Aquarium Fish geeks.

[X_Linzi_X]

i have a marine fish tank and a tropical fish tank in my daughters bedroom.
the marine fish are a nightmare! ive spent fortunes on them.
tropical fish are a lot easier and there are some beautiful fish. - ive got mollies,x-ray tetras,guppies,swordtails,mickey mouse platies.
just make sure you cycle your tank first and use the tapsafe and i cant remember the other one atm sorry :(
xxx
Btw does anyone know where i can get a blue mickey mouse platie??!! xx

Goodison ? sorry :)

hahaha thank you for the laugh :) xx

 

[buckshot]

I guess I'll be the voice of reason and let the OP know that buying a fish tank is a nightmare. You're constantly having to clean it or change the water or maintain the filters. You'll also have to worry about evaporation and having to refill it as well.

And once you get rolling you'll have to buy a more expensive canister filter and invest in algae eaters because that will always be a concern. Then, sooner or later, you'll get fed up and put all of your fish (mine were African cichlids) into a bucket and drive them to the local pet shop where they will be re-sold. When you're ready to get your life back, all you'll have left to do is empty the tank and put it out for the trash with the stand, filters and all the other goodies.

 

[Mike D]

I confess to knowing zip about this stuff but in the process of doing up the living room we quite fancy the idea of a nice fish tank as a focal point...point me in the right direction guys,something that doesn't need to much looking after. cold water/tropical ?? cheers blues.

I keep tropical but Blue2112 (Josh) is the daddy on keeping and the oracle on fish keeping helped me out a few times. If memory serves me right I think he has his own shop.<br /><br />-- Thu Apr 10, 2014 8:41 pm --<br /><br />

I'd suggest abyss aquatics warehouse in stockport. They're really friendly and have a good stock of tropical and marine fish to choose from as well as having lots of tanks and accessories. Go and have a look at the store and web site.

I can second that I use them to great shop and good people who are very knowlegable too.

 

[Mike D]

I guess I'll be the voice of reason and let the OP know that buying a fish tank is a nightmare. You're constantly having to clean it or change the water or maintain the filters. You'll also have to worry about evaporation and having to refill it as well.

And once you get rolling you'll have to buy a more expensive canister filter and invest in algae eaters because that will always be a concern. Then, sooner or later, you'll get fed up and put all of your fish (mine were African cichlids) into a bucket and drive them to the local pet shop where they will be re-sold. When you're ready to get your life back, all you'll have left to do is empty the tank and put it out for the trash with the stand, filters and all the other goodies.

Jeesus you're a cheary f*cker couldn't interest you in a job lot of rope I've made into a lovely noose and I'm sure you could find rafter in your gaff.

 

[Blue2112]

I confess to knowing zip about this stuff but in the process of doing up the living room we quite fancy the idea of a nice fish tank as a focal point...point me in the right direction guys,something that doesn't need to much looking after. cold water/tropical ?? cheers blues.

I keep tropical but Blue2112 (Josh) is the daddy on keeping and the oracle on fish keeping helped me out a few times. If memory serves me right I think he has his own shop.

-- Thu Apr 10, 2014 8:41 pm --

I'd suggest abyss aquatics warehouse in stockport. They're really friendly and have a good stock of tropical and marine fish to choose from as well as having lots of tanks and accessories. Go and have a look at the store and web site.

I can second that I use them to great shop and good people who are very knowlegable too.

Hi Mike how's things? Hope it's settled down much better now for you.

Salfordtrueblue if you want anything just pm me. There's plenty of options available it all depends on what you want and how much your budget is. Be only too happy to sort things out for you. Whenever there's been a thread on fishkeeping there's always been plenty of good advice given on here but if your starting off new for the first time give us a shout before going ahead and buying anything.

X_Linzi_X, I read you have a Marine tank but have had lots of problems? Drop me a pm with details of your aquarium, size, make, fish/inverts you've tried keeping etc. and I'm sure we can put it right. I see so many people losing expensive Marine fish when they shouldn't, often because they're given the wrong info. It's nowhere near as difficult as people imagine.

 

[bobmcfc]

I confess to knowing zip about this stuff but in the process of doing up the living room we quite fancy the idea of a nice fish tank as a focal point...point me in the right direction guys,something that doesn't need to much looking after. cold water/tropical ?? cheers blues.

