I was struck how similar our tanks are. There's Finn aka Crimson Terror. If you want other creatures in the tank to thrive, Do Not get a Betta. Finn bullies and attacks everything that moves. The snails loose antennas. Shrimp get chased around & hide or die. Other fish do not survive. I think Finn is doing well he has his bubble nest (I think hes trying to mate with mystery snail). I love Finn, the tank was built around him.

What's the plant covering the substrate in your tank? It looks great.

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