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  1. RAH

    Which species is it?

    Ok seen this guy at my lfs. I like him but they only have him label as pike and me knowing there are many species, I would appreciate if someone will help me see which one.
  2. RAH

    Overflow and sump question

    Ok i have a mag drive 12 as a return pump on my fresh water sump for (oscar in tank so need big filter) my 125g tank. I was wondering what size pipe for the overflow to match the return flow and would two overflows be better than one? Also sump size i was think 30 or 55 gallon container for the...
  3. RAH

    Diy wide aquarium question

    Well I was reading plans for aquariums and I was thinking would glass get thicker the wider u get same as u get taller or will u simply have to properly brace it. Like 4 long x1.5 wide x2 tall aquarium build would be .12 mm thick glass so would a 4 long x 2.5 wide x 1 tall be .6 mm or thicker?
  4. RAH

    New 125 Gal

    Well if u check the craigslist insanity thread, you will see I got my hands on a 125 gallon. I'm not really sure what I want in there. I was hoping a rare, oddball yet cool fish like a aro, gar, or ray but I know I could not fit any species into that aquarium (expect maybe a hystrix stingray)...
  5. RAH

    Floating plants

    Well I some new world cichlids in a 55 with lots of current I was wondering if there would be any floating plants that could put up with the current?
  6. RAH

    My newest 55 and 10

    Well this was a little project I was working on. Here is my 55 gallon just wanted to see what u think. Also this is my first planted aquarium. And no it's not stock debating which cichlid to put in there. Also here is my 10 gallon it only has cory cats and snails in it but did have a betta...
  7. RAH

    Attaching moss balls

    So real simple question how do I attach moss balls? Do I just take the whole ball and tie it to the driftwood/rock or do I cut it in half and flatten it out then attach?
  8. RAH

    Sand sifter with cichlid

    I'm looking for something to go in with a 8" Polleni cichlid in a 55 gal to stir up the sand. I have consider a powerhead but not really sure which to get. I have a Aquaclear 70 as well as Ehiem 2217 hooked up for filtration. The polleni is pretty laid back except with other black cichlids. Any...
  9. RAH

    New to plants

    I have obtain 2 green ozelot and I have a base idea on how to keep them but I would like expert opinions on how to care for them. Like how to liquid fertilizer and with what? How often? And maintence? Any advice is welcomed! Thanks
  10. RAH

    Hybrids

    Well I was wondering what your guys/gals opinion about hybrids were? Like me I don't believe hybrids are bad and I'm all for selling healthy fish but I do understand the health issue that hybrids face; saying that, I would buy quality hybrids but if I see issues with them I tend to avoid them.
  11. RAH

    Native Aquarium

    Well I have this spare 55 gallon and I was wondering if a sunfish (bluegill, redbreast, or green) with a bullhead catfish (yellow, spotted, or flat) would go good together. All fish are common here in my location and I guess i'm looking for something different. Also I already check my local game...
  12. RAH

    Cycle question

    Do you think it is a good idea to bring some of my bio filter over to my new tank to help cycle and has anybody ever done this?
  13. RAH

    Black Diamond Cichlid with Africans

    Well I was wondering if a Black diamond cichlid aka P. polleni (i think that is how it is spelled) will go good with some african cichlids not really sure which to get. I'm just wondering if it will go alright in a 55 or would a single one be best. This is just an idea too so if its a bad idea...
  14. RAH

    New World question

    Well I have this 55 gal and I was thinking of adding a green terror, tapajos sp Red Head, and possibly another cichlid or not. I was wondering ifit would work and are female species not as aggressive just wondering.
  15. RAH

    Driftwood issue

    Well I got a piece of driftwood that I was cleaning and getting it aquarium safe. I left it outside for 4 days and came back to see it infested with ants. Well my question is how long do u think I should leave it underwater? I can't put it in an oven because it is 4 ft long and about a foot wide...
  16. RAH

    Help with betta

    My wife's betta is cruel up in a S shape and sinks and whenever it goes to eat she misses the food and is not really moving around much. Please help.
  17. RAH

    Bartoni's Cichlid

    So has anyone ever raised one or had experience with them?
  18. RAH

    Just another idea

    I have this Aquatech 30-60 without bifiber but I do have bio balls what if I was to put the bioballs behind the filter media and use it that way so I have my filtration will be mechanical and biological?
  19. RAH

    Thorichthys Aureus

    Sorry if the name is wrong. I was wondering if these were like T. Meeki as far as personality, aggression, and color. Also if any tank mates would be suitable in a 55 gal. I don't plan to breed so don't say anything about breeding. I don't have room for fry right now. Thanks for the advice.
  20. RAH

    Blood Parrot

    Well this person I know whats a blood parrot and a cichlid tank mate.... Problem is I have honestly no idea what these things need. She said she wants a fish with personality and doesn't get the "hump" on his head. Yeah so I'm a little stuck on what exactly can go with these things. Help is...
  21. RAH

    Aggressive Cichlid

    Well I was looking at some cichlids today and was wondering what is some of the most aggressive cichlids you guys/gals have or experience with? My most aggressive cichlids I have experience with is a Red Devil Cichlid aka Amphilophus labiatus.
  22. RAH

    Cichlid Question

    Ok I was reading about different cichlid species and minimum tank size of a 55 gallon. First off just correct any of this if its wrong. Here is a list of fish mention that fit into a 55 gallon minimum by different sites. Vieja bifasciata Aequidens revulatus Hypselecara temporalis Cichlasoma...
  23. RAH

    New World 55 Gallon Stock

    Well I got a new 55 gallon I'm currently cleaning out and plan to stock it with some new world cichlids but I keep getting mixed info on proper fish to stock my 55 gal with. I was thinking green terror or jack dempsey (even the electric blue) and some tankmates. I'm opened to any other ideas.
  24. RAH

    DIY Pond Build Question

    Hello. I was wondering if any body has ever built a pond inside of a wooden frame box. I was thinking of doing a build much like http://www.anythingfish.com/images/Ted/PhotoGallery/Filter%20Box%20Pond%202.jpg . I would put a 3/4" plywood at the bottom and line it with pond liner. I would then...
  25. RAH

    Discus Questions

    Well, I was looking at some discus for a 55 gallon I will be getting and I was doing a little research on them and all I have found is info that does not line up. Like one said they are hardy others sensitive. 78-84 F others 82-87 F. Low current vs High Current. No plants vs plants. Bare bottom...
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