I keep tropical but Blue2112 (Josh) is the daddy on keeping and the oracle on fish keeping helped me out a few times. If memory serves me right I think he has his own shop.

-- Thu Apr 10, 2014 8:41 pm --

I'd suggest abyss aquatics warehouse in stockport. They're really friendly and have a good stock of tropical and marine fish to choose from as well as having lots of tanks and accessories. Go and have a look at the store and web site.

I can second that I use them to great shop and good people who are very knowlegable too.

Hi Mike how's things? Hope it's settled down much better now for you.

Salfordtrueblue if you want anything just pm me. There's plenty of options available it all depends on what you want and how much your budget is. Be only too happy to sort things out for you. Whenever there's been a thread on fishkeeping there's always been plenty of good advice given on here but if your starting off new for the first time give us a shout before going ahead and buying anything.

X_Linzi_X, I read you have a Marine tank but have had lots of problems? Drop me a pm with details of your aquarium, size, make, fish/inverts you've tried keeping etc. and I'm sure we can put it right. I see so many people losing expensive Marine fish when they shouldn't, often because they're given the wrong info. It's nowhere near as difficult as people imagine.

What tanks do you have Josh ?

 

[Blue2112]

I keep tropical but Blue2112 (Josh) is the daddy on keeping and the oracle on fish keeping helped me out a few times. If memory serves me right I think he has his own shop.

-- Thu Apr 10, 2014 8:41 pm --



I can second that I use them to great shop and good people who are very knowlegable too.

Hi Mike how's things? Hope it's settled down much better now for you.

Salfordtrueblue if you want anything just pm me. There's plenty of options available it all depends on what you want and how much your budget is. Be only too happy to sort things out for you. Whenever there's been a thread on fishkeeping there's always been plenty of good advice given on here but if your starting off new for the first time give us a shout before going ahead and buying anything.

X_Linzi_X, I read you have a Marine tank but have had lots of problems? Drop me a pm with details of your aquarium, size, make, fish/inverts you've tried keeping etc. and I'm sure we can put it right. I see so many people losing expensive Marine fish when they shouldn't, often because they're given the wrong info. It's nowhere near as difficult as people imagine.

What tanks do you have Josh ?

I've been keeping marines for the past ten years for myself however I install and maintain aquariums for a living and probably have in the region of 60 /70 plus aquariums that I care for from around 25lt - 8000lts. To be honest I see that many tanks every month I've kind of let my own suffer. Infact its used more now for holding stock for my customers lol.

 

[bobmcfc]

Hi Mike how's things? Hope it's settled down much better now for you.

Salfordtrueblue if you want anything just pm me. There's plenty of options available it all depends on what you want and how much your budget is. Be only too happy to sort things out for you. Whenever there's been a thread on fishkeeping there's always been plenty of good advice given on here but if your starting off new for the first time give us a shout before going ahead and buying anything.

X_Linzi_X, I read you have a Marine tank but have had lots of problems? Drop me a pm with details of your aquarium, size, make, fish/inverts you've tried keeping etc. and I'm sure we can put it right. I see so many people losing expensive Marine fish when they shouldn't, often because they're given the wrong info. It's nowhere near as difficult as people imagine.

What tanks do you have Josh ?

I keep marines for myself and a few Koi's outside. However I install and maintain aquariums for a living and probably have in the region of 60 /70 plus aquariums that I care for from 25lt-8000lts

8k litres ? Damn that'll need some amazing filtration ;)

 

[Blue2112]

What tanks do you have Josh ?

I keep marines for myself and a few Koi's outside. However I install and maintain aquariums for a living and probably have in the region of 60 /70 plus aquariums that I care for from 25lt-8000lts

8k litres ? Damn that'll need some amazing filtration ;)

Haha yeah I do quite a few big ones and they all have their own filtration rooms completely separate from the tank. Lots of pipework, lots of equipment, big bloody water changes, pain in the backside to gravel clean and always a constant battle to stop customers overfeeding and overstocking. Somebody once said I must have a stress free job but I long for the day when I can stack shelves at Tesco's and semi-retire without a care in the world.

 

[cucumberman]

Had a 5 x 2 x 2 marine setup. Biggest investment to a tedious hobby I ever did.

Looked wonderful when it was settled after 2 years of setup. Like a window to the ocean.

All that changed during a one day excursion, an anemone managed to get sucked into the filtration and ultimately nuked the whole tank dead.

