water discoloration

[hoodla dollas]

i like how my tank looks with the natural pebbles and driftwood, but it keeps the water yellowish. its not a problem i was just wondering if there was any way to keep the water looking better.

 

[Meredith]

Im not positive but I think if you filter through activated carbon it should help with the discoloration. And frequent water changes should help as well.

 

[beblondie]

yup see above your driftwood is probably releasing tannins which is discoloring the water activated should clear it up -Anne

 

[Fishyfanatic]

What kind of filtration unit are you using? If this is happening in your 55 gal, you may want to look into a canister unit. It works wonders, expecially with cichlid's. Also, be aware that the Oscar is going to get huge and requires a tank larger than 55 gal, 70 gal minimum. Also, be careful with that Texas Cichlid.

 

[frog girl]

I am currently boiling all my driftwood which will leach the tannins out at a faster rate than occurs in the tank. It takes a while but the tannic acid makes it harder for my plants to get enough light.