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Cryptocoryne parva
Overview Cryptocoryne parva is one of the smallest species within the Cryptocoryne family, known for its slow growth and minimal maintenance requirements. Its small, grass-like leaves make it an excellent choice for foreground plantings, adding delicate textu...
Water Testing Schedule
Planting Tips and Maintenance for Front Plants
Proper Planting Techniques Front plants are crucial for setting the aesthetic tone of the aquarium. It's important to plant them correctly to ensure they establish well and thrive. Soil Preparation: Use a fine, nutrient-rich substrate that allows for easy ro...
Canister Filter (Eheim Classic 2213)
Setup Placement For optimal performance, the Eheim Classic 2213 canister filter should be positioned near the bottom of the aquarium and in close proximity to a power source. Ensure there is sufficient space around the filter for maintenance tasks. The intake ...
LED Light (Hygger 957)
Settings Intensity Settings The Hygger 957 LED light offers adjustable brightness levels to cater to the needs of different aquatic plants and fish. Adjust the brightness as follows: Low Light: Suitable for low-light plants and for simulating dawn and dusk. ...
Submersible Heater (Eheim Jager 100W)
Setup Placement Proper placement of the Eheim Jager 100W submersible heater is crucial for effective and even heating: Optimal Location: Place the heater near the bottom of the tank, preferably close to a water flow source like a filter outlet to ensure even...
Air Pump (Eheim Air200)
Setup Placement Proper placement of the Eheim Air200 air pump is essential for optimal aeration and noise reduction: Location: Place the air pump on a stable, flat surface above the water level to prevent backflow. Use a check valve in the airline to prevent...
CO2 System (Fire Extinguisher with FZone Regulator and Drop Checker)
Setup Equipment Needed To set up a CO2 system using a fire extinguisher with an FZone regulator, you will need the following components: Fire extinguisher (filled with CO2) FZone CO2 regulator CO2-resistant tubing CO2 diffuser or reactor Drop checker Check va...
Weekly Tasks
Water Changes Regular water changes are essential to maintaining the overall health and stability of your aquarium. They help remove waste, replenish essential minerals, and keep the water parameters within safe ranges. Frequency Perform a 10-20% water change...
Monthly Tasks
Deep Cleaning Monthly deep cleaning addresses areas and equipment that are not covered by weekly maintenance, ensuring a thorough and healthy environment for your aquarium. Frequency Perform a deep clean monthly to tackle buildup and maintain pristine conditi...
Disease Treatment
Proper disease treatment is essential to maintaining the health and well-being of your aquarium inhabitants. Early detection and prompt treatment can prevent the spread of diseases and ensure a healthy environment. Common Diseases Ichthyophthirius multifiliis ...
Equipment Failure
Proper management of equipment failures is crucial to maintaining a stable and healthy aquarium environment. Quick troubleshooting and temporary solutions can prevent harm to your aquatic life until permanent repairs or replacements are made. Filter Failure Tr...
Feeding
Daily Feeding Tropical Supervit Flakes Type: Flakes For: General feeding for mid-level and upper-level swimmers like tetras, rasboras, danios, and livebearers. Frequency: Once or twice daily Amount: Only what the fish can consume in 2-3 minutes. Bottom-D...
Stocking list
Final Stocking List: Cleanup Crew: Nerite Snails (Neritina spp.): Quantity: 5 Average Size: 2.5-3 cm (1-1.2 inches) Red Cherry Shrimps (Neocaridina davidi): Quantity: 10 Average Size: 2.5-3.5 cm (1-1.4 inches) Amano Shrimps (Caridina multidentata...
Consolidated Stocking Plan
First Introduction (Cleanup Crew + Initial Fish): Nerite Snails: 5 Red Cherry Shrimps: 10 Amano Shrimps: 5 Kuhli Loaches: 6 Albino Corydoras: 8 Otocinclus Catfish: 6 Second Introduction (First Batch of Schooling Fish): Cardinal Tetras: 8 Galaxy Rasboras: 8 ...
Regular Water Testing Schedule
During Initial Stocking: First Week After Each Introduction: Frequency: Daily testing Parameters to Test: Ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and pH Reason: This helps monitor any immediate spikes in ammonia and nitrite, which are toxic to fish. Second Week Af...
Nerite Snails (Neritina spp.)
Care Requirements Water Parameters: Nerite snails thrive in a pH range of 7.0-8.5. They prefer harder water to ensure their shells remain healthy and strong. Temperature: The ideal temperature range for Nerite snails is 22-26°C (72-79°F). Tank Setup: Ensu...
Red Cherry Shrimps (Neocaridina davidi)
Care Requirements Water Parameters: Red Cherry Shrimps thrive in a pH range of 6.5-8.0. They prefer slightly hard to moderately hard water to support molting. Temperature: The ideal temperature range for Red Cherry Shrimps is 22-28°C (72-82°F). Tank Setup...