Recent content by Bluestream

Thanks! Heading to my lfs!

I have a 15 gallon with Flourite substrate. I am wanting to add a nerite snail or two to assist with algae removal. I read an article (not here) that said sand is the best substrate for nerites and that gravel can be harmful. Hoping that is not true! Has anyone had problems with nerites and...

Thank you Coradee. After further searching I agree. Fortunately I hadn’t begun the cycling process when I realized what I had done so I will do a 50% water change as you suggested and start the cycling process. I was afraid to do anything until I heard some thoughts. Thanks!!

I have a question about alum. I received some plants today for my new tank and did an alum dip with them. I then placed them in my newly substrated tank, added all of the water, turned on filter and heater, but FORGOT to rinse the alum dip off the plants before planting them. I have not added...

Very happy this forum is here! I am relatively inexperienced, but have cared successfully for bettas through the years. My husband would love us to have an aquarium with more than one fish in it, so I am needing to expand my knowledge. Looking forward to learning!