Tropical Aquariums South Africa http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/ Tropical aquarium hobby discussion forum en Sat, 19 May 2012 15:07:49 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/images/misc/rss.png Tropical Aquariums South Africa http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/ Hi all! http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12018-Hi-all!&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 14:08:41 GMT Greetings Piscene People! :bigsmile: I was re-introduced to the hobby a few years back by a colleague, specifically with regards to planted tanks,... Greetings Piscene People! :bigsmile:

I was re-introduced to the hobby a few years back by a colleague, specifically with regards to planted tanks, but I never got around to getting started, sadly enough. I've just decided to get back in the game and I've chosen to start off with some Betta's, leaving the planted tank until my new house is built (no way am I setting up the tank and taking it apart when I move!).

Great to be a part such a vibrant community, hope to chat more with you folks soon!

Cheers,
Kevin ]]> New members avatar666 http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12018-Hi-all! Some cool pics of my Bettas http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12017-Some-cool-pics-of-my-Bettas&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 14:00:41 GMT Here is a pic of my male tending eggs, they are 1 day old and have started to hatch, you can see the tail developing if you look closely. Here is a pic of my male tending eggs, they are 1 day old and have started to hatch, you can see the tail developing if you look closely.
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]]> Breeding HennieRoux http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12017-Some-cool-pics-of-my-Bettas Pleco and Goldfish http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12016-Pleco-and-Goldfish&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 13:11:05 GMT I have a 150L tank with two medium sized goldfish and decided to get a 14cm or so common pleco to keep them company (yes I will move him to a larger... I have a 150L tank with two medium sized goldfish and decided to get a 14cm or so common pleco to keep them company (yes I will move him to a larger tank when he grows out more) and take care of the algae. I did this because I know that plecos can tolerate temperatures in the range of 20-28 degrees and I have even heard of them being kept here, all year round, in koi ponds. Previously I didn't have a heater in the tank, but when I brought the pleco home I added one and set it to 24 degrees. I think I will slowly bring the temperature down to 22 degrees though. Pleco seems happy as do the goldfish. I have read that plecos and goldfish are not always the best combination as the plecos sometimes suck on the goldfish, so I will watch for this. Anyone else kept this combination before? Is my thinking correct on this one or have I made a terrible mistake here? I know one doesn't mix tropicals and coldwater fish, but goldfish will tolerate up to 24 degrees and plecos will tolerate as low as 20 (and from what I have heard, even lower, provided the change is slow), so they do have common temperature requirements there. Your thoughts? ]]> General Discussions Zeiphex http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12016-Pleco-and-Goldfish Hello http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12015-Hello&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 12:46:18 GMT I got a 100L tAnk with rainbows and cory's im looking for java moss or any other i can use in the tank. I love the rainbows they are awesome to watch. And the cory's are always busy being the little cleaners in the tAnk ]]> New members Ryno http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12015-Hello <![CDATA[Cheddar254's Planted 3ft]]> http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12013-Cheddar254-s-Planted-3ft&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 08:45:56 GMT Attachment 16654 (http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/attachment.php?attachmentid=16654)Attachment 16655... IMG_0580[1].jpgIMG_0588[1].jpgIMG_0591[1].jpgIMG_0595[1].jpgIMG_0597[1].jpg
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]]> Planted Tanks cheddar254 http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12013-Cheddar254-s-Planted-3ft Trimming for collection http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12012-Trimming-for-collection&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 06:49:34 GMT Guys I am trimming today, I need to clean up, Willow hygro Giant hygro Ambulia E Quad Mayaca Guys I am trimming today, I need to clean up,

Willow hygro
Giant hygro
Ambulia
E Quad
Mayaca ]]> Plant Classifieds Lizid http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12012-Trimming-for-collection Happy Birthday Jenn! http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12011-Happy-Birthday-Jenn!&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 00:07:40 GMT Hey my friend HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! :birthday: :party2: I hope that all your fishy wishes and dreams come true over the coming year. Hey my friend

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! :birthday: :party2: I hope that all your fishy wishes and dreams come true over the coming year. ]]> General Discussions Skye01 http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12011-Happy-Birthday-Jenn! Feeding: Hake Fillets? http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12010-Feeding-Hake-Fillets&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 22:38:33 GMT I am a big fan of anything Polypterus, but I have found that continually having to buy frozen lancefish (I get the Ruto brand) gets a little pricey,... I am a big fan of anything Polypterus, but I have found that continually having to buy frozen lancefish (I get the Ruto brand) gets a little pricey, especially since I feed it to my non-fish aquatic pets too. The other day I was in Pick'n Pay and decided to buy some cheap hake pieces (just fresh hake chunks, skin still on and everything). I tried feeding it to the non-fishes, and they LOVED it. So decided to try giving some to my tropicals as well, and it was a hit with them too. My question is - is this a good food to feed to fish like Bichirs and Ropefish? Do any of you have any experience with feeding this to your Polypterids? As hake is obviously a saltwater fish, would this be healthy for a freshwater fish to eat on a regular basis? The Ruto lancefish apparently have the salt removed.

