Ok, since this site is my sole resource for aquarium info, I have a few more questions:
Ok, my Cascade 1000 filter has been running for a couple of weeks and I am nearing the end of my cyle. How do I clean it and how often? Do I rinse out the sponges and bio filter? I am not sure since I think that is where the bacteria reside...
I am getting the first sign of algae on my tank. Once again, this may be a good sign since I want bacteria to grow while I cycle my tank. I am not sure what to do with it. Should I scrape it off, wait for my fish (cichlids) to take care of it or just leave it alone (the algae is on the glass).
How do I clean the inside glass? Is there some sort of tool or trick to doing it?
I know cichlids need a high temperature, but I live in Las Vegas and our apartment is always on the hot side. The temperature is always around 81-84 degrees, is this too hot for cichlids (i have unplugged the heater)?
Ok, I think that is all the questions I have for now. By the way, I was offered a job at my lfs after talking with him about fish. Lets see, full-time at a lfs or law school...
Ok, my Cascade 1000 filter has been running for a couple of weeks and I am nearing the end of my cyle. How do I clean it and how often? Do I rinse out the sponges and bio filter? I am not sure since I think that is where the bacteria reside...
I am getting the first sign of algae on my tank. Once again, this may be a good sign since I want bacteria to grow while I cycle my tank. I am not sure what to do with it. Should I scrape it off, wait for my fish (cichlids) to take care of it or just leave it alone (the algae is on the glass).
How do I clean the inside glass? Is there some sort of tool or trick to doing it?
I know cichlids need a high temperature, but I live in Las Vegas and our apartment is always on the hot side. The temperature is always around 81-84 degrees, is this too hot for cichlids (i have unplugged the heater)?
Ok, I think that is all the questions I have for now. By the way, I was offered a job at my lfs after talking with him about fish. Lets see, full-time at a lfs or law school...