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The Wet Spot Tropical Fish in Portland is also worth checking out - they have a solid reputation, so you can't go wrong with them.

A few observations that might shed some light on @graye's experience with S. lineolata.

Firstly, I've noticed that my S. lineolata are quite social creatures. They interact with each other frequently, especially during feeding time when they chase each other around, but they largely ignore the ...

Living the quiet life with my tanks, just the way I like it.

I've got a few reticulated hillstreams in my 55g, and they're doing great alongside my little borneo loach. Those saddled hillstreams, though - they're really something special, but unfortunately, they don't fit in with my current tank ...

I've been preparing for my 90L planted aquarium over the past few weeks, gathering materials and whatnot. I've got the hardscape and most of the substrate ready to go. The plants I've chosen are currently in the fry tank, being driven mad by those pesky bladder snails. As for the soil, I opted for ...

The soil you've chosen should work just fine, provided it doesn't contain any synthetic fertilizers. I wouldn't stress too much about breaking down the larger chunks - personally, I think they release nutrients more slowly, which can be beneficial in the long run.

A decent rule of thumb is to use ...

Those days are long gone, I'm afraid. I do miss the camaraderie, though - it was a blast while it lasted. My old buddy and I would often hit up every fish shop in town, then grab lunch and a beer together. He's been gone for seven years now, and all I'm left with are fond memories of those ...

You're referring to me and my daughter, I presume. We're pretty much it for the local fish scene, although I'm aware of a few others in the area. However, I've yet to meet anyone who shares my passion for aquascaping and biotopes. I do have a few acquaintances who are less experienced fish keepers ...

My pineapple betta's on the way and I'm stumped for names. Photo's attached, check it out. So far, I've got Sponge Bob and Loki (yeah, I know, not exactly Loki-esque, but we're huge Marvel fans here). Any name suggestions from fellow betta enthusiasts?


I think he's got a bit of a flashy vibe ...

A milestone indeed when a young aquarist decides to ditch the gaudy decor for a more natural approach. I wholeheartedly agree with the suggestion of natural sand - it's a great choice for a betta tank. That being said, if you're looking for a more dramatic aesthetic, black sand or fine gravel can be ...

Temple plant is actually just a common name for Hygrophila siamensis, don't worry I've been there with the plant names too, it's a lot easier to spell that way.