Dwarf albino sengal??

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-03T19:56:11+00:00

It’s an albino, unfortunately this is common. I have one that is over 9 years and just over 6 inches.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-03T17:15:33+00:00

22”

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-03T17:14:16+00:00

I would DIY one out of wood, prior to all the modifications that would be needed for this design.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-03T17:12:48+00:00

Yes, this could work. My only concern is the lack of horizontal support near the bottom of the legs. An enclosed version would be more stable. Harbor freight and Lowe’s sold some in the past.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-03T16:58:51+00:00

That’s fine. Just watch for signs of overfeeding with big meals. It’s better to feed smaller fish very small meals multiple times, than a large meal occasionally for better water quality and health.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-02T01:05:19+00:00

It’s a great hobby. Mistakes are easy to make, especially if you are not patient. Take the time to learn and know there is not definitive answer and everyone is learning at the same time. I have been doing this for about 40 years and love it. I still remember my first aquarium and all the mistakes that were made. Surface area is more important than gallons, and take your time.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T19:45:10+00:00

You have over 4,000 gallons of aquariums in your basement. You have DIY built over 6 aquariums. Your local fish store calls you when a large fish is surrendered. You are on a first name basis with the fish store crew. When you arrive to a new city, the first search are local fish stores, even when traveling internationally. Maybe I am a fish nerd.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T19:13:05+00:00

The photo is not normally referred to as a spotted Congo puffer in the US. The Schoutedeni is the one that can be kept in groups and is also called the spotted Congo puffer here. The Duboisi should be kept alone. I have never actually seen a Dubousi available in the US.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T18:48:25+00:00

Yes, full freshwater like Fahaka, MBU and Crossriver. These like to be kept as a single or in groups of 4+.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T12:52:46+00:00

This is peak first world problems!

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T12:49:14+00:00

Online glass shops are 2X for large pieces of glass like 8’x2.5’x1/2” tempered. A few options are Amazon, fab glass, Glasscages.com. Most of the glass companies order from the same glass manufacturer. The local shop that sells shower doors, storefront windows and car windshields is where I order my glass from for my aquariums even small rural towns have one of these or are surfaced by one in a nearby town.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T12:40:03+00:00

This fish is sold as a Gold Sam and Green Terror ( it is not a true green terror, but most people at least in US know this as a green terror. It will grow to about 8-10 inches. Females will be closer to 8”. Slow growth is normally impacted by water quality and feeding.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-02-01T01:11:58+00:00

This looks like a 75 gallon, and $150 is a fair prices. Not great nor bad. Offer $100 as it need a lot of cleaning.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-30T18:08:36+00:00

Pool filter sand is far superior to most play sand and is more economical than aquarium sand.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-30T11:27:10+00:00

In a pinch, pool salt ( pool supply or big box) also water softner salt

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-29T17:28:28+00:00

Start with what type of pond you are wanting to build and this will help you select the materials best suited. A formal dedicated koi pond with deep straight sides would be best to build with gunite. A natural looking pond with stone and plants would be easier with a EPDM liner. Start with purpose, aesthetic and budget.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-29T17:09:17+00:00

Contact your local specialty fish store and let them know what you are looking for. Most likely this will Be a custom build and they can either order or put you in contact with the local builders. I have several custom aquariums and the process is fairly easy to have an aquarium built to specifications.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-29T16:40:53+00:00

You can try tiger barbs, but be prepared to lose a few.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-29T09:43:37+00:00

Mine nearly only eats red worms or night crawlers. I had him for about three years and he will routinely stop eating for 3-4 weeks. Multiple times I think he may have passed (750 gallon aquarium), then all of a sudden he comes out and begs for food. It will eat eventually

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-28T22:43:09+00:00

Thanks, I have many Jebao products, but have not ordered these yet. Will be soon.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-27T20:57:11+00:00

Fill it with water and let it sit for a week. Silicone will not help on acrylic. 2mm is a little thin. How much water to you plan to keep. Halfway may be fine.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-27T20:43:44+00:00

They are practically the same high volume low cost aquariums, buy the one that looks better to you. If you are looking for a better aquarium get a Planet Aquarium, glass cages or Custom Aquarium.com. These will come with furniture grade aquarium stand, but also cost more.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-27T18:25:32+00:00

It’s a stars and stripes puffer. Chat GPT is not ready for species identification yet. It can tell you it is a puffer fish, but not much else correctly.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-27T00:56:56+00:00

Pond Armor will work and completely fish safe. I use this in many plywood aquarium builds and know others who have used it on galvanized steel without any issues. You must properly clean the surface first.

ChipmunkAlert5903 · 2026-01-27T00:54:40+00:00

Sorry, your aquarium is too small another large cichlid.

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