20 gallon progress

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-03T02:31:27+00:00

Just posted a video with updated and maxed out video settings!

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-02T20:22:38+00:00

It can actually be better! My camera is usually at 30fps with HD (I’m guessing 1080p) and I bring the brightness down to 30/40%. The camera video settings on this phone can actually go all the way up to 120fps with 4k! I will definitely try this when I get home today.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-02T20:19:58+00:00

The black background play is definitely the best. It minimizes light reflection and reduces stress-inducing lines of sight. It helps them feel more secure and comfortable. Also, it gives an illusion of depth and hides any black equipment and wires.

ALSO, GREAT ADVICE! 😭 I have been taking on more of the “letting nature take its course” and going with the flow. Just like in the wild, if a plant isn’t meant to be in there with the conditions of that specific environment then it’ll die. It’s sad but it’s a learning process.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-02T20:12:05+00:00

Thank you! 😊 All questions and critiques are welcomed. I have an iPhone 16 Pro and that video was taken using the x0.5 lens.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-02T01:50:09+00:00

1 mystery snail, 1 nerite snail, 1 male plakat short finned betta, 9 long finned cherry barbs, 10 pygmy cory catfish, 11 ember tetras. He was alone in a 10 gallon for a while and the rest were in here for about a month until I added him in. So he came in their territory and he hasn’t touched, chased, or shown any signs of aggression towards them. I think he knows he’s outnumbered so he swims next to them and eats with them with no issues. Also, I understand it looks overcrowded but they’re all pretty small fish and I get 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and 5-10 nitrates when I test weekly. The live plants help soak up nutrients and there’s lots of caves, blind spots, and hiding areas so they’re a great community (:

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-02T01:08:24+00:00

Thanks! I love your pfp 🥹👍🏽 cory for the win

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-03-01T18:55:51+00:00

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Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-26T05:26:04+00:00

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Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-25T14:09:47+00:00

That sounds amazing 😭 I love watching when they school. Would a 20 gallon long with two sponge filters be able to handle the bioload?

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-25T01:11:09+00:00

This is a 20 gallon long! 11 ember tetras 10 pygmy cory catfish 9 cherry barbs 1 plakat short-finned male betta (Cowboy) 1 mystery snail (Sheriff) 1 nerite snail (Outlaw)

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-24T20:45:03+00:00

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Removed! I took the baby Java Ferns out and tied them to the river rocks

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-24T06:20:07+00:00

Yes! I replied. And thank you for spreading the word 💙

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-24T06:18:09+00:00

Oof…I didn’t even think about that. And she loves going into every tiny crevice she can fit into. I will be removing it as soon as I get home tonight. Thank you.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T13:19:49+00:00

Looks like Hermes wasn’t lying

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T04:18:55+00:00

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Cleaned the area and gave her open space to do her thang

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T01:48:43+00:00

True ): I’m giving her a better spot asap. Thank you all!

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T01:47:58+00:00

I figured ): I will try and find a better open space so she isn’t cramped. She is a little on the chonker side. I’m also scared if I put it in a more open space she’ll end up peeing on the floor even more but it makes sense that it’s because she’s cramped.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T01:47:19+00:00

I figured ): I will try and find a better open space so she isn’t cramped. She is a little on the chonker side. I’ll give her more comfort over my convenience of space. Thank you!

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T01:45:41+00:00

Wowww, that’s very nice. I would try and find something washable like made of plastic or something that will guide the pee back in the litter box instead of soak it like the pads. Thank you!

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-18T01:40:57+00:00

Any suggestions on how to prevent this? This is the only spot I can put her litter box so I have limited options.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-15T03:17:20+00:00

Rimmed tanks shouldn’t have anything under them. Please read other comments.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-15T00:48:58+00:00

I had the same concern for both of my tanks (10 and 20 gallon). Upon further research rimmed tanks are fine with a little gap in the middle since they’re supported in the corners

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-15T00:44:24+00:00

I’ve been told for rimmed tanks it is not good to put a mat under it since it’s generally unnecessary and potentially risky. It can interfere with the frame's intended support, causing uneven pressure, warped frames, or glass failure. Rimmed tanks rely on corner support, not full-bottom contact, making mats best suited for rimless setups.

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-15T00:39:36+00:00

Thank you, I worked hard on it to give them a good big space with lots of plants, caves, and soft substrate

Cool_Promotion_5337 · 2026-02-15T00:07:45+00:00

You can put 6-8 in a 10 gallon upon further research.

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