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Thanks for the input guys. I wasn't imagining that you could safely keep more than a sparse scattering on the surface of the substrate (which is how I probably should have worded my first post :P), however, the applications you have both mentioned are quite intriguing. Purrbox, you wouldn't have...

Hey guys, I'm intrigued as to how some of you go about preparing leaf litter for use in your substrates. I've always been steered away from their use due to the beliefs of colleagues, that they can often cause the build-up of anoxic pockets and the production of toxic Hydrogen Sulphide. For...

I'm pretty sure they are illegal here too, and if your fisheries laws are anything like what they are here, getting caught with one of those means no fish (or privacy) for you for ~3 years plus the massive fine on top of that! Silver Arowanas, on the other hand, are fine here and are generally...

Celebes Rainbows - You can't go past rainbows for pure action in a planted tank. The electric blue in these guys can provide a nice change from the monotony of Cardinals and Neons. http://www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk/pfk/images/celebes_rainbow.jpg White Clouds are also nice if you're looking...

Personally, I've never had any trouble with Flying Fox, and have recommended them to hundreds of people with absolutely no complaints. If you want them purely for clean-up purposes, get them as small as you can (1.5 inches or so is fine) and they should go nuts on your green and (should any pop...

I hope I'm just stating the obvious, but make sure the silicone you use is an aquarium-safe version such as Sikaflex Aquarium Silicone. Other types of silicone can contain ingredients that are poisonous to your fish, and will leech out into your tank over time.