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by Fablex8
Mon Jun 09, 2025 7:43 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: betta tank decoration ideas
Replies: 12
Views: 63

Re: betta tank decoration ideas

Post pics when it's done! Always love seeing how these setups turn out.
by Fablex8
Mon Jun 09, 2025 1:07 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: betta tank decoration ideas
Replies: 12
Views: 63

Re: betta tank decoration ideas

Yo, go for some anubias tied to rocks. Super easy, and my fish loves chilling under the leaves. Also, floating plants like frogbit give a cool vibe and help with light diffusion.
by Fablex8
Mon May 12, 2025 2:18 am
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Why Do My Plants Look Stringy?
Replies: 13
Views: 173

Re: Why Do My Plants Look Stringy?


I've seen this happen when the tank is too clean. Plants need some nitrates to thrive. If your water changes are too frequent or too large, it might be stripping the nutrients they need.


True, but you gotta balance it. Too many nitrates can lead to algae. I'd aim for 10-20 ppm nitrates for a ...
by Fablex8
Sun May 11, 2025 8:12 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Why Do My Plants Look Stringy?
Replies: 13
Views: 173

Re: Why Do My Plants Look Stringy?

Another thing to consider is nutrient balance. If your plants are getting enough light but still look stringy, they might be lacking something. Have you tested your phosphate levels? Low phosphate can cause thin growth.
by Fablex8
Fri Mar 21, 2025 1:08 pm
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: information on the blue spotted ray
Replies: 14
Views: 9603

Re: information on the blue spotted ray

check the other thread on the 8x2x2 marine setup, i think there's a post about blue spotted rays in there
by Fablex8
Tue Mar 11, 2025 2:27 am
Forum: Corals
Topic: Daily water changes in a 10g sps tank: sufficient maintenance?
Replies: 11
Views: 8850

Re: Daily water changes in a 10g sps tank: sufficient maintenance?


Hey all, back in the game after a 5-6 year break and I'm stoked to be diving in again with a bit more financial freedom. So, I was at a car park and some random dude just handed me a free 10g nano - guess you could say it was meant to be, haha. I've got the basics down on low-maintenance coral ...
by Fablex8
Tue Mar 11, 2025 12:33 am
Forum: Corals
Topic: Daily water changes in a 10g sps tank: sufficient maintenance?
Replies: 11
Views: 8850

Re: Daily water changes in a 10g sps tank: sufficient maintenance?

While the KISS principle is great for simple systems, it falls short when dealing with SPS and their specific needs. A stable environment is crucial, but achieving that in a small tank like a 10-gallon is extremely challenging.

Real water movement, necessary for stimulating polyp extension and ...
by Fablex8
Thu Mar 06, 2025 5:11 pm
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: A discussion about new fish
Replies: 6
Views: 6523

Re: A discussion about new fish

I've never come across one in trade, to be honest. My closest match was a brackish sole fish - lol, that's about it.
by Fablex8
Sat Jan 25, 2025 7:33 am
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Creating a trio of true percs: my observations
Replies: 14
Views: 7530

Re: Creating a trio of true percs: my observations

Think I might've caused some confusion, referring to the breeder net idea, I meant the newcomer or the one getting picked on should be the one in the net, not the established pair, that way it can get used to them without the hassle.
by Fablex8
Sat Jan 25, 2025 4:44 am
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Creating a trio of true percs: my observations
Replies: 14
Views: 7530

Re: Creating a trio of true percs: my observations

how big are the clowns in there? i've seen setups with around 7-10 clowns and most of the time its the biggest one causing trouble. removing the big guy won't help either, the second biggest would just take its place.

your best chance is getting them in together when they're still small and the ...