Having said that I wont mind getting back to it though with extra care. However it is just something that needs alot of reading, pro opinions and extreme patience. I used to be an active member of reefcentral forum but now all I get is birthday greetings from them. Specialty forums are very useful.

 

[80s Shorts]

I'd suggest abyss aquatics warehouse in stockport. They're really friendly and have a good stock of tropical and marine fish to choose from as well as having lots of tanks and accessories. Go and have a look at the store and web site.

They are very very expensive and I am not yet convinced of the health of their stock. Had a few problems myself.

To the OP, learn what the nitrogen cycle is and you are well on your way. Do a fishless cycle and then take it slowly, adding a small amount of livestock at a time.

 

[80s Shorts]

I guess I'll be the voice of reason and let the OP know that buying a fish tank is a nightmare. You're constantly having to clean it or change the water or maintain the filters. You'll also have to worry about evaporation and having to refill it as well.

And once you get rolling you'll have to buy a more expensive canister filter and invest in algae eaters because that will always be a concern. Then, sooner or later, you'll get fed up and put all of your fish (mine were African cichlids) into a bucket and drive them to the local pet shop where they will be re-sold. When you're ready to get your life back, all you'll have left to do is empty the tank and put it out for the trash with the stand, filters and all the other goodies.

Absolute claptrap.

Decide what you would like, be patient and do a little bit of research.

After the initial set up there is no reason that you should need to spend more than two to three hours a week on maintenance.

If you are unable to commit to that schedule then your aquarium may become an eyesore and a pain in the butt.

If you can spare those two to three hours once a week then you can have a beautiful underwater world in your living room.

One final point is to purchase the largest aquarium that you can afford and fit into your space. The larger the aquarium the easier it is to maintain the necessary parameters and the greater margin for error.

 

[buckshot]

I guess I'll be the voice of reason and let the OP know that buying a fish tank is a nightmare. You're constantly having to clean it or change the water or maintain the filters. You'll also have to worry about evaporation and having to refill it as well.

And once you get rolling you'll have to buy a more expensive canister filter and invest in algae eaters because that will always be a concern. Then, sooner or later, you'll get fed up and put all of your fish (mine were African cichlids) into a bucket and drive them to the local pet shop where they will be re-sold. When you're ready to get your life back, all you'll have left to do is empty the tank and put it out for the trash with the stand, filters and all the other goodies.

Absolute claptrap.

Decide what you would like, be patient and do a little bit of research.

After the initial set up there is no reason that you should need to spend more than two to three hours a week on maintenance.

If you are unable to commit to that schedule then your aquarium may become an eyesore and a pain in the butt.

If you can spare those two to three hours once a week then you can have a beautiful underwater world in your living room.

One final point is to purchase the largest aquarium that you can afford and fit into your space. The larger the aquarium the easier it is to maintain the necessary parameters and the greater margin for error.

Who wants to spend three hours a week dealing with dirty aquarium water? Get a dog that will actually give you joy.

 

[80s Shorts]

I guess I'll be the voice of reason and let the OP know that buying a fish tank is a nightmare. You're constantly having to clean it or change the water or maintain the filters. You'll also have to worry about evaporation and having to refill it as well.

And once you get rolling you'll have to buy a more expensive canister filter and invest in algae eaters because that will always be a concern. Then, sooner or later, you'll get fed up and put all of your fish (mine were African cichlids) into a bucket and drive them to the local pet shop where they will be re-sold. When you're ready to get your life back, all you'll have left to do is empty the tank and put it out for the trash with the stand, filters and all the other goodies.

Absolute claptrap.

Decide what you would like, be patient and do a little bit of research.

After the initial set up there is no reason that you should need to spend more than two to three hours a week on maintenance.

If you are unable to commit to that schedule then your aquarium may become an eyesore and a pain in the butt.

If you can spare those two to three hours once a week then you can have a beautiful underwater world in your living room.

One final point is to purchase the largest aquarium that you can afford and fit into your space. The larger the aquarium the easier it is to maintain the necessary parameters and the greater margin for error.

Who wants to spend three hours a week dealing with dirty aquarium water? Get a dog that will actually give you joy.

My aquarium water is pristine. I have never had to deal with dirty aquarium water.

Actually it is probably nearer an hour to an hour and a half maintenance for the average aquarium. I tend to spend more time as my aquarium is heavily planted and the plants need pruning and shaping, the same as you would if you were a keen gardener.

