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    Crabs, not just any crab!

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    Posted · Edited by eatyourpeas

    This little one is growing quite well. I could not get pictures of the others because they went to hide behind the plant roots, which they are eating at a crazy pace! Curious as to whether there will be reversion to wild type from the Apricot parents.

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    Building acrylic tanks any advice?

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    This looks like a great tank, @mountaintoppufferkeeper!

    So far the advice you have gotten is good. A couple of comments on the build:

    - Sand the edges until really smooth or you’ll get bubbles. I know it feels like too much, but it is well worth it.

    - I used WeldOn4 to glue the pieces, and it worked great. Because I am paranoid, I also caulked them with WeldOn40, which worked fine but I would go with a less dense version next time, as it proved hard for me to push through the syringe.  Don’t use silicone as it won’t adhere.

    - I have done a little sketch for brace placement. You’ll need those in order to prevent bowing since the tank is so long. This would alleviate the pressure from the water, and allow for panel removal.

    - Do not heat polish in order to minimize the risk of crazing.

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    I was very happy with the cast acrylic vendor. The pieces were beautifully cut and they kept to the advertised tolerance.

    Feel free to DM me if you have any questions. 🙂

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    Puget Sound Biotope

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    On 8/15/2022 at 12:23 PM, OnlyGenusCaps said:

    If I had a dollar for every time someone said that about me throughout my life thus far...  💰💰💰

    I can start a tip jar for you!

    Morning coffee, very foggy, like my brain:

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    I know there is a city in there somewhere:

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    Odds and Ends Plus

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    The tank is down to three CPD’s, four plus the teenage Lampeye, and the usual snails and Neocaridina inhabitants. Like @Guppysnail I have also grown tired of the CPD bickering, so will not be getting any more. The bully CPD did away with the youngest Lampeye. 🥺

    This tank is identical to the one @Biotope Biologist got for his WCMM, so I may move mine in here and give up on the BBA experiment. One less tank should make my husband happy!

    The Hygrophila pinnatifida is not looking like it will make it, but was definitely worth trying.

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    Puget Sound Biotope

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    On 8/15/2022 at 8:00 AM, OnlyGenusCaps said:

    Good luck, indeed!  And happy travels! 

    Also, thanks for the v-sump update!  You know at least one sucker will always love those.  This guy *points thumbs at self*

    Yes, remember you were the instigator! 😆 

    Puget Sound Biotope

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    Made some modifications to the V-Sump in preparation for a four-week absence. All media has been shifted and flow is now going through three layers of felt socks before it hits the sump. 200µ each and hopefully they will not become too much of a NO3 factory that the macros can’t handle.

    Fingers crossed! 🥸

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    Crabs, not just any crab!

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    On 8/14/2022 at 6:04 PM, redfish said:

    So sorry.  Thank you for sharing this awesome experience.  

    It is Nature at its best, showing the cycle of life. I am prepared for losses like these because the critters have a somewhat short lifespan. The babies were a very sweet surprise, so I welcome the gift. 😍

    On 8/15/2022 at 4:36 AM, OnlyGenusCaps said:

    Still, I look forward to seeing the progress of her offspring.

    So am I. The concept of a teenage crab going through the puberty drama should be entertaining!

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    My trip to Aquarium Co-Op!

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    On 8/13/2022 at 8:43 PM, lefty o said:

    i have a couple decent stores near me, but would be nice to have a co-op caliber store nearby.

    I know the feeling. Even though in theory I am only about 1.5 hours away, because of the unreliable ferry schedules it can take 3-4 hours which makes it too long for an outing. So, no Summer or weekend visits for me. Once there, it is my happy place! 😍

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    starting a local lake tank with all lake items, mostly

    in Experiments

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    On 8/12/2022 at 9:27 AM, Stormhammer said:

    I'm in northeast IN and would like to know if anyone has done this? What are the good, bad and don't do it. I'm just getting everything started, so I'll add pics as I get the stand built. I know I got a great deal on the tank, $40.00 for 48x21x12. I think is 50 or 55 gal. It dose not leak. 

    You may want to find out what the rules for collecting are in your area. I am in the PNW and refer to the state's DNR website for that information. They also let you know about invasive species.

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