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I've noticed that filters in tanks with higher flow rates seem to stay cleaner longer. Maybe it's because debris doesn't settle as much. What's your flow rate set to?

Good call. Start with Hornwort or Water Sprite—they're nitrate hogs and pretty forgiving. Let us know how it goes.

Plants do lower nitrates, but it depends on the species and growth rate. Fast growers like Hornwort or Water Wisteria suck up nitrates way quicker than slow growers like Anubias. What's your lighting setup and fertilizer routine?

Hi everyone, I'm new here. I recently got a delta male, about a month ago. He was pretty pale when I first brought him home - whitish and almost cellophane-like (I've attached a picture of him from back then). Lately, I've noticed he's developing red spots on his fins and face. His tank is filtered ...