Any aquarists here?
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linuxtechie
Explorer
When I was in +2(2000) I used to maintain a small 1feet box...It used to cost100-300rs for the whole simple set.
Just after a day or 2, I brought the set, one of the fish gave birth to few babies, which were eaten by other fish very soon(I don't have any Idea that they will eat, else would have separated).
Recently after I got the job, i went to check the prices.. They just gave me a shock. A 2 feet tank was 6K and some better looking models were way over 10K. I came out of the shop.. as fast as I went in.
But looking at this thread.. I wanna get that joy back.
Just after a day or 2, I brought the set, one of the fish gave birth to few babies, which were eaten by other fish very soon(I don't have any Idea that they will eat, else would have separated).
Recently after I got the job, i went to check the prices.. They just gave me a shock. A 2 feet tank was 6K and some better looking models were way over 10K. I came out of the shop.. as fast as I went in.
But looking at this thread.. I wanna get that joy back.
thetechmind
Forerunner
bumping a old thread, while i go thru this thread....i want some fresh ideas to get started....to begin with i just need a small tank with a couple of fishes in em...
@kumar : the guide u have posted on pg. 2 is amazing....thanks for the same.
@kumar : the guide u have posted on pg. 2 is amazing....thanks for the same.
gaganjain
Explorer
Sorry for bumping this thread
my friend is going buy fish tank 24X12
can you guys suggest some fish for it
Shopkeeper is saying that u can keep upto 16-14 fish in it...
My friend does not want that much fish in it...8-10 will do it
2X gold fish
1X Betta Which one ? how much does it cost ?
my friend is going buy fish tank 24X12
can you guys suggest some fish for it
Shopkeeper is saying that u can keep upto 16-14 fish in it...
My friend does not want that much fish in it...8-10 will do it
2X gold fish
1X Betta Which one ? how much does it cost ?
dont buy all fish at one time , go in batches , buy some angels , swordfish and zebra , then some local fish , i forget the name and of crse you need a sucker fish for cleaning .... buy all in pairs and not single , definitely dont put a betta or any hyper fish varities which will keep biting the tails and fins of others , along with them
you would need an air filter to keep the oxygen levels , get some plants , some stones , make some hiding places for them ,
at first get the water checked and make it livable then let the fish in
enjoy
ps get a betta and smaller tank to put separately
you would need an air filter to keep the oxygen levels , get some plants , some stones , make some hiding places for them ,
at first get the water checked and make it livable then let the fish in
enjoy
ps get a betta and smaller tank to put separately
gaganjain
Explorer
Thanks for suggestions
Will updated post when he gets fish
Right now we have order
Tank
Roof Top
light
Air filter
and some misc stuff like net...
Tank will be ready by tuesday
fill water keep 1-2days after that will bring in fish in tank...
Will updated post when he gets fish
Right now we have order
Tank
Roof Top
light
Air filter
and some misc stuff like net...
Tank will be ready by tuesday
fill water keep 1-2days after that will bring in fish in tank...
kippu said:dont buy all fish at one time , go in batches , buy some angels , swordfish and zebra , then some local fish , i forget the name and of crse you need a sucker fish for cleaning .... buy all in pairs and not single , definitely dont put a betta or any hyper fish varities which will keep biting the tails and fins of others , along with them
you would need an air filter to keep the oxygen levels , get some plants , some stones , make some hiding places for them ,
at first get the water checked and make it livable then let the fish in
enjoy
ps get a betta and smaller tank to put separately
Before you pour the fish in, let the plastic bag float in the water tank so they can acclimatize. The air filter will help keep the tank clean, it will have some sponge material which will soak up the dirt/guck. Once that cogulates --- quickly the tank will start to change color. Also if you use an air filter, keep it snug against the tank wall. If there is a tiny gap, the fish have a habit of getting stuck there, and subsequently dying. I lost a couple like that.
^What size is the tank? guess 2x1x1
BGKF - Black ghost and the cat (whatever shark) are going to grow bigger than your tank. Golds/carps are pooping machines. Atleast have a sponge filter. Also google for nitrogen cycle and how to avoid new tank syndrome.
And dont buy anymore fishes. Your tank is already overstocked.
You better have a look at iah.in - Indian Aquarium Hobbyist forum. Its a very good place if anyone is getting into fish keeping
BGKF - Black ghost and the cat (whatever shark) are going to grow bigger than your tank. Golds/carps are pooping machines. Atleast have a sponge filter. Also google for nitrogen cycle and how to avoid new tank syndrome.
And dont buy anymore fishes. Your tank is already overstocked.
You better have a look at iah.in - Indian Aquarium Hobbyist forum. Its a very good place if anyone is getting into fish keeping