Hello everyone 
I'm carabid, and I'm not new to the hobby but I'm no expert either. I currently only have one tank-- a 9 gallon planted with neocaridinas, rabbit and nerite snails, and a male koi betta, the tank has been up and running for about 2 years and the shrimp have been around in a steady population for a little over a year and the 2 snails have been present for over a year as well. The betta is new as of today!
I am a biology student going into wildlife/fisheries and previously worked for 4 years as an aquatics specialist at an American large chain pet store (I know, a little yikes), so I have a general understanding of the chemistry and biology of keeping fish, and how to identify most fish illnesses and parasites; but I also know that many people have more experience and specialized knowledge than me. Specifically with fish illness I can usually identify the problem, but am unsure how best to go about correcting/treating things, since retail fish selling doesn't really foster proper treatment. My last betta (a marble koi like this one) lived well for a year before developing a tumor at the base of his tail, and I am hoping by joining the forums that I can become a better fish keeper and prevent/handle situations like that one better in the future.
I'm looking forward to learning from you guys! Nice to E-meet you!
I'm carabid, and I'm not new to the hobby but I'm no expert either. I currently only have one tank-- a 9 gallon planted with neocaridinas, rabbit and nerite snails, and a male koi betta, the tank has been up and running for about 2 years and the shrimp have been around in a steady population for a little over a year and the 2 snails have been present for over a year as well. The betta is new as of today!
I am a biology student going into wildlife/fisheries and previously worked for 4 years as an aquatics specialist at an American large chain pet store (I know, a little yikes), so I have a general understanding of the chemistry and biology of keeping fish, and how to identify most fish illnesses and parasites; but I also know that many people have more experience and specialized knowledge than me. Specifically with fish illness I can usually identify the problem, but am unsure how best to go about correcting/treating things, since retail fish selling doesn't really foster proper treatment. My last betta (a marble koi like this one) lived well for a year before developing a tumor at the base of his tail, and I am hoping by joining the forums that I can become a better fish keeper and prevent/handle situations like that one better in the future.
I'm looking forward to learning from you guys! Nice to E-meet you!
