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waveson1 wrote: ↑Mon May 19, 2025 4:02 pm yo, my sprite was melting too until i switched to root tabs. stuff's magic. also, keep the water flow low, they don't like strong currents.

Root tabs are a great idea. I use them in my planted tanks too. Just make sure to push them deep into the substrate to avoid algae blooms.

I've had success with floating Water Sprite instead of planting it. The roots get more access to nutrients in the water column. Maybe try that? Also, what's your substrate? If it's inert, the plant might not be getting enough iron.

They are actually blennies not cichlids, but thanks for the input, dartonix - I'll definitely keep an eye on the water parameters, I've heard that's crucial for breeding.

It's tough, I've been looking through and searching, and now I've got so many possibilities - not just an all male peacock tank. One thing's for sure though, my Compressiceps male and Red Empress male are staying put.

Hey everyone, just wanted to share my experience with my new African cichlid tank, set up about 2-3 weeks ago. I'm pretty new to these fish, but I've done my research and thought it'd be a fun project. I knew the basics - lots of rockwork, crushed coral or aragonite sand/gravel, high pH, and ...

It's looking good, I think your hammer coral's found a happy home. You've officially joined the ranks of us euphyllia enthusiasts, and trust me, it's a slippery slope.

When you're out picking up that Po4 test kit, grab the ones for calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity while you're at it. Knowing your ...

This person made a DIY background using styrofoam and then applied a top coat of cement and sand for that rock appearance.

I'm pretty sure Pseudotropheus lombardoi - Kennyi can change sex, so that's probably what's happening here, they're switching sex.

I think it's a New World Cichlid, definitely not African.