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Sheesh, I'd be too scared to build a tank, especially my first. By the edging, do you mean the sealant, rims, or?

Hey there! Also late. I'm actually only 16. No idea why there aren't more women in the hobby. I seem to be into hobbies that are more male-dominated, like this one and tech. I'm super big on bettas. I've cycled a new 17-gallon tank, which I'm pretty excited about. I also have three other tanks...

Welcome!! I have two bettas myself, that is so true lol they gorge themselves and 2 seconds later are back at the glass begging. Missus, you had FIVE bloodworms, please calm down... And wow, 5 Labradors! That happens to be my second-favourite dog breed, after the AmStaff :)

Hi Fishlore! I have a 65L/17g aquarium (dimensions ~60cm x 30cm x 35cm) and I was wondering if this size is okay for a Paradise Fish? I typically see 75L/20gs recommended for them but I'm searching for the largest possible fish that could still thrive in that tank size. All other needs will be...

That's really strange. I wonder if some cleaning product or something that's toxic like that got into the water of the 20 but not the 10?

Ahh, thank you so much! This is super helpful. I'll definitely look into microworms. :p

Ahh, so the 1 inch per gallon rule is quite flawed. It's a bit more nuanced than that; it depends on the fish's bioload, activity levels, and other factors. I mean, you can't put a 20-inch catfish in a 20-gallon tank. I'd recommend a tool like Aqadvisor - not perfect, but better. I would think...

Of course! I've been there, it really is. I'm glad I can help. :) About your nitrates and pH concerns: Nitrates 40–80 ppm (as you said before) are definitely on the high side. Weekly water changes of 40% should keep nitrates in check. If you’re still seeing high nitrates after that, maybe...

Oh, amazing! :D Thanks so much again. This has been super helpful, seriously. I really appreciate you taking the time to break it all down. Great to know the 3G could work. I’ve gone ahead and started setting it up with some plant trimmings and Indian almond leaves like you mentioned. I’ll...

Hey, sorry you're going through this; that sounds really rough. From what you described, it’s most likely aggression, especially from the black skirt tetras or Glo tetras. They're known to get nippy and territorial, especially when group dynamics change. I'd try to remove or rehome them ASAP. A...

I wouldn't recommend that type of gravel (ironically, it is in my profile picture, I started with it too), as it can easily trap debris and food, leading to a lot of aquatic mould and mulm. It might also leach chemicals into the water. Corys typically thrive with fine, smooth sand to avoid...

Thank you so much!! I'm really sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I lost access to my Wi-Fi. This advice is so helpful, I really appreciate it. To update, my male has blown a bubble nest without even having the female in sight! He's even protective of it. Could I potentially spawn them in...

I was considering breeding my two bettas (black crowntail male x koi plakat female) sometime and keeping one of the fry. (I'll line up some good homes for the others and sell them at least 3 months old) I was wondering if a 17G is a suitable size for breeding and raising the fry until they have...

Exciting!! Best of luck :D

I've been in situations like this before. It's incredibly tough. You're absolutely right, though, rehoming is a great option. All of the options Kansas said will make it more likely for your Pleco to end up in a good home. Also, I would say a Betta would love that 10G, but please make sure to...

Yesss, I think you're right! It's pretty interesting, sometimes the Mosquitofish would school with the Swords and pretty much ignore them, occasionally they would separate into two schools (one Sword, one Gambusia). I never witnessed them fin nip the Swordtails, only each other! (P.S. to anyone...

Caught these small fish in my local creek. I'm in Queensland, Australia, but the creek I got them from, in my experience, is full of invasive species and released pets (most of which have bred in the wild and dulled in colour). I'm thinking some of them may be swordtails or platies, but please...

Oooh, thank you!! The Espei Rasboras is such a great suggestion. I was considering two female HGs. Could that work? Thanks so much, I will! My pH is roughly 7 in my mature tanks, or 7.8 from the source. Ooh, awesome thank you so much!! Thanks so much for the info!! My tank's dimensions are...

Small update - decided to drop the Panda Corys as the tank floor space is a little cramped for them. Still wondering everyone's thoughts. :)

Hi! First of all, thank you so much for saving them! I would not recommend housing them together, even if they were together previously. The green one looks to be a plakat which genetically has short fins, so I wouldn't worry if that one's fins don't change in length. As for the darker one, it...