filtration for tyis tank? I only have 3 Clown Loaches, 1 YO YO Loach, 3 Tiger Barbs and 3 Headlite Tetras. I am having a high nitrite problem that water changes doesn't seem to be curing. Any suggestions would...

Hi all....and I hope you have a happy and healthy New Year :) I recently set up my 55 gal fresh water tank after a couple years in storage. I am trying live plants....I stress trying.....and am curious about vacuuming and disturbing the gravel near the plants. So far it's got 3 Clown...