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Hey guys, the filter is just over 2 years old and the other day it started to repeatedly make a very strange sound during which time the water output slows/stops. Note that this issue is constant and occurs over and over again. I cleaned it and had a look-see but didn't notice anything that...

The fins of my shark have gradually disappeared over the last several weeks. I thought maybe another fish was nipping on them but that is not the case. He actually swims very well and eats like a horse. What gives?

I have a 36 gallon FW tank with a couple of guppies, a Pleco and some tetras. I wanted to by two Mollies and two Platys as I would like to get some fry born as I think my son would be amazed by it. In any event, the gentleman at my LFS told me that with the Mollies and Platys, I would have to...

I've been doing a lot of reading here and it seems that alot of you do not use carbon in your filters. This surprised me a bit because I've always used carbon. I have a 36g FW tank with community fish. Here's what is in my Rena XP2, from the bottom up: (2) 20 PPI Foam (2) 30 PPI Foam...

I have a 36g FW tank with a Rena XP2 filter. I have 10 small fish, (neons and the like) and 2 High-Fin Tetras. The tank is about 1 year old and cycled. My Nitrate levels have been off the charts. I thought it was originally due to my lacksidasical water changes but I started changed 25% of...

The PH in my 36G FW runs at about 6.4. I have all community fish, i.e., Neons, Guppies, Swords, etc. Is this level ok? TIA

I've read alot of people talk about Mystery Snails on these forums and my interest is peaked. What are they? What makes them special? How many should one buy? What are the pros and cons? I have a 36g FW tank. Thank you

What is the correct temperature for a FW tank housing community fish, i.e., guppies, swordtails and the like. Thanks

Since all of you that helped me were such a large part or my decision making, I thought I'd share with you a couple of photos of what you and I created. Thanks again for all of your help in the past and your continued support in the future!

I have a new 36g FW tank with a Rena XP2 filter. I see alot of posts about Diatom Filters and I am curious... Can someone please explain to me or point me to a link that explains what exactly a Diatom filter is? Used for? Is it used by itself or in conjunction with another filter?

I have the XP2 on my 36g Bow-Front tank and the waterflow from the spray bar seems to be too powerful as it is blowing the fish around whenever the cross the center of the tank. Would pointing the spray bar down work? What about removing the end cap of the spray bar? Any suggestions would be...

I am looking for an idea/ornament/etc for my 36 gallon community tank for possible future fry to hide in, like a cave or something. I can't find anything online or at the LFS' I am going for the natural look however, no live plants. Any suggestions? Thanks

I am in the process of setting up my XP2 and the instructions recommend either Bio-Chem Stars or Ceramic Rings to be added to one of the trays. I will be housing community fish in my tank. Do you guys recommend using one of the above items? If so, which- the stars or the rings? Also, how...

After reading and learning alot from these forums and everyone's suggestions, I've decided on my new tank... -36 Gallon Black Bow Front - Rena XP2 - Hydor ETH 201 Heater I will post pics once everything is set up. I am not ready for live plants right now, but I would like to go for a natural...

Was looking at possibly purchasing an Oceanic 40 Gallon HEX. Was looking for filter suggestions. Looks like an Eheim 2217 or Rena XP3 would be good for me... anyone disagree or have other suggestion? What about a heater? Which type/brand? Thanks!

Unfortunately my goldfish just died so I am looking to stock the tank with some community fish. What are some of you recommendations?

I have been having huge problems with GW pretty much since a few months after I set up my 10 gallon tank, which is over a year now. I have one Goldfish in the tank (see photo) and I do not over-feed. The plant is plastic. There are no live plants in the tank. Again, it appears I have yet...

I've bookmarked a topic but I am not exactly sure what that means/does for me. Is there a link I am not seeing that would allow me to see all of my bookmarked topics?

I have a 10 gallon FW set up. (I am asking this in the SW forum because as I understand it, you guys have more experience with this stuff) Without getting into specifics, I am at my wits end and have tried tons of methods and remedies but still have algae problems. As a last resort, I would...

I have a 29 gallon fully cycled and active tank. I am just wondering how often is the "norm" to do water changes? Also, how much water should be changed? I'd like to get my tank on a regular schedule but I don't want to go overboard. Is this a good product to use for the water changes...

I set up this 10 gallon tank about 2 months ago. I let the tank sit with the filter running for 48 hours before adding 1 Goldfish and 1 Algae Eater (Pleco?) I moved these fish from a 5 gallon tank because I was having issues with cloudy water and thought the tank was too small for them...

I am thinking of moving a medium size goldfish into a 10 gallon tank (currently in a 5 gallon) Can someone recommend the best filter for me.. considering how messy Goldfish are. Also, given that Goldfish are hardy, should I still wait for the tank to cycle before putting him in the new tank...

I've had my Eclipse Corner 5 tank up for about 2 months now. I have one Goldfish and on algea-eater type fish. The tank has an 11 Watt Compact Fluorescent lamp. Lately the water has become cloudy with almost a greenish tint to it. I have done water changes and changed the filter material...

I use to have aquariums about 10 years ago so I have been out of the hobby for a while and need some help. I plan on purchasing a 55Gallon tank for freshwater use. I am thinking about loading it up with some nice community fish and some schooling fish as well. - I am wondering, what are the...