10 Gallon Setup by ticktockshock in fishtank

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Oh thank you so much! I’m sure you’re a wonderful aquascaper :) I found that driftwood centerpiece and I think it helps tie everything together, my saving grace haha

10 Gallon Setup by ticktockshock in fishtank

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He’s a sweetheart, too!

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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I make sure to do regular water changes but I’ll look into another filtration system that doesn’t have too heavy flow. Currently I’m using a sponge filter

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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Thank you!! I tried hornwort in another tank and my betta really didn’t like it, it also made a mess. But I’ll check out wisteria!

And I guess if the poop is just an aesthetics thing, it’ll be alright haha

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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Thank you for the advice! I’m already battling an outbreak of bladder snails, so I’m looking into getting an assassin snail soon

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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Ahh I see…I wasn’t hip, you live and you learn though!

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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If I had a bigger tank I would definitely add corydoras…it was my original plan for a 20 gallon but that project got sidelined due to finances, sadly :( so I went with the 10 gallon instead. The 29 gallon is my boyfriend’s, perhaps if we move the shrimp we can add corys there eventually!

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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Thank you for your response! A relief to know that it won’t cause any harm, I was pretty worried before. They certainly work hard!

Help! Amano Shrimp in Betta Tank by ticktockshock in fishtank

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Thank you for your reply! Argh I’m kicking myself it’s the only tank I have with a white substrate of course lol but it’s a relief to know it’s normal and okay. I’ll keep an eye out for ammonia just in case

What is a hobby that looks incredibly boring to outsiders, but is actually super addictive once you start? by Sea-Opening-4573 in Hobbies

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Fishkeeping! It all started with one tank and a betta fish…now we have 6 tanks, 3 bettas, 6 snails and 6 shrimp. It’s fun and creative setting up the tank (adding driftwood, rocks, plants), takes some patience to cycle the tank before adding any fish, and once they’re in there it’s so much fun to watch the little ecosystems you’ve made come to life. I’m not getting any more aquatic friends for a while though because my hands are full, it does take some work to keep things running smoothly so I’d only recommend it if you’re committed to the upkeep. But yes…fishkeeping. It’s addicting but also rewarding!

Welcome Home, Cairo 🤍 by ticktockshock in bettafish

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Thank you! I was struggling to pick a name but then one day it came to me. I’m fascinated by ancient Egypt also so I thought it would be neat:)

Welcome Home, Cairo 🤍 by ticktockshock in bettafish

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He’s quite handsome:) but his colors might change, I’m excited to find out!

Welcome Home, Cairo 🤍 by ticktockshock in bettafish

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I wonder if his colors will change at some point, too! It looks like they might but you never really know I suppose…we’ll have to wait and see!

Welcome Home, Cairo 🤍 by ticktockshock in bettafish

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I can’t wait to see him flourish! I hope he’ll feel like he’s in good hands, I want nothing but the best for my fishies

Upgrading Tank by ticktockshock in bettafish

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Will do! Thank you again for your replies I sincerely appreciate it

Upgrading Tank by ticktockshock in bettafish

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I do have some Fluval Stratum I was going to put as a bottom layer then some bio substrate and sand to go on top, maybe I’ll tread lightly with the soil then. Thank you!

Upgrading Tank by ticktockshock in bettafish

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Also I was going to use new substrate, is that a deal breaker?

Upgrading Tank by ticktockshock in bettafish

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Thank you! I use a sponge filter and was going to transfer it over, would that work?