One year tank anniversary - need advice on supply order

[jlinsey]

After one year of fishkeeping in our Eclipse 6-gallon, we have five fish...a silver tipped tetra, and four marble mollies. I'm going to place an order online (probably BigAls) because I need filter inserts and dechlorinator.

We have been using Stress Coat which was recommended by LFS...should I just get more of that or switch to a different one?
We have been using the original biowheel all along. Should it be replaced, or should I get a spare one just to have on hand?
We have been feeding them TetraMin Tropical Flakes...nothing else. Would it be good to get other foods for variety?

TIA

 

[cabezon]

NO, no, yes.

What are you using the stress coat for?

Never change a biowheel unless it is broken. They do not get used up, they are homes for bacteria to grow. I've rinsed mine when they were covered n Algae, but never change them.

My boss swears that when he feeds flakes, he has fish die, wen he feeds frozen blood worms, they thrive. I still feed a mix of flake, freeze dried bloodworms, tubifex worms, algae wafers and vegetables like zucchini and peas.

HTH

 

[theotheragentm]

Fish definitely like a variety of foods, and I think it also makes things more interesting for fish owners. Otherwise it becomes a routine and it's not like you are really caring for the fish.

 

[Fishyfanatic]

I'd switch to Prime. Its cheaper and concentrated so a small bottle goes a LONG way.

Don't replace the biowheel. You could have a spare one on hand, but don't replace it unless it is damaged.

Variety is good so I'd mix it up a bit.

 

[jlinsey]

Thanks everyone.
I've completed my order with Prime, a spare bio-wheel and a few new types of food.
Our fish will have a happy new year!