I have two dogs that I spend seven or eight hours a week walking and exercising. Far more labour intensive than an aquarium.

I suppose your dog is a fat fuck though.

 

[cucumberman]

I maintained my 150 gal tank for 6 yeas without once cleaning it. I only did bimonthly water top up.

Algae no problem. Had snails and stars and cucumbers.

Waste no problem. Had a few 10inch maxima clams and fanworms.

Other than the natural filtration. I used a reliable protein skimmer with a sump tank almost the same size as the display tank.

But the whole setup was on a dedicated power point because my metal halides (back then T5s were still a new thing) kept on blowing up the wall socket.

I found maintaining my african cichlid setups more tiring in terms of cleaning compared to my marine. Though the build up to it was a learning experience.

I did start on a smaller tank, a 4 x 1 x 1 before jumping to a bigger tank.

Check out reefcentral if marine is your thing. My name there is 255 255 255 0, not active now though.

 

[Barcon]

I have four tanks running right now ranging from the smallest 4' 40gal, to a 6' 210gal. I usually do water changes on sunday and it takes a fair while to do them. I would personally clean fish tanks all day rather than pick up a single dog turd.

 

[80s Shorts]

I have four tanks running right now ranging from the smallest 4' 40gal, to a 6' 210gal. I usually do water changes on sunday and it takes a fair while to do them. I would personally clean fish tanks all day rather than pick up a single dog turd.

buckshot doesn't pick em up.

 

[bobmcfc]

I maintained my 150 gal tank for 6 yeas without once cleaning it. I only did bimonthly water top up.

Algae no problem. Had snails and stars and cucumbers.

Waste no problem. Had a few 10inch maxima clams and fanworms.

Other than the natural filtration. I used a reliable protein skimmer with a sump tank almost the same size as the display tank.

But the whole setup was on a dedicated power point because my metal halides (back then T5s were still a new thing) kept on blowing up the wall socket.

I found maintaining my african cichlid setups more tiring in terms of cleaning compared to my marine. Though the build up to it was a learning experience.

I did start on a smaller tank, a 4 x 1 x 1 before jumping to a bigger tank.

Check out reefcentral if marine is your thing. My name there is 255 255 255 0, not active now though.

How can you not clean your tank in six friggin months ? You need weekly water changes and scrub downs and a monthly clean of your filters

I'm sorry but you need flogging in public !! ;)

 

[Barcon]

I maintained my 150 gal tank for 6 yeas without once cleaning it. I only did bimonthly water top up.

Algae no problem. Had snails and stars and cucumbers.

Waste no problem. Had a few 10inch maxima clams and fanworms.

Other than the natural filtration. I used a reliable protein skimmer with a sump tank almost the same size as the display tank.

But the whole setup was on a dedicated power point because my metal halides (back then T5s were still a new thing) kept on blowing up the wall socket.

I found maintaining my african cichlid setups more tiring in terms of cleaning compared to my marine. Though the build up to it was a learning experience.

I did start on a smaller tank, a 4 x 1 x 1 before jumping to a bigger tank.

Check out reefcentral if marine is your thing. My name there is 255 255 255 0, not active now though.

How can you not clean your tank in six friggin months ? You need weekly water changes and scrub downs and a monthly clean of your filters

I'm sorry but you need flogging in public !! ;)

I think he was doing salt water miss Bob.

 

[bobmcfc]

I maintained my 150 gal tank for 6 yeas without once cleaning it. I only did bimonthly water top up.

Algae no problem. Had snails and stars and cucumbers.

Waste no problem. Had a few 10inch maxima clams and fanworms.

Other than the natural filtration. I used a reliable protein skimmer with a sump tank almost the same size as the display tank.

But the whole setup was on a dedicated power point because my metal halides (back then T5s were still a new thing) kept on blowing up the wall socket.

I found maintaining my african cichlid setups more tiring in terms of cleaning compared to my marine. Though the build up to it was a learning experience.

I did start on a smaller tank, a 4 x 1 x 1 before jumping to a bigger tank.

Check out reefcentral if marine is your thing. My name there is 255 255 255 0, not active now though.

How can you not clean your tank in six friggin months ? You need weekly water changes and scrub downs and a monthly clean of your filters

I'm sorry but you need flogging in public !! ;)

I think he was doing salt water miss Bob.

Well in that case call me clueless bob, saltwater totally isn't my thing at all. I did winky face m post though ;) ;)