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With my first tank getting started this week, I'm asking my LFS to order Blue Pearl Shrimp and Green Neon Rasboras (Microdevario kobutai). I'm struggling to find consistent information on what to feed the nano rasboras (1" when full grown). Here are examples of what I've found...

I JUST bought the tank for the setup outlined below ::excited:: Is my setup conducive for a beginner's first tank? Are my plant choices and choice of lights conducive to using only liquid carbon (no pressurized CO2)? Will the Excel melt any of my plants (as I've read some plants are prone to...

The pH of water straight out of my tap is 7.6. The fish I intend to get have a recommended pH of between 6.0 and 7.0. I will be using liquid CO2 and putting in driftwood once my tank gets here (a 12 gallon Mr. Aqua), which I've been informed will lower the pH of my tank water a bit. Do you think...

I'm putting together a small freshwater community tank with a 12 gallon long Mr. Aqua rimless tank. Is there a large difference between the maintenance on an Eheim and on a Fluval? Would a filter designed for 70 gallons be too much filtration? Also, Im struggling to find clear tubing that will...

Hi all, I'm picking up a 12 gallon tall tank (Fluval Edge) and want to start a planted freshwater tank (because live plants are so much cooler). I'm thinking a carpet of Eleocharis parvula (info/pic), and a background of tall Vallisneria nana (info/pic). I'm hoping I won't need extra equipment...

Hi all, Do you have any suggestions for stocking (and planting) a 12 gallon Fluval Edge? My research so far has me interested in translucent fish and shrimps (like glassfish and ghost shrimp), but any suggestions for a peaceful community are welcome! JP

Hi all, Your online community comes highly recommended for learning about keeping fish, so I look forward to exploring your forums. I have my first tank (Fluval Edge, 12 gallon) but no plants or fish - I'm still researching what I can safely put in this very pretty tank. I'll be using the...