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This is something i've often wondered about too. I normally remove and replant the plants, it allows me to change things around a bit after vacuuming :) I think I might try just leaving the plants in and not be so thorough around the roots.

I'm toying with the idea of making my old Juwel Rekord 70 (70 litres/18 US gal) into a single species tank. The first thing that came to mind was Guppies but how about Cichlids? Is the tank too small? Are there any species that you would recommend for a tank this size? Cheers!

I'm looking for something that will occupy the top third of the tank...... Meanwhile, here is a pic of the Algae Eater: http://img375.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1924hq2.jpg Cheers :good:

Thanks for the responses, i'll try and get a picture of the Algae Eater to help identify. At the moment, I think more Cherry Barbs are the way to go.

Hi, In my tank (Juwel Rio 180 with live plants) I currently have the following: 5 x Clown Loach 4 x Dwarf Gourami 4 x Leopard Danio 1 x Cherry Barb 1 x Female Kribensis - widowed :( 1 x Algae Eater Obviously, I could do with a male Krib and some more Cherry Barbs. The top of the tank often...

From what i've read, the Nitrate sponge effectiveness is currently unproven and the carbon sponge is only effective if you are removing medication from the tank. I think i'll run with the full set of pads until my supply runs out then just go with white, 3 x coarse blue and 2 x fine blue...

Alright, thanks for the answers. I think i'll wait until the new filter is settled in and then look at removing the carbon/nitrate sponges. If anyone else has any input on this it would be appreciated. :good: Cheers guys.

Hi, New member here, great forums - very informative! I have owned Juwel aquariums for almost 10 years now, two weeks ago I upgraded from my Rekord 70 to a nice new Rio 180. I'm currently running the new filter (with the new sponges) and the old filter (with old, well established sponges)...