Recent content by jvdb

Well I'm ok with getting higher demanding plants as well, I just wondered if you thought it was even capable of supporting life?

Just bought a 2.5 gallon tank that I would like to plant. It only came with a glass canopy and this light would work absolutely perfectly with the tank but I'm not sure how it would be for plants. Not looking for a high tech system but do you guys think it will sustain some low light...

I keep a dwarf gourami with guppies in my 30 gallon along with some other types. No problem whatsoever in mine. Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice

Thanks guys. I had no idea I could get a canister for under $100 in that case it's so much easier to do that. I assumed it was gonna cost me $150 minimum. Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice

I currently have a 30 gallon tank with a fluval 205 (rated for up to 40 gallons). The 30 gallon is scratched up horribly but the filter is awesome. I plan on eventually upgrading to a 75g African cichlid tank. After doing some research I know that slightly overstocking cichlid tanks along...

Funny question. I have a 30 gallon so the bucket method works well for me, however I am thinking of getting something larger in the future. What I assume you do is use a hose such as a python and pre treat the tank then put tap water straight into the aquarium from the tap. Am I right? Are...

Bought at a local fish store, not sure where their stock comes from, scared to ask. They have some interesting stock but are in a shady area & my husband is convinced it is a money laundering setup haha. Not going in there asking for a refund :) You don't think a Bolivian female would do well...

There will be a bathroom right on the other side if the wall from the closet where I will have access to the built in tank. My husband needs to put all the plumbing in for the bathroom so I am going to convince him I need a drain and water access right in the closet. Would make water changes...

I think so. Going to do a DIY built in, thinking maybe 120 gallons. Definitely want larger than 55 sine I have a 30g upstairs and want something drastically different for the next tank. Had thought about looking into peacocks, good to hear they might be a good place to start. Thanks! Sent...

I was hesitant when I went out and bought a GBR pair a month ago due to hearing about them "just dying". Anyways I had perfect water conditions, open space complete with good hiding planted areas. Super peaceful well established 30g community tank. I figured why not? I have the perfect set...

My husband and I did this exact thing a few years ago before I knew anything about PROPER fish keeping. It didn't end well. So many fish died most likely due to stress since we chose everything based on what "looked pretty". I have to say now a few years later I have decided to try another...

When our basement is finished I will be putting a large aquarium down there and would really like to make it an african cichlid tank. My issue is I am not that familiar with cichlid personalities and requirements which is making it hard to do proper research. My main concern is limiting...