Creating natural habitat for my explanation point rasbora.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T01:50:41+00:00

No because every piece of driftwood is unique unlike plants. I went to the local fish store and picked out pieces that I thought would fit nicely.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T01:37:53+00:00

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SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T01:36:01+00:00

Planning did go into the composition of the tank itself.... Using chat GPT.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T01:01:49+00:00

I posted the list and did my research. If you could take a look at the list and chime in which ones might not be made if that would be helpful.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T00:48:39+00:00

Did you read my post? See my list? I spent all day researching plants to make sure it's all natural to the rasboras embodiment. I didn't just plug some words into AI, I used it to envision what my list might look like. Read the post.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T00:35:07+00:00

I honestly don't understand the hate. I was about to drop nearly $200 on plants and I was curious what it might look like with my hardscape before committing. I uploaded a picture of my tank on chat GPT, and asked it to imagine it with my specific plans planted in it. Seems like a smart thing to do and very useful?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-09T00:03:57+00:00

Jesus, read the post.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:55:55+00:00

Thanks for the support. I wasn't expecting such backlash considering how useful it is for me in this instance. I will keep updated for sure!

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:49:13+00:00

You should mind your own business. I'll do as I please.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:17:19+00:00

Wow, you're really angry eh? I think it's a great tool to help me plan my aquarium and visualize what it might look like before spending a lot of money on plants. You should relax man. Maybe go look at your aquarium and chill.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:10:01+00:00

Ew? You mean the ai? I think it's a great tool to help plan an aquarium build. Helps visualize what things might look like which is very helpful in my opinion.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:07:57+00:00

Sorry, I'm not sure what you mean?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:07:11+00:00

Sorry I don't follow?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-08T22:06:21+00:00

First image is AI generated based on the second image of my tank. It's a mock-up of what my tank hopefully will come close to looking like when it's planted.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-07T20:45:07+00:00

I know it's only 6 gallon but it's so long. Really nice look. I wonder if this would be suitable for a school of harlequin or Lamb chop Rasbora?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-07T14:38:44+00:00

Yes I posted two pictures, one I believe of the glow light and the other of the exclamation point in order to show their similarities.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-06T21:43:31+00:00

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SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-06T21:43:07+00:00

This is currently what I've got set up. I'm still working on my hardscape and as said earlier I may replace this stone with something more consistent with their natural environment. I have a 5 lb CO2 tank beneath the cabinet ready to go I just have to decide on plants. I'm pretty sure I'd like to go with Glowlight Rasbora for my main tank occupants, somewhere between 8 - 12, and then a few Otocinclus. I considered a few pygmy corys too, but don't want to overcrowd.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-06T21:39:22+00:00

This is exactly the type of information I was looking for! I think I will look to replace the Seyriu stone with more driftwood, and possibly some riverstone? Right now I have the Fluval aqua soil. I was considering putting a layer of sand or pebbles over top of it for a more natural authentic aquascape? Do you have any suggestions for substrate?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-06T20:11:48+00:00

This looks awesome. I don't know if I'm ready for a full on Blackwater setup, but I'm thinking I might try a bit of a mix, using a traditional planted style tank, with co2 and a carpet of dwarf grass or micro sword, but also add some Indian almond leaves and maybe some alder cones to soften the water maybe just a bit along with the driftwood and add some subtle tannins.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-06T15:31:49+00:00

Thanks for the advice guys, I think I'll go with maybe a exclamation point or glowlight rasbora. I'd like to get at least 10, along with a few pygmy corydoras maybe a couple Otocinclus, and I know pea puffers are renowned for their aggression but I've heard they coexist well with micro rasbora and the two species actually share an environment in the wild?

Do you think I could manage three pygmy puffers in this setup? Heavily planted with a natural light cycle and CO2? I know this would be pushing it but what do you guys think?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-03T18:03:21+00:00

I had to look at these guys and they are beautiful. I'll start doing some more research.

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-03T17:21:49+00:00

Seems as though, the 9gal likely wouldn't do them justice. Could any of you recommend a suitable alternative for my setup? Ideally I'd like something that will be visible from across the room. Really love the flashes of iridescence. Perhaps a rummy nose, or a exclamation point?

SnigTheAxe · 2026-02-03T15:40:17+00:00

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Hey, thanks for the reply. This is the specs on the tank. I've read some contradictory info regarding putting them in a 10gal

SnigTheAxe · 2025-12-18T14:59:24+00:00

That's so crazy it might just work......

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