Hi all,
I've learned a lot by lurking, but I'm ready to move from my little 10 gallon to a 56 gallon column tank I got off Craig's List. Before I even get to the fish I've got to get all the hardware straight. I'm planning on buying an Eheim 2217 and a Hydor 300 watt in-line heater. The current substrate choice is Caribsea's black eco-complete (probably around 130 pounds to get a 2.5" bed). I'm not sure what to do about lighting yet--I'm sure the stock hood that came with the tank won't be enough for most plants. Fish plan are a few small schools of neons, endlers, harlequins, and panda corys (7-10 each). Some red cherry shrimp and a few snails. Any suggestions?
So, is the filter enough or too much? I've wondered given the depth of the tank (24") if I need a more powerful filter or if I'll just blow the fish away.
thanks,
Nathan (Colorado)
I've learned a lot by lurking, but I'm ready to move from my little 10 gallon to a 56 gallon column tank I got off Craig's List. Before I even get to the fish I've got to get all the hardware straight. I'm planning on buying an Eheim 2217 and a Hydor 300 watt in-line heater. The current substrate choice is Caribsea's black eco-complete (probably around 130 pounds to get a 2.5" bed). I'm not sure what to do about lighting yet--I'm sure the stock hood that came with the tank won't be enough for most plants. Fish plan are a few small schools of neons, endlers, harlequins, and panda corys (7-10 each). Some red cherry shrimp and a few snails. Any suggestions?
So, is the filter enough or too much? I've wondered given the depth of the tank (24") if I need a more powerful filter or if I'll just blow the fish away.
thanks,
Nathan (Colorado)