Recent content by JakeVS

Haha! Been there done that! No, you do not need any of those co2, or special lighting or any of that stuff if you are looking to get a start on planted tanks but are wanting to make everything work out. Granted, they do make for some pretty beautiful tanks! First off, check your lights! What...

I say it depends on if you will be carpeting the tank or not! I dirted my tank with very little plant experience, and absolutely hated it at first. Mainly because I was moving my sword and crypts around far too much before I finally became happy with it. I think clay would be a good idea, not...

I agree with both of them, but, and I am likely wrong on this as it feels like a vague memory, are banana plants not quite tall? I want to say I have read 24-32". Glad to see a couple vets giving a newcomer some sensible advice and not pushing high light and co2 on you. I started my tank in a...

5 ottos.

With the ottos in there it would definitely make me overstocked! But great idea! Maybe I will make some trades in the future. ;) Finally caught one of the males all prettied up for a lady friend in a video!

Thanks guys! I'm going to be filling in the sides and the top(hinged) with black wood as well, so all you will see when it is done is the tank itself, no filters or lights. And the sword was pretty slow growing until it hit about 9 inches tall, then it kind of exploded. So I hope the best for...

As promised, PICTURES!!! Unfortunately the DG was quite curious every time the camera came near, so I couldn't get any of the males fully flared up. But here they are! Stand still needs some finishing touches, but it still looks alright, for now that is.

Pictures may have to wait for a few days, but they seem to be quite happy, starting to brighten up again. I'm going to be too busy building the new stand for my 20g!

12 spotted blue-eyed rainbows purchased today, they look gorgeous and healthy! Currently in qt. Also building a new stand! My fishes will soon be living underneath my tv. Picked up the lumber today, cut and painted.

Well, went in to the store today just to look around, and they just happened to have blue eyes in stock. As soon as I actually saw them I couldn't resist. 12 quarantining, will be added soon.

Rummy nose were definitely on my list, but the classic fish keeper in me wants something I haven't seen often. So far the rummy nose are my number one though.

Hey guys, I'm looking for some more fish to put into my heavily planted 20G. Currently just have ottos and a dwarf gourami. Looking for something that will go well with both as well as add a little more activity to the tank in the daytime. The gourami is pretty laid back, and enjoys sneaking...

So, I have already noticed some melting in the crypt that was moved to the front corner. But I have no concerns about it! Three leaves have started to yellow, and will probably die off in the next day or two, so I will be trimming those today. But, to replace them two lovely healthy looking...

Well! Once again I got bored and started mucking about... Moved a couple plants around and added a stone bed through the middle. Wouldn't really make sense in nature, but I think it adds a bit of visual depth. I'm looking forward to the micro sword to fill in fully on both sides. Although I love...

Hey Jon Sorry it took me so long to reply, the issue slowly cleared up with daily cleaning and has been gone for 4 days. Thanks so much for the help!