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Which do you prefer between these two powerheads and why? I am looking at buying one between the two. They are very similar. I have read good reviews for both. The flow rate is adjustable on both, so flow isn't a concern with either of them. Pricing is about the same too. Close enough anyway. I...

I feel like an idiot having to ask this question but I figured I better ask anyway. Better to be safe. Does the qoute below mean the water level at the bottom of the tank or the water level at the surface? I think it's the surface, but if I'm wrong, that'd be bad. I'm installing a canister...

I love researching fish and today I looked up Clownfish. I learned an interesting fact (of course most people already knew this! :oops:) At birth, all Clown Fish are males and as they grow, the predominant male will become the dominate female which will give her the job of primary defender of...

I tossed the fake plants, and am starting to add live plants to my 30 gallon! Yippee! It's a loooooong ways from finished, but it's gotta start somewhere! I added some driftwood too and anchored the plants to it. The driftwood is "a floater" so it's held down with some rocks for the time being...

I told my kids to keep their hands out of the tank and betta bowls or the fish will think their fingers are food and eat them. Never had little fingers in the tank since! :pimp: The idea was re-enforced when I was cleaning the tank and my female betta swam up and nipped me scaring the crap outa...

I love stocking tanks. IMO it's the best part!!! I thought it'd be fun if we "stock TWO 200 Gallon together" :) One a saltwater and the other a planted freshwater. Based on what is already added to the tank by other AA members, add a fish that would be compatable in the community tank. Limit...

Hey AA folks! Wondering if anyone here has had or presently has Rainbow Shiners out of Alabama United States in their aquarium? Also called the Rainbow Dace. I recently came across a youtube video of these fish and they are beautiful! Would like to know others experience with these fish. :)

My beautiful Roseline Sharks! I love them!!! Fun fish :D I can't wait until my 75 gallon is ready for them to move into!!!! EXCITING :brows:

Hello AA family. My Kribensis is an extremely outgoing fish, but lately he has decided to spen most the day beneath the sponge on the penguin power head. I'm not sure what's up with him. I have been closely examining him constantly everyday. He is still eating, and he still protects his turf...

Has anyone here used Rhododendron for their tank(s)? I have a huge one in my front yard and had read somewhere awhile back that some use this, but also read their are risks involved. If it's safe though, since my husband is digging it up this summer, I would love to use the twisted branches!

Is there any other meaning behind using different species of driftwood other than appearance?

I can not find any Java Moss here! If you have too much, I'd be glad to take some off your hands! :thanks: EDIT: Disreguard everyone! I got some from someone here locally! Thank you!!!

Hi all! I want to get some of Mylassian Trumpet Snails for my sand tanks and some Nitrite snails for all my tanks. If anyone has any to spare, please let me know! Thank you!:D

I realize I posted in the wrong location. Is there a way I can move this http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f12/lighting-196004.html to the equipment section?

Which aquarium lights offer good lighting for a low-tech planted tank while maintaining a low(er) power bill?

Hi guys! Please help me out. I have a 30 gallon 36" long low-tech planted tank. No Co2. We had Full Spectrum T5 1400K bulbs in for 5 months. One burnt out today. I want to go higher like 5000K-6500K. But have read up to 8000K is good. I don't want to have an unbalance due to too much light and...

Hi everyone! What are the most colorful top dwelling fish? I am looking for a peaceful fish that will add bright movement at the top of my tank. Fish that are at least 2" long so that they don't get gobbled up by my 4" Kribensis. I can't wait to hear back from you guys! :D

Hi everyone! I have a 75 gallon being set up as we speak. It will have dark substrate and be heavily planted with some driftwood and rocks. It will be a low-tech set-up. Here is my stocking plan for this tank. Tell me what you think; good, bad, or suggestions. 8 Denison Barbs 8 Odessa Barbs...

I am thrilled that I have my Roseline Sharks! Gorgeous!!!

I couldn't find any good sand here in this little Alaskan town. I was going to use creek sand or glacial sand, but then my LFS owner told me it would decay in 2 months. So, I decided no sand. Then he gave me 40lbs of white sand he wasn't using any longer! It's gorgeous! I am so happy! The...

This morning I couldn't find my 7" spotted sailfin. Usually he is moving across the glass or on the driftwood. But, this morning no where. I finally found him :(I have no clue as to how he did it, but he was laying outside the tank. Just horrible! I feel just awful, and I know that other fish...

I am soooo freaked out right now! And very sad :ermm: I have a tank that makes me very happy, but all of a sudden "the star of the show" has lost it! I don't know what has happened and I don't know if there is anything I can do to curb his sudden aggression. I added a sweet Albino Kribensis...

Please share your most trusted online fish suppliers. I am going to start buying online and would like to know which places offer the best deals and the healthiest fish. If you see your favorite already listed, go ahead and "agree". If you see one you had a bad experience, please don't hesitate...

Have a low-tech tank? Want to share? I'd love to see! Post it here and if you want, tell us about your tank(s); plants, fish, substrate, equipment, and "the good, bad and ugly" experiences you've had. :fish1::fish2::fish1::fish2::fish1::fish2::fish1:

Hello everyone. I thought it'd be worth a shot to see if anyone has any emersed trimmings they need to find a home for. I am beginning to set up my low-tech tanks and have a need for plants! Here's a list of plants I'm interested in (but please tell me what you have and I will look it up to...