The Quick Question Thread

[nel3]

Originally Posted by Neil D

I dont know about the AQ salts. But somepeople put in 25W heaters for a 2.5G. But people recommend the hydor heaters for small tanks.

thank you, i'll look around for that one. i was going to accept tetra brand before i heard its issues to cook fish. amazon has them for $18 and free Super Saver Shipping for +$25 orders. how much can they go for in the stores/LFS? ive found a 10w at Petco, dont remember the brand.

im going to stop the AQ treatment. hopefully clean freshwater will help him heal.

[Aluyasha]

Originally Posted by Neil D

I had that too! I think it comes from still water...how big is your tank? How many water changes weekly?

He is in a 1.5 gallon. I clean it twice a week. (one a water change and the other I use a siphon.)

[Neil D]

Oh then I doont know...tear it down and use new gravel?

[Aluyasha]

I will try that. Thanks. :)

[bahamut285]

Originally Posted by Shimizoki

even when provoked with mirrors or sticks.

Originally Posted by Shimizoki

or sticks.

Originally Posted by Shimizoki

sticks.

I...WHAT? XD? You provoke your fish with sticks? XDDDDD

[Neil D]

Some fish flare at things like that. My betta max flares at my finger

[Lion Mom]

Originally Posted by Neil D

I dont know about the AQ salts. But somepeople put in 25W heaters for a 2.5G. But people recommend the hydor heaters for small tanks.

Personally, I have never had any trouble putting a 25 watt submersible, adjustable heater in 1.75 gals. You just have to tinker with it for a bit till you get it set at the temp you want.

[Shimizoki]

Originally Posted by bahamut285

I...WHAT? XD? You provoke your fish with sticks? XDDDDD

heh, I lol'd. Yea, I was told if the mirror trick wont get him to flare I should put the mirror in front of him then lightly tap his tail with a stick. He will think the other betta (the reflection) is attacking him and flare in response. It's not like I pulled him out of the tank and beat him into submission :P

[nel3]

Originally Posted by Lion Mom

Personally, I have never had any trouble putting a 25 watt submersible, adjustable heater in 1.75 gals. You just have to tinker with it for a bit till you get it set at the temp you want.

found a hydor 25W heater for $30 in a LPS, didnt get it yet as i dont know if its a bit over priced. is it worth it if i pay an extra $10 locally (or $60+ for 2 locally) or pay $40 for 2 of them online so i can also put it in the 2.5g? purchased a silk plant while at the LPS, its almost the same fake plants my mom has put in various locations in the house for decorations.

[Lion Mom]

Originally Posted by nel3

found a hydor 25W heater for $30 in a LPS, didnt get it yet as i dont know if its a bit over priced. is it worth it if i pay an extra $10 locally (or $60+ for 2 locally) or pay $40 for 2 of them online so i can also put it in the 2.5g? purchased a silk plant while at the LPS, its almost the same fake plants my mom has put in various locations in the house for decorations.

I would get two of the Elite Mini 25 watt heaters off Amazon - $30.06 for both and FREE shipping!!!! Yes, I have a few of these heaters & they work well.

http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Submersi...0501143&sr=8-1

Better hurry, though, there are only 3 left!!!