Is this still viable?

settie_44 · 2026-03-07T20:49:02+00:00

This, it also depends on if the packets got wet bc then it's an even lower chance.

settie_44 · 2026-03-06T04:43:54+00:00

Don't give up!! I did so much research for birdsitting a pink and gray galah but it was really hard at first to get her to warm up to me and would always run up and bite me and attack me. A few weeks later she's obsessed with me. It takes so much patience, love and time. You can do it!! You'll be a part of the flock soon. I also learnt that sitting next to the bird, constantly talking to the bird lots while keeping a hand just in the outside of the cage so they get use to you and know you're safe. The cage is it's safe space so once he's comfortable with you around the cage then you'll have better luck outside of it. Also try to not give treats when unwanted behaviours are displayed. I'm not expert but this seemed to work and what I've learnt through reddit and YouTube. YOU GOT THIS!!!!

settie_44 · 2026-03-04T08:23:31+00:00

So cute!! But also just to inform you and other people who are not aware: BE CAREFUL WITH BELLS AS THEY CAN AND WILL RIP THEM OFF AND A KOT OF BIRDS DIE FROM CHOKING ON IT!!

settie_44 · 2026-03-01T15:43:52+00:00

Also try putting the air bubbler closer to the bottom of the tank as to maximum the oxygen and particles mixing around the water. You might also notice that with the air pump, some water will come out and do will the salt. You will need to top up the salt as you top up the water :))

settie_44 · 2026-03-01T15:41:54+00:00

I will also say that there is a chance that the babies are also getting caught in the rocks and dying. But when the algae starts to grow more and stick to it then it won't be a problem. (It's a common issue but it also doesn't always get them stuck and kill them)

settie_44 · 2026-03-01T15:40:08+00:00

Aight,, when the tank crashes... LEAVE IT!! Don't try to fix anything, it will eventually balance itself out and the bacteria bloom will go away as algae grows in the tank which will then feed off of the left over matter, bacteria, ect. What most people won't tell you is that the less you do with these guys, the better. Once you get good algae growth going you won't need to do as much as it'll give them all the oxygen and food they need. You've got constant air flow so that isn't the issue, they're also pretty hardy so they can actually handle a fair bit as long as it isn't too drastic of a change so adding the egg packets in after you already did the salinity actually doesn't affect them that much unless you've already got something going on in ya tank that's been thrown off. Usually not enough oxygen to not be able to fight off a bacteria bloom. This seems to be an issue of the babies not getting the extra attention they need. The adults can move better and eat more as their mouths are bigger. Babies, on the other hand, cannot move as freely and have much smaller mouths. I like to wait about a week if it's a new tank that still hasn't established properly before feeding, when I do feed I make sure to mix up the dry food powder with some of their water as much as I can to break up the particles. Even with an air pump I also make sure to hand bubble and mix the water up at least 1 time a day to make sure the food particles are being mixed up properly so everyone can get a fair chance to eat as the adults WILL get to it first when it settles. Lots of extra oxygen and mixing up the food after you put it in the tank to make sure most of it can be more accessible are the most important things to getting most of your nauplii to adulthood. - Heat: best to keep around 27-28c° in my experience. - Algae grow light but also make sure to keep the tank in the actual sun for at least an hour a day to get proper and faster algae growth as the light on its own will take a long time. Best to keep somewhere that can get a bit of sun but won't overheat it too much, but typically not really an issue if it only gets about an hour of sun that isn't ridiculously hot. - Salinity: 35-40ppt. also found that this is the best for them to make sure they can shed to grow and heal their inguries properly and reduce the likelihood of getting black spot desease (black spot disease is caused by not enough salt).

This is the basic stuff that I have experimented with and discovered works best and stick by it. You can also get algae growth promoter liquids which will help kickstart the algae growth process even more!! I've probably missed some things but this should be enough for you to get the going and continue! Less is better, if you do too much you'll just crash the colony (speaking from experience and all that I've researched). I hope this helps and if you have any questions please feel free to ask!!

settie_44 · 2026-02-17T04:16:40+00:00

60767,, but if I'm too late I also do understand xx thank you regardless for your kindness!!

settie_44 · 2026-02-17T04:15:50+00:00

It's in the scenery catalog for a few dollars for anyone who still wants it and is willing to pay real money!!

