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We have a very elusive Bamboo shrimp in the tank. days ago he was wandering around happily but never been seen since. Today I noticed this. Is it possible to tell from picture if he dead or moulting?

Since the completion of medication in my tank I’ve noticed that there are Nitrites in the water. I’ve been doing about 50-60% water changes daily for 5 days now. Initially there were very low (<0.25ppm) levels of Ammonia but after Day 3 it was consistently zero. However Nitrites seems to remain...

Did daily 70% water change as there were trace Nitrites. I think there’s less mucus now and he seems to be feeding. Fingers crossed.

Fluval 307 owner here so I might be a bit biased. It's a brilliant filter, especially if you like some flow.

All the best Byron.

Ah, so the white stuff is mucus, not fungus. Spot on! Tested water again and the Nitrite was a little high. I just changed water. Strange that other fish is not showing same signs but I suppose this one could be weaker. He seems active and I saw him feeding earlier.Fingers crossed he will...

I was reducing feed lately as a precautionary measure. Must say the corydoras not getting most of the food. I will feed a little more tablets and observe. The barbs and sometimes tetra seems to peck at the tablets too.

Fish science Corydoras tablets mainly and some sinking worm pallets however do notice the other fish are grabbing more of the food. Am I under feeding? Worried about the clamped fins but I’ve just completed 3 days of eSha 2000 (copper sulphate) treatment on Monday.

I’m a little worried about the corydoras. The fins are clamped and the head looks like there is a layer of white stuff? Also looks a bit sunken to me. He seems to be swimming around normally.

Got my plants earlier than expected. Not too happy with the condition as it’s starting to wilt. Salvaged them best I could and planted them. Dropped a fert tab and added some Stability. Started cycle with some worm pallets as ammonia source. Here goes nothing lol. Tap water getting colder now...

I’m in no rush so taking it slowly. I would prefer cartridge type filter as it also contains bio media. I’ve stuff some sponge on the outlet and it seemed to slow the flow down a little. I think for tank this size it’s hard to find filter with low flow. I’ve seen those air pump driven sponge...

Sorry if I’m being thick, but not too sure about your prefilter recommendation? I’ve cut some household sponge and stuffed it into the output of current filter. It has like a duckbill flow deflector. This does slow down the flow rate a little. I’ve seen some sponge filters in Amazon but looks...

Can't believe I'm so excited starting at a small, empty tank. Is this what addiction feels like? :)

I’ve experimented with cutting some washing up sponge and inserting it to the output funnel and it did stop the particles swirling around a little bit. I will see how the flow is once plants are in.

Ok, perhaps I need to re-consider my option of filter. I can see some particles swirling around the tank to I think that would be too much flow. I can use this as QT filter if required. I had a look at sponge filters but the ones I see are powered by an air pump. This will definitely also cause...

What’s the ideal tank temp for betta? Would 24-25C be ok? If the flow is a bit strong, will it stress the betta?

The filter is tiny (about 6” tall) but flow is quite strong. It has deflector but not doing much. Might see now the tank fares with plant before decide if suitable for betta. NICREW light is awesome with 24/7 cycle and weather effects. I was under impression it’s possible to adjust length of...

I splashed out and got thie Nicrew light, it comes with timer so I don't have to plug in an additional timer : https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B082CVJXS3/?tag= Also got this submersible 50W heater which comes with temp display for convenience. From reviews it looks pretty good ...

The shop I get my fish from has betta with ragged fins which they call “crown tails”. I prefer the normal ones anyway. Crown tail :http://www.tropco.co.uk/female-crown-tail-siamese-fighting-fish-3cm-p-3051.html this is the one I’m thinking to go for ...

Sorry if these sounds like silly questions in advance. I plan to go for blue male non crown tail betta splendens. Is there anything to be aware of interns if sex and colour choices? i.e does one grow bigger and require more space? The shop also sells giant Siamese fighting fish. Visually the...

Thanks is buddy, that’s lovely tank and betta you have there :) I plan to get a cover for the tank and currently have a temp Perspex cover. Never had jumpers before so need to be a bit careful. I have plants with very broad leaves in my main tank but they are too tall for this tank. I will see...

Still lots to do and will take it slowly :) I know fake background is matter of taste but I’ve got black background in my 38g and thought would try something new. Besides I’ve got this for free lol.

Initially this is meant to be a QT but its not used much so I thought I’d try to make it a planted tank. I’ve always fancied having a betta so toying with the idea of adding one betta in after everything is up and running. It’s definitely only going to be one fish in the tank hence why I...

Cheers! Lots of food for thought :)

One question, is there a limit of how long until you can introduce fish to a new tank? Can I say introduce the fish a month after finish cycling? So basically just running a cycled, planted tank for a month without fish.

I will see how the plants look after planting and go from there :) Would prefer to have some space for betta to swim around. It's a tall rather than long tank to need to be bit careful with the planning. I've ordered the filter, heater and lights. Feel so excited :) I will take things really...

Thanks buddy. I have decided to go planted as not really big fan of fake plants. I'll keep it minimal though due to size of tank. Currently going for x1 Java Fern (Microsorum pteropus Tropica), x1 Water Sprite ( Ceratopteris thalictroides) and x3 Moss balls (Cladophora aegagropila). The Tropica...

In that case I'd go with what I'm familiar with, sand :)

I have some black Limpopo sand leftover and could use that. Just thought betta prefers bigger gravel. I’ll see if I can get a cover for the tank before deciding further. Would appreciate advice about filter and lights though :)

Cheers @HoldenOn. Not really familiar with sponge filters, I've only ever used canister filters. Is this what you mean : Amazon link Looks like it's driven by air pump. I have a very small air pump with I use in QT tank which I don't think would be suitable for this... For to ask about...

I've got a 20L/5g open top tank lying around and might have a perfect place for a betta tank but I have a few questions, as I'm new to this species. Nothing is certain at this point in time, I'm just gauging if it would be suitable. The betta would be the only fish in the tank if I do go ahead...

Not sure if it’s the Seachem Matrix or the fact that I’m treating my tank but on the second day of adding Seachem Matrix my Nitrate tested lower than usual(would say closer to 10ppm instead of 20ppm), even with regular feeding.

Thanks for this. Yes, perhaps for some of the fishes it was too late before I started treatment. I have shrimp and snail in the tank, is it safe to treat with aquarium salt?