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Its such a simple question.... What is the best looking, best working, and most livley tank cleaning type of fish for a.... (20 gallon tall, freshwater tropical community tank with live plants) Thanks in advanced for all responces! (feel free to hijack this thread with your own question)

Very simple question... What is your favorite type of barb? (if possible please include pictures) Thanks in advanced to all who answer!

Just a question.... Feel free to hijack this thread... What is your favorite type of schooling fish? Based on: Apperance, Size, Location in tank, and Behavior. Thanks for the help!

So I have been wondering for a very long time. What is with all of these stats? Like ph, kh, nitrites etc. So in this thread please answer with... What are all of the water qualities both good and bad that people should pay attention to in a planted tank. (Please use ranges as well as...

Im in a dilema... I am starting a new 20 gallon freshwater tank. The only problem is I am torn between a tropical community tank or a cichlid tank. The reason I am so torn is because cichlids have such a beautiful appearance but are agressive. Is there any way to "get around" the agressive...

I have heard over and over that fertilazation substrate is a must for a planted tank. I am starting a 20 gallon planted tank that I want to look prestine. Because I am mostly a "looks" type of guy, I want to have sand as the substrate. So my questions are... 1: Do I even need a fertilazation...

I am brainstorming for my new 20 gallon tank so my question for you is... What are the easiest plants to maintain? What is the general profile for that plant? Ready.... GO! Thanks for all help.

So I have a 20 gallon aquarium (why did I write aquarium, you know its an aquarium, were on an aquarium site) anyway, I have 2 plecs and the larger of the two hasent really swam anywhere that I can see, he is alive I can see him breathing. I just dont know what to do, near the back I have a...

I have heard many different opinions about the ratio for breeding endlers, so I thought I would take it to the experts. So how many males should there be for blank ammount of females in a 20 gallon aquarium. Thanks for the help

Im looking for setup ideas so if you would like, put up pictures and give a semi-detailed description of plants used, the size of the tank, lighting levels, lighting systems, price of plants, co2 system, if possible the fish in the tank, just for fun. :) Basically anything you got, if its not...

Simple question, Should I use a plastic tape on background for the back of the tank with plants and nature stuff on it or should I use one with a solid color, (and what color)?

Alittle cliche but please anyone who has ideas on stocking a 20 gallon vertical freshwater community tank. I only asked you all because you know what your talking about, any help is appreciated. Gracias! (Thank you) :)

What is the best setup in a 20 gallon tank with sand and planning to have the take obtain live plants (if it matters). Is driftwood better, or rocks? Please keep in mind I am a general beginner. Thanks for the help! kindof a short question but many responses is appreciated.

Hey guys! Starting up a new tank, its just a small 20 gallon (freshwater community) and I was wondering what fish school nicely because I am going for about three different schools, also please take appearance into accout, i have my eye on red pencil fish, ghost glass cats, and I dont know what...

Hey guys! Starting up a new tank, its just a small 20 gallon (freshwater community) and I was wondering what fish school nicely because I am going for about three different schools, also please take appearance into accout, i have my eye on red pencil fish, ghost glass cats, and I dont know what...

In your opinion, what is the best looking, surviving, and interesting sets and combonations of fish for a beginners aquarium? Thanks

I know that alot of people prefer to use C02 for planted tanks, but is it needed? It is often talked about how to setup a C02 peice and ive read all that but really, what good does it do? What hurt does it casuse when not used? Simple as that.

I am setting up my new 20 gallon aquarium and dont have experience with planted tanks, so what plant is your favortie and why? ...In your response please add details about the plant such as lighting, coloration, and keeping difficulty, Thanks!

So! I have recently decided that my 20 gallon aquarium will now be started over and almost everything re-done (including substrate, livestock, plants and more)because I currently have no fishies in stock :( The full plan is this... (bear with me for a second, if any items on this list do not...

I am starting a new tank, my old one didnt have any live plants. I was thinking that I could try a couple of live plants in my new 20 gallon aquarium. Is it wrong to mix two kinds on plants, live and silk? Are there any newbie tips anyone can share about starting your first planted aquarium...

I was just wondering if I used sand for the substrate but also included an airstone for oxegen if that would work because sand is dense and hard to push air through. Does anybody know the answer to this mystery?

I am starting a 20 gallon tank. The problem is that I love the look of sand but I hear it is hard to vacume. I dont like the fake looking kind of gravel, im into realistic looks. But then im stuck between the two and need your help to make a good decision. So back to the big question: Sand or...

What credentials can make 1 fish better than another? This is simply a conversation starter. I was just wondering what everyones favorite fish is, but even more important... what makes it better than the others? In your response please leave a detailed discription of your favorite fish including...

I have a big problem, I am "reseting" my tank. New plants, sand not gravel, and other new decor. The problem is that I am stuck in a rut, looking at the same fish and researching all the wrong stuff. I was just hoping I could get some help with ideas for colorful fish and tank decor that work...