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    That is great too..... 😊
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    I've thought about this subject of small vs larger tanks for quite some time. Personally, I like a wall of 10 gallon aquariums over a single 150 gallon aquarium, but that's just me.
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    I know what you mean. 😊 I feel the same way. What I meant by "beginner" is someone totally new to the hobby, with no experience. I think I know about 3 % of what's available in fish & plants. 😅. Agreed, learning is part of the fun......
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    Because it wasn't too long ago, I was a beginner myself. 😉
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    Stephen, Nice article of information. 😊 I also feel that part of the dilemma with, perhaps someone's beginners judgement, is they may buy a fish which requires water parameters much different than their home water provides. Ask me how I know. 😉
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    Congratulations to @Daniel, @Bill Smith & @MickS77. You guys are great. I learned a lot from you, during my short time in the forum. Thanks for doing what you do. 👍
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    HOME-BREW / DIY BOX FILTER I thought it would be interesting to experiment with a DIY box filter. 🧐 Had spare parts lying around and got a little creative in the fish workshop. ⛏️ One main focus point I like about the filter is that it is self-contained. It "shouldn't" make a mess when removing it from an aquarium. Or at least I hope. Will let it run a few weeks in a tank and see if it actually works. ⏳
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    Hey Michael, Good too see you. Beautiful aquariums as always. BTW, just happen to be wearing an "official" Bay Area Aquatics tee-shirt as I am typing this, lol. 😊
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    Bill, Looks like an outstanding project. Am sure you will do a fantastic job. One note though, make sure the electrical extension cords are rated for "outdoor" use. Keep us posted on your progess. All the best.....😊
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    @Cory
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    @Cory is there any correlation between human Tetanus (lock-jaw) & fish susceptibility?
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    Sample some water in a white cup. If a bacterial bloom, the water will look clear in the cup. If algae, then green, etc.
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    Hey Pete, Sorry to hear about the leaky tank... That stinks. I try to stay away from the silicone seams when cleaning. When I use the magnetic cleaners, I put a piece of fine poly foam pad on the magnet that goes into the inside of the tank. That way, it holds the magnet out and away from the silicone seals a bit. We have a ton of Red Wag Platies in my 55 gallon. I know what you mean about the new fish fry. 😊 All the best....
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    I use 2 layers of the Co-Op's black coarse foam, cut to size for the bottom. The included foam block is next, followed by a piece of the Co-Op's fine poly pad that sits on top. No carbon or bio-rings. Outside the filter is a pre-filter sponge on the intake. This configuration seems to work for me quite well. One thing to remember is don't pack or jam too much media inside the filter, because it can potentially flood.
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    SOME FISH FOR THOUGHT As fellow Aquarists, whether we admit it or not, fish are part of our families. For most of us, we spend a lot of time, money & effort, giving our aquatic friends the best possible existence. They are there in our “ups & downs” of life. Always reminding us that life, in general, is more than just about ourselves, as individuals. I know they personally cheer me up a lot of times and am always looking forward to spending time with them and my aquariums. Watching their sometimes crazy antics and behaviors is very amusing. I think that's what I like best about fish-keeping; the simplicity of the hobby, in contrast to the complex world. What unique characteristics do you like best about your fish? Enjoy your fish!!!!! 🐳🐠🐡
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    I am breeding Blue Moscow Guppies & Red Wag Platies right now. I would imagine that everyone has a different approach, but I like to "pick & choose" the ones that look the best for breeding. Probably fairly unscientific, but effective. 😊
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    Daniel, Yes, it downloaded just fine. Thanks. 😊
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    Looks like a good read. Old books are a lot of fun. 📖
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    Beautiful fish. Best of luck with them. 😊 🐟🐠🐟🐟🍀🍁🍀🍁🐟🐬🐠🐸
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    "Technology", in general, can only move as fast as the human minds that create it.
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    I would like to see a test strip to accurately diagnose the top 5, most common, aquarium fish diseases.
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    I am NO expert with Fish diseases, but a few questions came to mind while reading your 7/16/20 post, today. You probably have it figured out by now, but: - How big is the aquarium that the fish are getting sick in? - How are the water parameters? - What type of filtration, etc? - Is it a well established aquarium? - Did you add anything recently , without quarantining, to the aquarium? - How are the other fish, now?
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    Daniel, That is quite an interesting concept. Personally, I would go for it, as long as, water parameters can be maintained properly and the fish food is acceptable.
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    Daniel, Since LED's have a large variation of visual color properties & temperatures; I went with a (White-Water Clear) style. Seemed to be a little brighter & more pure. 😊
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    There are many ways of "optimization" . I run a few HOB filters, with varied amounts of coarse to finer sponges, with pre-filters, on the in-takes. The additional surface area is wonderful. Everyone has their own, specific ideas. 😊
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