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Hi I have 2 sodastream adapters. Both have very small holes which appear to go through the side and through to the screw thread. When the co2 bottle is attached the gas leaks out of this hole. The hole must be there for a reason but I can't see how to fix the problem. Can someone help. Thsnks

Hi it has been a while as the black algae has returned to the Amazon Sword. I have a 240L tank and the swords are at the back of the tank. There are only a few leaves that are affected but I guess it will spread. I hope the photo will help solve the problem Thanks

Thanks that's a good idea unfortunately I have cut the affected leaves off. If it comes back, I will take a photo.

Hi My planted tank has been running for 2 months. I have a variety of plants including Amazon Sword. This plant is slowly getting covered by a black hair like algae which is almost impossible to remove. It started on a couple of leaves and is now spreading. I have other plants which are...

I am considering getting an air pump to use when the light is dimming and off during the night. I have read many articles about this with many different views. As with everything there are many out there all of them supposedly quiet!! Can anyone recommend a good silent pump? Thanks.

Hi I have been looking at digital water testing devices and like everything else there are many out there. At the moment I am using the JBL water testing solutions. This seems OK but can be difficult to determine the correct colour. Are digital testers more accurate and are there any that test...

Thanks. The tank is well planted and the lights are on for 8 hours. The tank is still cycling. I tested the water yesterday. Ammonia 0+ Nitrate 5-10 Nitrate 0 ph 6.4-6.6 (a little low maybe)? The tank has been cycling for 2 weeks and...

I posted photos of the algae in my tank can anyone help to identify it. The colour seems to go from a light brown to dark brown. If I use a brush it is impossible to scoop up all the floating bits they sink to the substrate. If these attach to plants rock or wood will they continue to grow.

Hi thanks for the reply. Maybe you can identify these algae. .

Thanks, that's what I thought. I have removed the algae but I suspect it will be back. I will try to take a photo and post it.

Hi I am 10 days into cycling the aquarium. I am seeing some algae growth. I do not know what it's called but it is a stringy type. It is mainly on the wood. I am adjusting the lighting and do water changes every other day. I have read that in tanks that are cycling algae growth is common? I was...

I used Tropic soil for the substrate. I have read that this soil may take a while to leach out the ammonia_

There are about 30 plants some have been split and put around the tank. Java moss, water wisteria, anubias and a few others. All seem OK. The most recent water check gave me these results: 24/12 ammonia 0.25 CO2 6.0 nitrite 0.25- 0.50 nitrate 20.0 temp 25...

Just thought I have added plants to my tank will going the ammonia route do harm to the plants.

Bottled ammonia? Can this be any household ammonia? I imagine there are different strengths? I have looked at the calculator which will be a help.

Thanks for the replies. Just read adding fish food is not the best way to go. I will change this.

Hi yes, growing filter bacteria. I am adding fish food to the tank to rot down.

I have recently restarted my fishkeeping hobby. I actually began over 25 years ago (yes, I know)! What with the job and having to move house 20 times it was impossible to look after the tank. So, I am practically a NEWBIE. Things have moved on somewhat. My current tank holds 240L, has an...