10 Gallon Tank Project

[majerah1]

Not only are the WCMMs from cooler waters but they are a bit active, and most bettas do not appreciate the rapid movement. 
 
As for the kit, its pretty decent. Is your current heater adjustable? 

 

[Malex530]

O man! i LOVE pygmy cories! you still could do amano shrimp if you would like. Just make sure you use sand for the cories! If wont hurt them like gravel. 

 

[JavaJinx]

Not only are the WCMMs from cooler waters but they are a bit active, and most bettas do not appreciate the rapid movement. 
 
As for the kit, its pretty decent. Is your current heater adjustable?

Okay, thanks! I don't think it is. I think I'll just buy a new adjustable one.

O man! i LOVE pygmy cories! you still could do amano shrimp if you would like. Just make sure you use sand for the cories! If wont hurt them like gravel.

I've seen people use stones. Is this okay? I'm just looking at my options.

I also have a question:
I'm currently using spring water by the jug for Floyd (It's what my mom always used for her bettas). I'm just wondering how stressful it would be to switch him to tap? I'll have to clean his tank this weekend, so should I do have tap and half spring? Then once I move him to the 10g I can just use all tap? We live in the country, so no chlorine here

~JJ

 

[Malex530]

I prefer sand but smooth gravel may work too. And no, it wont be stressful for him. 

 

[JavaJinx]

I prefer sand but smooth gravel may work too. And no, it wont be stressful for him.

Thanks!

~JJ

 

[majerah1]

 
 
I also have a question:
I'm currently using spring water by the jug for Floyd (It's what my mom always used for her bettas). I'm just wondering how stressful it would be to switch him to tap? I'll have to clean his tank this weekend, so should I do have tap and half spring? Then once I move him to the 10g I can just use all tap? We live in the country, so no chlorine here 

~JJ

Would not be hard but do so slowly. After you set your new tank up and it is cycled, take some airline tubing and tie it in loose knots. Enough to slow the flow of the water coming out. Place one end in the tank and one in a bucket with Floyd. Let him drip acclimate to the new water for about two hours. Make sure its a drip, not a flow. Once done, net him and place in tank. 

 

[JavaJinx]

 
 
I also have a question:
I'm currently using spring water by the jug for Floyd (It's what my mom always used for her bettas). I'm just wondering how stressful it would be to switch him to tap? I'll have to clean his tank this weekend, so should I do have tap and half spring? Then once I move him to the 10g I can just use all tap? We live in the country, so no chlorine here 
~JJ

Would not be hard but do so slowly. After you set your new tank up and it is cycled, take some airline tubing and tie it in loose knots. Enough to slow the flow of the water coming out. Place one end in the tank and one in a bucket with Floyd. Let him drip acclimate to the new water for about two hours. Make sure its a drip, not a flow. Once done, net him and place in tank.

I'm a little confused.
~JJ

 

[Malex530]

It wont be stressful for him. What he is saying is acclimate him. Put him in a container. Every 5 minute for 20 minutes add a cup of aquarium water to the container. The second time You do this empty half the water. I hope this is more clear!

 

[JavaJinx]

It wont be stressful for him. What he is saying is acclimate him. Put him in a container. Every 5 minute for 20 minutes add a cup of aquarium water to the container. The second time You do this empty half the water. I hope this is more clear!

Thanks! This is definitely a bit clearer.


I wasn't able to pick up the kit last weekend because I didn't have a stand. I completely forgot about that part... I did see some at walmart though so I will hopefully be able to pick up a kit and stand.

I'm also re-considering getting getting Floyd buddies. I can't find any pygmy cories around here and don't want to pay $40 plus shipping when it's allready going to be an over $50 project. I'm a tween with no source of income. So, I think he's going to be a loner. Which is totally fine because bettas are solitary by nature. Plus I'm really picky about how fish look and haven't found any othef types I like that are suitable.
JJ

 

[Valentini]

Make sure that your filtration system isn't too terribly turbulent. Bettas are naturally swamp fish who like calm, almost stagnant water; which is part of why they can live in little cups at the store. I used to breed them.

 

[JavaJinx]

Make sure that your filtration system isn't too terribly turbulent. Bettas are naturally swamp fish who like calm, almost stagnant water; which is part of why they can live in little cups at the store. I used to breed them.

Okay. I will.

 

[JavaJinx]

Hi! I'm back! I've been busy hunting for decor and everything. It's by far not done, being I have no method of transportation other than my parents.
So far I have:
 
-10 gallon tank kit (Includes filter, lighting, and hood)
- Stand
- 3 purple silk plants
- 1 purple fish deco piece
 
As you can see, I don't have a lot.
 
As for a heater, opinions on these?:
 
http/www.amazon.com/ViaAqua-50-Watt-Submersible-Built-In-Thermostat/dp/B005440HLO/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1394581457&sr=1-2&keywords=aquarium+heater
 
http/www.amazon.com/Aquatop-Aquarium-Submersible-Heater-50-Watt/dp/B006MLVLDQ/ref=sr_1_18?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1394581970&sr=1-18&keywords=aquarium+heater
 
I like the idea of a built in thermometer. Of course, there is no great need for it. I could easily get both a heater, and thermometer.
Any other recommended heaters?
 
~JJ