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Hey all - I posted originally as this thread below: http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=2999 I was dealing with some cherry barbs scratching not long after putting some new fish into the tank. I resolved to dose with Melafix and salt for seven days, and raised the temperature to...

Nuts. I've got 2 of my fish who are scratching against the plastic plants or in one case, the uptake valve to my filter. I've just added a bunch of fish, so this may be the culprit. Of course, my first worry is ICH, but so far visible evidence of that doesn't exist. A little tank history...

Is it possible to add a plant or 2 in a tank that's established already (13 fish), pH about 7.1, no ammonia problems? I have an undergravel filter, so I'd be looking for something that I'd keep in the pots they come in, if possible. Would this hurt the fish, and if I can do this, any word on...

Can they handle a gravel bed? I've got gravel, with some of those smaller ultra stones covering the top. Bought 2 cories a week or so ago, and they seem to be fine -- just read a book, however, that recommends sand for 'em.

Hello All, Currently I'm the proud owner of a 29G tank with 5 cherry barbs, 6 tiger barbs and 2 small spotted corys. Basically, things are running fine - but I just have a couple of questions as I'm nervous about one or two things. Brief history: the tank was originally set up in 1999 with 4...