HelplessNewbie Posted October 14, 2023 Author Share Posted October 14, 2023 On 9/29/2023 at 11:19 AM, Biotope Biologist said: You can go with a large school of more rowdy fish like barbs. They are absolutely stunning in large planted tanks. In large schools their aggression is typically aimed at eachother and not other fish I got 5 Odessa barbs for $2 at my local swap meet. Do I need to get 5 or 7 more, to ensure peace in the community? Will they be okay with ricefish, pygmy cory and maybe cherry shrimp as tank mates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelplessNewbie Posted February 29 Author Share Posted February 29 It took some time to get started but hubby helped me with setting up the tank today! Waiting 4 weeks before putting in plants and fish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted February 29 Share Posted February 29 On 10/14/2023 at 2:57 PM, HelplessNewbie said: I got 5 Odessa barbs for $2 at my local swap meet. Do I need to get 5 or 7 more, to ensure peace in the community? Will they be okay with ricefish, pygmy cory and maybe cherry shrimp as tank mates? How are they doing!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelplessNewbie Posted February 29 Author Share Posted February 29 On 2/29/2024 at 1:47 AM, nabokovfan87 said: How are they doing!? The barbs died in quarantine. It was during a water quality issue that affected many tanks. But, I have serpae tetra now. These guys are fun to watch. Very active. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JettsPapa Posted February 29 Share Posted February 29 On 2/29/2024 at 6:51 AM, HelplessNewbie said: The barbs died in quarantine. It was during a water quality issue that affected many tanks. But, I have serpae tetra now. These guys are fun to watch. Very active. They're one of my favorite fish. I currently have somewhere around 15 in my 40 gallon breeder tank. They're especially attractive in planted tanks since their colors contrast nicely with green foliage. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted February 29 Share Posted February 29 On 2/29/2024 at 4:51 AM, HelplessNewbie said: The barbs died in quarantine Very tragic! I am sorry about that. Hopefully you have some barbs in your future though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelplessNewbie Posted April 17 Author Share Posted April 17 On 9/29/2023 at 1:49 PM, JettsPapa said: I have turquoise rainbowfish Oooh, these are really neat looking. I like the blue! I will keep these fish in mind for future stocking. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ _isme Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 Duckweed is a fast growing floater that can help remove lots of nitrates and other waste Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ _isme Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 If you want a fast growing plant that’s a bit more uncommon but very unique, you can use elodea (aka anacharis). Here is a picture I found online of elodea 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelplessNewbie Posted April 17 Author Share Posted April 17 (edited) On 4/17/2024 at 12:45 PM, TJ _isme said: If you want a fast growing plant that’s a bit more uncommon but very unique, you can use elodea (aka anacharis). Here is a picture I found online of elodea Yes, that's exactly what I have ordered online. My last batch didn't make it because I seltzer soaked (reverse respiration) them too long (12 hrs). I am looking forward to trying again (will soak for only 1 hr next time)! However, USPS has a disappointing delay in this shipment, so I don't know if I will have mush upon arrival. Floating plants like duckweed, frogbit or salvinia don't make it in my display tanks because of too much surface agitation and, their leaves never dry off because I keep tank lids and water level on most of them is up to the rim. I had duckeded in my daphnia jars and qt for a while but I got tired of having to scrape them off my arm each time I messed around in the water. I decided I will stick with floating hornwort for a while longer. Eventually, I might try floating water wisteria. I like the idea of having long roots hanging down. Edited April 17 by HelplessNewbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ _isme Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 On 4/17/2024 at 1:33 PM, HelplessNewbie said: Yes, that's exactly what I have ordered online. My last batch didn't make it because I seltzer soaked (reverse respiration) them too long (12 hrs). I am looking forward to trying again (will soak for only 1 hr next time)! However, USPS has a disappointing delay in this shipment, so I don't know if I will have mush upon arrival. Floating plants like duckweed, frogbit or salvinia don't make it in my display tanks because of too much surface agitation and, their leaves never dry off because I keep tank lids and water level on most of them is up to the rim. I had duckeded in my daphnia jars and qt for a while but I got tired of having to scrape them off my arm each time I messed around in the water. I decided I will stick with floating hornwort for a while longer. Eventually, I might try floating water wisteria. I like the idea of having long roots hanging down. I really like hornwort to, I have never tried it because my Lfs never has Any in stock, I am hoping to get some soon to put in my guppy tank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JettsPapa Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 On 4/17/2024 at 11:38 AM, TJ _isme said: Duckweed is a fast growing floater that can help remove lots of nitrates and other waste But make very sure you want duckweed before getting some. It's much more difficult to get rid of than it is to acquire. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ _isme Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 On 4/18/2024 at 2:51 PM, JettsPapa said: But make very sure you want duckweed before getting some. It's much more difficult to get rid of than it is to acquire. This is true, I take out tons of duck weed every week, and I still have plenty to suck up nitrates. I couldn’t imagine what it would be like to try to get rid of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 On 4/17/2024 at 9:38 AM, TJ _isme said: Duckweed is a fast growing floater that can help remove lots of nitrates and other waste Most or all floating plants should follow In this category, but duckweed is exceptionally difficult for some to get rid of. I would suggest other floaters like red root or salvinia species. Just check your state for what's actually legal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ _isme Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 On 4/18/2024 at 8:23 PM, nabokovfan87 said: Most or all floating plants should follow In this category, but duckweed is exceptionally difficult for some to get rid of. I would suggest other floaters like red root or salvinia species. Just check your state for what's actually legal. I agree it is very hard to get rid of if you want it gone, I think it looks really cool so I keep it, plus it is native to where I live so it’s legal. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelplessNewbie Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 On 4/18/2024 at 10:36 PM, TJ _isme said: I agree it is very hard to get rid of if you want it gone, I think it looks really cool so I keep it, plus it is native to where I live so it’s legal. It turns out it wasn't legal here in my state. I got it with some fish that was shipped to me. It took a few months for me to get rid of it all, once I decided I didn't want it anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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