EDIT: I go through it with my fingers first and take out any and all bones, so bones are not an issue. ]]> General Discussions Zeiphex http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12010-Feeding-Hake-Fillets Snail Identification http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12008-Snail-Identification&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 18:37:15 GMT Didn't buy these . Not sure if they came with the plants I bought ?


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Should kill it ?
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]]> General Discussions Dewald Coetzer http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12008-Snail-Identification My Fish tank http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12007-My-Fish-tank&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 18:14:36 GMT Attachment 16649 (http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/attachment.php?attachmentid=16649)Attachment 16650... ST832957.jpgST832960.jpgST832961.jpg So far so good. Growth beyond my expectations.
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]]> Planted Tanks burzat http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12007-My-Fish-tank Plant ID? http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12006-Plant-ID&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 11:48:08 GMT Hi Everyone, Can someone perhaps identify this plant? Thanks. Attachment 16645... Hi Everyone,

Can someone perhaps identify this plant?

Thanks.
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]]> General Discussions SloMo.00. http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12006-Plant-ID Planted Aquarium Demonstration!! http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12005-Planted-Aquarium-Demonstration!!&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 11:08:28 GMT Hey all you fantastical TASA folks! Would you like to see an actual demonstration of a setup and scape of an ADA Nature Aquarium? Well now you... Hey all you fantastical TASA folks!

Would you like to see an actual demonstration of a setup and scape of an ADA Nature Aquarium? Well now you have a chance!

On June 16, at Loolilocks Koi Farm, there will be an actual setup and talk on the planted aquarium. We will be starting at 10:00am and the setup and talks will probably take around 3 hours to complete. Once we are done, we will have a bring and braai, and have a good old chat and answer all the possible questions, you might have!

There will be 4 speakers.

Myself, speaking about the ADA products and how to use them properly.
Angus Shippey (Algae Wizard), Speaking about the importance of proper maintenance after planting.
Richard Shih (shihr) Speaking about Plants, plant types and suitable plants for the planted aquarium
Raymond Sowden (Wearsbunnyslippers) speaking about the basics of Aquascaping
Ryan (Ryan) who will be speaking about the suitability of fish in the planted aquarium as well as the benefits of basic filtration on a planted aquarium.

Guys, this is an incredibly important event, as it will be one of the very first live aquarium setup demonstrations to ever take place in South Africa. This is going to be the first of many such exhibitions, and we hope that the turnout will be brilliant. After the event, we will have a braai, and you can have your turn with each and every one of the speakers, to ask your own questions, and just get to know your fellow forum members.

There is going to be a raffle at the event as well. The cost for a raffle ticket will be R10. The prize will be an ADA 60P Starfire Aquarium, 1 x 9l bag of Aquasoil and a R300 plant voucher from http://www.shrimps.co.za. So, you better be there, to stand a chance of winning the prize!

You can find more information on the event at the following websites:

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I would personally like to thank @Rory for giving me permission to advertize this event on TASA, even though it is not organized by this forum. The more support we can get for planted aquariums, and freshwater aquariums in general, the more we will be able to educate the public and stores.

I hope to see as many of you guys there as possible! This is going to be an extremely exciting event, and we hope it will be the first of many.

Sean

Address for Loolilocks Koi Farm:

LooliLocks Koi Farms
Plot No. 234
Trichardt Road
Boksburg

]]> The Planted Tank Sean J http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12005-Planted-Aquarium-Demonstration!! Making a filter intake baby-safe.... http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12004-Making-a-filter-intake-baby-safe&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 10:55:05 GMT Hi guys I must baby-proof my HOB aquaclear 50. I was thinking of binding a fine piece net / mesh over the intake (with elastic band or cable... Hi guys

I must baby-proof my HOB aquaclear 50.

I was thinking of binding a fine piece net / mesh over the intake (with elastic band or cable tie).

Questions:
  1. Are elastic bands safe for "in aquarium" use? Or do they give of nasties over time?
  2. Where does one find proper fine mesh or net? I live in northern suburbs of cape town...
  3. Other alternative?
Thanks guys! ]]> Breeding PappaBear http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12004-Making-a-filter-intake-baby-safe Is my tank overstocked ? http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12001-Is-my-tank-overstocked&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 09:13:25 GMT *30L tank Hagen* *ELITE HUSH 10 x2 Haiyang aquarium lamp 24w Dolphin 50w heater * *FISH: cherry barb X2 white cloud mountain minnows x3... 30L tank
Hagen ELITE HUSH 10 x2
Haiyang aquarium lamp 24w
Dolphin 50w heater

FISH:
cherry barb X2
white cloud mountain minnows x3
bronze corydoras x2
neon tetra x4

Here is a pic of my tank.

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]]> Full tank shots Dewald Coetzer http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12001-Is-my-tank-overstocked <![CDATA[Shan's betta]]> http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12000-Shan-s-betta&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 08:59:08 GMT Hi, Always loved these beautiful fish and am very happy to say that i have this one in my tank ... Hi,

Always loved these beautiful fish and am very happy to say that i have this one in my tank

http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/e.../skimz/017.jpg

office just banned photobucket - when i get home, i will correct the link ]]> Fish pics shan http://www.tropicalaquarium.co.za/showthread.php?12000-Shan-s-betta