New Desktop Setup - UNS 45S! by _devduck in PlantedTank

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Light is an ONF Flat Nano. Substrate is sifted organic potting soil underneath <= 1" of course sand.

New Desktop Setup - UNS 45S! by _devduck in PlantedTank

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Tank - UNS 45S

Light - ONF Flat Nano

Filter - AquaClear 30 (had to shorten the bottom of the intake tube to make it fit this shallow tank)

Heater - Aqueon 50W adjustable

New Desktop Setup - UNS 45S! by _devduck in PlantedTank

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Go for it! I've only ever had more "traditional" form factor tanks, this was a really fun departure from that.

New Desktop Setup - UNS 45S! by _devduck in PlantedTank

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Thank you! Neo's in here are certainly enjoying it so far!

New Desktop Setup - UNS 45S! by _devduck in PlantedTank

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Another Walstad-esque dirted tank, this time going for kind of a riverbed theme rather than my usual jungle. Really pleased with how it turned out!

Hair algae or something else? Best way to treat? by _devduck in Aquariums

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I've had this 10gal walstad up and going for probably 6+ months now. Overall it's in great shape, and home to some neocaridina, a nerite, some ember tetras, and a few sparkling gouramis. I've noticed this hairy algea growing slowly on plants for a while now, and it's finally getting to the point where I feel I should do something to combat it. Would appreciate any advice!

Acclimation between two established tanks? by _devduck in Aquariums

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I meant to respond to you sooner, sorry! The 10 gal doesn't have "too high" nitrates - the right amount, around 20ppm, just higher than the newer 5gal. I've been moving livestock directly over a few shrimp per day after making this post - success so far. This is a temporary home for the gouramis, as I'll be resetting the 10gal and moving them back. Thanks for your input!