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by julia
Thu Mar 13, 2025 12:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish
Replies: 10
Views: 1795

Re: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish

I'm thinking my neons are a decent size now, not massive, but bigger than when I first got them. Maybe if I feed everyone a bit more, the neons will get even chunkier and the angel won't be as hungry. I counted the neons this morning and they're all still there, so that's a plus. Now I'm worried ...
by julia
Wed Mar 12, 2025 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish
Replies: 10
Views: 1795

Re: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish

I had a random thought - I'm curious about how the angelfish will look when it grows up. Assuming it's a P. Scalare, I found this pic online of what it looks like now.

But I'm wondering, as it matures, will it end up looking more like this

or this?

Honestly, if I can make it work and keep it, I ...
by julia
Wed Mar 12, 2025 3:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish
Replies: 10
Views: 1795

choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish

Hi everyone,

I didn't post this in the tropical emergencies section, as it's not immediately critical, but I'm concerned it might become an issue down the line.

I recently received a gift for my 55gal tank - 3 pearl gouramis and a juvenile angelfish. While I appreciate the thought, I'm worried ...
by julia
Sat Feb 15, 2025 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying fish online vs in-store: which is best for you
Replies: 6
Views: 3547

Buying fish online vs in-store: which is best for you

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to clarify a few things about buying fish online and get some help or suggestions if possible. I've never bought a live animal online before, so I'm a bit concerned about the safety of the fish and the risk of it being diseased or ill, which would make getting a refund ...
by julia
Wed Feb 12, 2025 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish
Replies: 10
Views: 4442

Re: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish

I'm thinking my neons are a decent size now, not massive, but bigger than when I first got them. Maybe if I feed everyone a bit more, the neons will get even chunkier and the angel won't be as hungry. I counted the neons this morning and they're all still there, so that's a plus. Now I'm worried ...
by julia
Wed Feb 12, 2025 12:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish
Replies: 10
Views: 4442

Re: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish

I had a random thought - I'm curious about how the angelfish will look when it grows up. Assuming it's a P. Scalare, I found this pic online of what it looks like now.

But I'm wondering, as it matures, will it end up looking more like this

or this?

Honestly, if I can make it work and keep it, I ...
by julia
Wed Feb 12, 2025 11:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish
Replies: 10
Views: 4442

choosing compatible tankmates for angelfish

Hi everyone,

I didn't post this in the tropical emergencies section, as it's not immediately critical, but I'm concerned it might become an issue down the line.

I recently received a gift for my 55gal tank - 3 pearl gouramis and a juvenile angelfish. While I appreciate the thought, I'm worried ...
by julia
Thu Jan 09, 2025 8:57 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Help identifying fuzz on cholla wood
Replies: 6
Views: 5884

Re: Help identifying fuzz on cholla wood

I'm pretty sure it's just biofilm, which is completely normal and harmless in a tank. It'll likely clear up on its own over time. If not, it's a great snack for shrimp, snails, or otos if you plan on stocking them. Alternatively, you can just remove the affected area and gently scrub it with a ...
by julia
Sun Nov 03, 2024 3:22 am
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Growing plants without fertilizers or co2
Replies: 17
Views: 4525

Re: Growing plants without fertilizers or co2

I've been meaning to get back to this thread for ages.

I'm considering trying out those spikes, but I'm also thinking of just dropping the crypts altogether - I tend to get a bit restless with my aquascapes and I'm not sure they'd appreciate all the changes.

Boomer, I was wondering, do you think ...
by julia
Sun Nov 03, 2024 12:21 am
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Growing plants without fertilizers or co2
Replies: 17
Views: 4525

Re: Growing plants without fertilizers or co2

Thanks heaps everyone for all the advice and suggestions.

I think I'll give Val a go, and also try my luck with some crypts and maybe hornwort. I might try using a bit of no-added fertilized soil under the substrate - since I won't have any burrowing fish, it should be fine. And I'll make sure ...