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Some do enjoy faster moving water, but also they swim upstream to find fresher water in the wild...so keep an eye on your parameters when they do that. But I have one little guy who swims up to the air flow and rides the wave, so to speak, then swims back up to do it again. He has done this...

How is she today?

It's probably nitrates. If you just provide fresh water (treated obv) and keep an eye on her she'll likely perk up.

Thankyou! I am running two internal 3in1 filters with matrix, sponges,floss and air flow but I also mixed some matrix into my gravel substrate. My tank is fairly heavily planted as well. I have been doing two 40-45% water changes a week since changing tanks, but I think I'm going to slow this...

I bought a business last week so have just been too busy with admin and working to see to my twice a week water changes. After 2 weeks (four missed water changes). I expected the water to be really bad. So I checked. 0's across the board!! I added matrix about 2 and a half months ago and...

I was given 'the perfect aquarium' by Jeremy Gray. It's not just for fresh water though... but auGmented by the articles written by members of this forum, I learn something new everyday. It makes the hobby so interesting.

david1978 ?? You're pretty good with plants, if memory serves.

Welcome to fishlore! I hope you find the help you need.

I didn't have any problem.

What about a nerite snail? They work tirelessly! Unlike other snails they lay eggs but their eggs don't hatch in freshwater, so you won't get extras.

I am so very sorry to read this. I'm also very sorry we couldn't help. Fingers crossed it was just the one fish.

That's going tO grow in beautifully! I do love a planted tank. Are the two of you goiNg to keep pictuRe journals?

I'm so sorry this is happening to you! If you're using the meds according to package directions, you just have to give the heat and meds time to work. I wouldn't start throwing a whole lot of anything else at once. I believe you have to treat with meds twice to get eggs, sometimes three...

Welcome to fishlore! I can't comment on much other than to say it sounds like it's going to be beautiful! Also, can I suggest scrubbing the water for the dirt? Add a bit of pollyfil (what gets used to stuff pillows, but with no antI bacterial or antifungal additives and bought cheaply at any...

I LOVE a planted tank!

M blue will stain everything, recommend using something other than your main tank for treatment.

Thanks for sharing!

I love how much time, effort and concern you're putting into this. I can tell you're a very responsible fish keeper, and are going to have very happy fish babies for many years to come. . Fingers crossed for both of you.

Hey welcome to fishlore! Good question. I've always assumed the colour came from the fish poop. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable will clarify. Look forward to seeing you around, I see you've plenty of experience.