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January 26th, 2009
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| | Fish Keeper
| UPDATED! new pics...almost done cycling!!
Hi there at long last here are a few pics of the tank. I am cycling as we speak. The wait is close to over and then I can get some life going on in there! I will also be adding more plants after a bit more research...most likely some dwarf grass in the front and some val in the back. Thanks for looking and comments and suggestions are VERY appreciated!  
Last edited by Nate McFin; October 12th, 2009 at 08:30 PM.
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January 26th, 2009
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| that looks very nice. are those rocks just stacked or are they stuck together somehow? if not just to be safe, i would use silicone and stick them together, so they don't fall on any of your fish! | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| Quote:
Originally Posted by agabr123  that looks very nice. are those rocks just stacked or are they stuck together somehow? if not just to be safe, i would use silicone and stick them together, so they don't fall on any of your fish! | Yeah they are stuck together with aquarium safe silicone. It was a fun project and I may add to them for a little more height before I set up fish in there. | |
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January 26th, 2009
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Originally Posted by Nathan Allen Yeah they are stuck together with aquarium safe silicone. It was a fun project and I may add to them for a little more height before I set up fish in there. |  | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| Tank look nice, love the rock work!
What fish are you looking at getting?
Great that you used a fishless cycle | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| The fish I am looking at for the tank are 3-4 otos and the rest will be tetras only. Most likely 6-8 Cardinal. I was told I could do a Gourami as a centerpiece but I really want to keep the peace and not push my luck. I know the fish I have chosen are not the hardiest of the bunch but I just love the look of plants and Cardinals. I was torn between otos and Corys but Cories wouldn't like my substrate and shale formations. Not to mention otos will love the diatoms I have been creating for the last month. I have a glass I put in with the tank while it has been cycling to start a farm for them! | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| | Fish Keeper
| Nice pic, i hope it cycles soon so you can go buy some fish
Mike | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| Love the rock work The swords look nice also. Soon they will be filled out with more leaves and be really tall.
Carol | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| Good looking tank. Nice work.............. | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| Thanks for the kind replies everyone. Hopefully the fish like it as well! | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| What kind of rocks are they? I really like them. If you really want a gourami your best bet would be a honey gourami, they stay really small, (2-3 in) and aren't aggressive. | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| The rock is "rainbow shale" I picked up a box (way too much for my aquarium) for $30 at the LFS. Having said that I have since learned local landscape companies sell the stuff MUCH cheaper. Take white vinegar with you to test it. Pour some vinegar (or other acid) onto the rock. If it bubbles you shouldn't use it as it will change the pH of your water. I have been keeping a close eye on my pH and have not noticed any changes at all. There are alot of threads on the forum if you search for shale. Where would I be without this place!!!
-Nate_ | |
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January 26th, 2009
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| Cool, thanks for the info. It's got a really natural look, but it's different from plants and driftwood and stuff. I like it! | |
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March 22nd, 2009
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| Well finally got fish today! Cardinal Tetras were the first addition with Otos and maybe a dwarf Gourami coming. I have also added a Cryptocoryne Lutea, Java Moss, Giant Baby Tears (Hemianthus Umbrosum), and the other large sword broke off at the rhyzome. I planted it and it is growing well. The other large sword has given me 4 other baby plants. i am afraid it is really taking over my tank. LOL
Here is an updated pic with the new plants and fish and freshley redecorated.. The green on the rock in front is rubber bands holding the Java Moss to the rocks. I hope to cover the majority of the rock in the tank with it. 
one of the baby tears and new residents. 
Last edited by Nate McFin; March 22nd, 2009 at 12:38 AM.
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March 22nd, 2009
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| | Fish Mentor
| Cool tank. bet you are in front of the tank a few hours of the day.
Me too. hahahaha | |
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March 22nd, 2009
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| Very NICE!  | |
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March 22nd, 2009
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| Yey, new fish! Cardinals are so pretty. I hear they can be pretty sensitive so keep a good eye on your parameters. | 
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March 22nd, 2009
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| congrats on your new fish!  | |
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October 12th, 2009
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| I thought it was time for another update..... added a bunch of new plants. The swords got a heavy cut back today.  | |
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October 12th, 2009
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| It looks great!!!! I love the colors on the rocks!!!! Congrats on havin' fish...fineally!!!! | |
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October 13th, 2009
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| Beautiful!
Ken | |
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October 13th, 2009
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| Thanks! It has been a real learning experience to say the least. The fish and plants will have a new home soon in a 55 gallon. This one will be for QT for plants as well as fish. Once I get going on the set up I will start a thread for it.
Thanks again for looking! | |
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October 13th, 2009
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| It looks beautiful Nate. Whats the mossy looking plant on top of the rock? I have one that looks similar that I've been trying to ID. | |
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October 13th, 2009
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| Oh wow - the neons are beautiful. You have nice healthy looking plants too! Great job all around! | |
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October 13th, 2009
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| That would be Java Moss. It has tripled in size since I got it though I gave a cutting to my sister. ITs due for another haircut soon. lol | |
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April 9th, 2010
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| UPDATE TIME! (click on pic to enlarge)
A pic from today- 
and some Assassin snails breeding - 
a side shot- Thanks to Sirdarksol for both the Crypts and the Wisteria in this shot! 
a week on vacation left my red root floaters with a potassium deficiency (note the holes in the leaves!) They are recovering though! 
Thanks for looking! | |
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April 9th, 2010
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| I love the pics. Your tank is looking great. | |
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April 9th, 2010
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| Wow, you have an awesome looking tank! Nice pics, nice plants, nice fish, nice setup, nice work. Your tank inspires me to go buy another tank! | |
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April 10th, 2010
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| Thanks for the kind words! It has been a learning experience since the beginning.
Algae, ICH, nutrients, co2, and on and on. I have loved every second of it!
I have a stand coming soon for a 40 gallon breeder I am setting up. It will be pressurized Co2 with high light a thread for it will be coming soon....time to see if I have learned from my mistakes. | |
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April 10th, 2010
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| Lovely tank and amazing pictures! | |
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