Fourth aquarium!

[FishayFishay]

I'm going to buy an Emperor 280 HOB filter. Does anyone else have experience with that one? Also, do I have to buy a new light? I don't know if the Current Nova Extreme is for saltwater or freshwater or if it even matters.

I have one for my 26 gallon bowfront, had it for about a month now and love it. Haven't had a problem. Not loud at all if you fill the tank up to the filters dropper. It's awesome

 

[SpaceFish42]

I have one for my 26 gallon bowfront, had it for about a month now and love it. Haven't had a problem. Not loud at all if you fill the tank up to the filters dropper. It's awesome

I agree. It has only been set up for a few days, but I love it!

 

[SpaceFish42]

Really has nothing to with cycling. I believe there are substances in new driftwood that favor the growth of fungus. In time it will pass. I had the same thing with some manzanita. I got impatient, took it out, boiled it again and put it back. The fungus did not return after that.


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Thanks. Would it go away by itself after a while?

 

[SpaceFish42]

Just noticed you included a. Reinkeii. It's not an easy plant. Lots of iron and lots of light. My Finnex, ferts, and co2 still isn't doing it justice. Hope you have better luck with it.


Caleb

I noticed that it doesn't seem to be in either of my LFSs anyway, so I just won't get any. Thanks for the warning.

 

[TMRC Exotics]

Thanks. Would it go away by itself after a while?

Stays until it uses the nutrients up. Its very common. Nice tank space fish.

 

[SpaceFish42]

Stays until it uses the nutrients up. Its very common. Nice tank space fish.

Thank you! It's the first tank that I actually feel semi-proud of.

 

[SpaceFish42]

When I start stocking this tank, will tetras be the best fish to put in first?

 

[SpaceFish42]

I added more plants today! Unfortunately, I have to get a new light. What are the best lights that are a) good for a high-lighting planted tank, and b) affordable on a low budget?

 

[TMRC Exotics]

I like finnex lights. There are the Chinese LEDs too. I think tao tronics is one.

 

[ImACoolguy]

I like finnex lights. There are the Chinese LEDs too. I think tao tronics is one.

Finned is pretty much the best unless you go DIY with shop lights. For those on a budget anyway. Taotronics is pretty good but I don't know if they make freshwater lighting. I have their 165w dimmable on my SW.


Caleb

 

[SpaceFish42]

I was looking at this one... What are your opinions? http://m.petco.com/product/122667/C...atellite Freshwater Aquarium LED Light-122667

 

[TMRC Exotics]

The satellite is a good light.

 

[SpaceFish42]

The satellite arrived today, and it's amazing! I have no idea how a light that tiny (and I mean TINY) can be so bright! I think the tank looks almost ready for fish, but I would love to hear your opinions.

 

[ImACoolguy]

Lookin good! Love that driftwood


Caleb

 

[SpaceFish42]

SUCCESS!!! After checking the water parameters, I put in the first fish today. She won't be a permanent resident, but it's still exciting to see that little guppy swimming around and exploring everything.

 

[SpaceFish42]

An updated photo of the tank:

 

[Fishobsessed7]

The tank looks amazing! It'll look awesome when the plants grow in!


Fishobsessed7

3 tanks and counting! (6 if you count the bettas)

 

[SpaceFish42]

The tank looks amazing! It'll look awesome when the plants grow in!


Fishobsessed7

3 tanks and counting! (6 if you count the bettas)

Thank you! How long do you think that will take?

 

[Fishobsessed7]

NP

I'm not sure exactly, but keep the plants healthy, and it shouldn't be too long!


Fishobsessed7

Money Can't Buy Happiness, But It Can Buy Fish Which Is Pretty Much The Same Thing

 

[SpaceFish42]

I got the first permanent residents today! There are currently five black neon tetras acclimating.