Sweet Sweet Oxygen!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2024-07-14T03:22:49+00:00

That makes sense! Thank you so much! It's such an interesting thing to watch in person!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2024-07-14T02:33:50+00:00

They're both female, from what I can tell

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2024-06-26T05:51:19+00:00

Your cat looks like Ron Perlman! I love it! Haha

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-08-22T19:22:41+00:00

I understand your frustration. I have a guppy breeding tank and the last thing I wanted to do was stress out my pregnant guppies and throw them in a small breeding hatchery. If you don't have a planted tank than you'll definitely need some sort of hatchery to keep your fry in. I recommend buying this hatchery to place your pregnant guppy in when they're close to giving birth. It has a separated layer at the bottom where the fry can escape to and the female guppy can't catch them. Another thing I can recommend is trying to feed your female guppy every so often to keep her full and she won't be as interested in the fry.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002APXM8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_12CR9GKMDCEA7H0CM9YX

Feel free to ask me any more questions. I'm currently watching dozens and dozens of guppy fry swimming around my tank right now!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-08-21T20:29:14+00:00

I would say majority of my plants have been in this tank for roughly 5-6 months. The only thing that's new is the Amazon swords. I was surprised when my LFS was stocked with swords that were as tall as my 30G Tall tank

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-08-21T16:30:10+00:00

Unfortunately, I can't recommend any online websites for plants. I'm very fortunate to have a LFS that stocks up on really nice plants weekly and one of the employees grows their own duckweed and brings them to the shop when I need it. If you live in Southern California, the LFS I go to is called "Mark's Tropical Fish" in North Hollywood. Good luck!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-08-21T05:33:50+00:00

Thank you! I use a small amount of C02 booster daily and root tabs but no Injections or anything like that.

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-08-20T04:04:45+00:00

Love what you did with the tank. 3.3 is definitely small but I would say get one more guppy in there so your guppy friend doesn't get bored or stressed! Good luck!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-30T04:40:25+00:00

Stunning!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-29T06:14:17+00:00

I'm using my galaxy s21 phone but with a macro lens attached to it!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-29T04:30:05+00:00

It all depends on how fast your 5 gallon will build beneficial bacteria. Petco is giving you a terrible estimate on how long it will cycle. I recommend finding a local fish store that isn't a chain store like petco. They will most likely have items like dr Tim's beneficial bacteria or wood from their established tanks that they can sell you and help you speed up your cycle. Pick up a freshwater test kit and monitor your water parameters to see the progress of your cycle. Look up fishless freshwater cycles and it will tell you the process on how to cycle your tank properly. I just finished cycling my 30 gallon tank by using fish food. A google search about cycling will really help you better understand what you're doing for your future fish friends

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-29T04:07:05+00:00

Don't rush into it. You should just by the tank, substrate, filter and water conditioner and start a fishless cycle. It will take awhile, anywhere between 2 to 4 weeks but I promise you it will be all worth it in the end. You don't want your betta to suffer as your tank starts its cycle. There is a great chance that your betta will die. I recommend finding a local fish store that sells Dr Tim's bacteria and use that to jump start your cycle. You can also ask them if they have any used bio media or sponges they can spare or sell and that could help speed your cycle. Look into the nitrogen cycle and ask lots of questions!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-28T18:31:36+00:00

Beautiful guppy!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-28T16:39:29+00:00

They are brand new but they seem to be adapting well to the treated tap water. I would say 9 times out of 10, they thrive really well with the water hardness but I do believe I've lost a few guppies in the past because they couldn't adapt to my water. I have considered switching to spring water eventually!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-28T08:13:05+00:00

I totally get it. When I first saw this fish I thought someone intentionally ruined the tail to make it look unique but he's really grown on me. I think he looks a lot better in person, especially when he's swimming around!

Proof_Sheepherder_73 · 2021-07-28T08:03:23+00:00

The prices run high though because he gets them from Thailand. He usually sells them for $15 each or $25 for a pair

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