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    Gravel size for planted tanks

    For those of us who want to grow low-light plants like anubias, java fern, and crypts in inert gravel (rhizomes above, of course), is there an optimum size range for the gravel? I've read a few recommendations for 2-4mm, which strikes me as correct. I ask because my gravel is 7-10mm, and I...
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    Fluval CO2 88 on 5.5 gallon tank?

    Is there any reason not to use a Fluval CO2 88 on a 5.5 gallon tank? It looks the same as Ista's 95G Premium, and that one says it can be used for nano tanks. Thanks!
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    Programmable light for 5.5 gallon tank?

    Does anybody make a programmable light that would fit a standard 5.5 gallon tank? I want to be able to adjust the output and have a programmable daily light cycle. Ecoxotic had a 12-inch E-series, but I think it has been discontinued. Thanks!
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    Water source for restarting my 5 gallon betta aquarium

    After a few months of cyanobacteria on the gravel and brown algae (diatoms?) on the silk plants that just isn't going away, I've decided to restart the aquarium. Aside from providing a smooth transition for my betta, I want to accomplish two things: 1) I of course don't want a recurrence of the...
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    Removing black beard algae from plant

    I have a broad leaf anubias that recently started getting little, fuzzy black spots on its leaves. From what I've read, it's probably black beard algae. I don't see it anywhere else. What are my options for removing it? My light is a T8 8000K full spectrum, and it's usually on for about 10...
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    What filter media should I use?

    My Deep Blue Bio-Maxx nano HOB filter came with two sponges, one meant for mechanical and the other biological. Are they adequate for a 5.5 gallon aquarium with one betta? Or should I replace either of these with something else (I have a small bag of Fluval Biomax that would fit if I trim or...
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    Filtration options for 5.5-gallon betta tank

    I'm getting ready to set up a 5.5-gallon tank with a betta fish and am trying to decide between filtration options. I'm new to betta fish, but what I've read leads me to believe that I want filtration of about 2x3 times the aquarium's capacity. Does that sound reasonable? I of course don't...
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    20+ years since my last aquarium

    Hello! I've had several freshwater 10 to 20-gallon aquariums, but it has been about 20 years since the last one. I don't have spousal agreement on making space for something like a 29-gallon on a stand, so I've decided to go with a betta fish in a standard 5-gallon on my nightstand. I already...
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