My Journey Of The Substrate!

[Aqua Tom]

Thanks for trying to explain Toms post, I understand what you mean, but from my experience there has been no differences in colouration, confidence etc. Also there are plenty of double sided tanks such as room dividers that dont suffer any ill effects, I think a background would help if the tank was very open, but usually there are enough hiding spots and cover for them. So I think in conclusion I can say that it benefits certain setups and fish, but a neccessity? Not really...?

Fair enough. I was just giving advice using my own, admitedly, limited experience.

So do whatever floats your boat.

Tom