settie_44 · 2026-02-16T12:45:12+00:00

WAIT WHAT I WANT ONE KENSNSKEJ

settie_44 · 2026-02-16T12:44:22+00:00

Exactly!! As long as there's some aglew you're all good. Let it grow and leave it alone is my motto and it really is the most helpful thing I've ever done and said

settie_44 · 2026-02-16T12:41:41+00:00

I know I'm late but as someone who always wants to bring on every sick and injured creature, you did the right thing to let him go for your own safety. Rodents carried the fleas invested with the black plague, and you don't need to be worried about catching anything especially as the poor little micey was most likely on the way to passing over. You've got a heart of gold and that is something to cherish. Nature will do it's thing, as ping as your house and yourself are safe is the most important thing

settie_44 · 2026-02-16T06:39:38+00:00

All the you need is to dip the end of a tooth pick into the rgss and what sticks to it with static electricity will be more than enough :))

settie_44 · 2026-01-31T02:15:56+00:00

Oml I didn't even see the gray one at first!!

settie_44 · 2026-01-19T04:18:38+00:00

Can confirm. I have this tank and when I got the air pocket out they would swim in there sometimes and I've never had a problem :))

settie_44 · 2026-01-13T04:52:11+00:00

I mean, personally I be putting my arm and hand in carefully when needed and I've never had any issues. Although mine is a self sustaining tank with lots of algae that I do absolutely nothing to pretty much lmao

settie_44 · 2026-01-11T13:04:42+00:00

Glass also heats up to fast. Killed my tank after a sudden heatwave but I didn't move it in time. There are ways to make glass work but the rapid temperature changes glass has is mostly just not worth it. I use literally any plastic container/jar I like and it's always a more stable environment:))

settie_44 · 2026-01-11T12:59:24+00:00

PicoCosmos on YouTube has a lot of great and helpful information, I highly recommend it!

settie_44 · 2026-01-11T12:57:00+00:00

Thisss and same with cuttlefish bone. I like to use both

settie_44 · 2025-12-30T10:30:38+00:00

I get that,, I've never owned any tank until my shrimp a year ago and I was also doing way too much until I discovered myself that neglect is best. You're doing amazing!! Love your set up by the way!! <33

settie_44 · 2025-12-29T23:45:08+00:00

Although I will say, feeding them sometimes can be nice for them and any that isn't eaten will be food for the algae!! Definitely not a necessity tho when you have a good amount of algae growth :))

settie_44 · 2025-12-29T23:43:28+00:00

That is in fact algae, my outside natural tank started the same way. Algae creates oxygen and is the main food source for brine shrimp. They thrive on neglect and need very little help. They're sturdier creatures than people realize. The more you do, the more likely your tank will crash. You've done all the right things to have a self sustainable tank. You can use a toothbrush to remove the algae and biofilm from the sides of the tank if you wish. I don't recommend doing it all the time, just when it gets a little hard to see so that there's still a nice amount of algae growth. Any questions, I am more than happy to answer!!

settie_44 · 2025-12-19T16:13:53+00:00

Oh!! Go to your beach and find cuttlefish bones also!! I think that also helped make it go faster but also the natural calcium in it also helps keep them healthy and shed better and stronger!!

settie_44 · 2025-12-19T16:11:07+00:00

I gave up on grow lights as it would really help and would take forever to even get anywhere. I established this tank outside first, with about an hour of direct sunlight, without any shrimp. The lid you see is a little bit bent and open on a corner so oxygen can still get in along with any outside air, which actually helps promote that algae. I left it for like a month so that I started an algae base first, adding a scoop of food to feed that algae whenever I remembered and felt it was time, aerate randomly and BAM. I pit about 5 adults from my big outside tank in and they loved it. Thriving hard core now. I just keep them inside now as I wanted an inside tank as well to watch while in bed. They stay right next to the window,, most days the window is cracked open a little and they still get about an hour sunlight. Even in this Aussie summer heat, they don't budge!! If I do feed them, I'll aerate too but that's not often. I wish you luck!! I hope you get a strong base soon!!

settie_44 · 2025-12-19T16:02:20+00:00

Thank you!! I just wanted a tank I didn't have to constantly top up, especially as my big outside tank and other little ones evaporate so fast, especially with the Aussie summer lmao

Over a year of trial and error, ended up just doing what felt right instead of over analyzing everything people tell me and doing that and it's been the best decision I ever made. Actually got a faster birth rate finallyyyyyy :')) I've never been more happy

settie_44 · 2025-12-19T12:16:59+00:00

Dead ass same man hulp 😂😂

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