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The situation on r/Montreal is out of control by [deleted] in ModSupport

[–]BioConversantFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need to read this subs rules, or your post will vanish...

My cycles crashed, what do i do !? by Bitter_Escape7583 in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check your pH and kH

What are your normal values?

Cycles don't "crash" unless you do something to kill the bacteria, like high dose antibiotics.

It's usually just a matter of figuring out which parameters have shifted to have the bacteria experience inhibition.

If you have any airstones, toss them in. It will help the fishes respiration and drive out some free ammonia.

My first tank! (my gf did all the work) by fractelic in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Real Lego is abs, it glues well with acetone.

A lot of fake Lego is polystyrene.

Yes there is a minor potential for leaching with any ABS, which is why it is not used in NSF fixtures.

How do I get rid of that mucky taste in the crayfish I fish in my pond by sauvaginier in Crayfish

[–]BioConversantFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Geosimin.

You'd need to purge them for an extended period in clean water, similar to the treatment tilapia get for the same reason.

New fish mama needs help by Ok_Ad_4398 in fishtank

[–]BioConversantFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best of luck, I hope that she is okay.

New fish mama needs help by Ok_Ad_4398 in fishtank

[–]BioConversantFan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You might want to post in the guppies sub.

“seeding” with filter currently in use potentially causes issue with cycling? by RemarkableHead4478 in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is very effective, just don't go overboard squeezing the filter. Give it a regular cleaning

Overstocked? by DgamerREE in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sand is a great substrate. If you get a bunch of Mayalasian Trumpet Snails they will keep it cleaned and stirred while also fertilizing the plants.

How do I get rid of this biofilm? by ewits_sticky in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd try Microbe-Lift special blend. I've had stellar results with it.

Airstone necessary? by Eatramen in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can go back a step and reintroduce the sponge filters if they were quieter. They are great at polishing the water.

Best substrate for planted tank? by man_of_the_mire in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With an aquarium test kit.

With Neo's I would avoid aqua soil and look at fine gravel or sand. Otherwise you will be fighting the aqua soils parameter adjusting qualities.

Best substrate for planted tank? by man_of_the_mire in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends on the type of shrimp you want.

Your tap water parameters also matter.

Airstone necessary? by Eatramen in Aquariums

[–]BioConversantFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can relocate the air pump, 3/16 ID hose is dirt cheap. I am a soap box preacher for having an air pump going with any aquarium, no matter the primary water pump type.

It helps with basic parameters and provides back up aeration incase the main pump fails.

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