ok i finally convinced my sister to get a decent tank for her betta rather than a 1.5 liter bowl
i found this 5 gallon tank at the lfs. Its 15" long by 5" wide or so and about a foot tall is this good dimentions for a betta. its quite long and tall for a 5gallon
but my real question is about the filter- it had an intake tube going into the filter, and the filtration itself is those Bio/Balls in front, and poly fiber pads (or white sponge stuff) with carbon media in the middle of the pads, then back into the tank. Is that good filtration?? i havent had much experience with filters.
ok i finally convinced my sister to get a decent tank for her betta rather than a 1.5 liter bowl
i found this 5 gallon tank at the lfs. Its 15" long by 5" wide or so and about a foot tall is this good dimentions for a betta. its quite long and tall for a 5gallon
but my real question is about the filter- it had an intake tube going into the filter, and the filtration itself is those Bio/Balls in front, and poly fiber pads (or white sponge stuff) with carbon media in the middle of the pads, then back into the tank. Is that good filtration?? i havent had much experience with filters.
Activated carbon has its uses, but also its problems. It wears out fairly quickly. A lot of fish keepers feel that it can remove chemicals from the water that can be beneficial to your fish. Also, some people think there's a connection with using (old) activated carbon and hole-in-the-head disease. However, activated carbon is great for clearing your tank of medication if you've medicated your fish and they've healed up. That's one of the reasons it's better to take it out and save it for when you need it.
Mostly, carbon is unnecessary and a pain in the butt/silly expense. Biological and mechanical filtration are plenty sufficient and then you aren't buying something that has to be replaced every couple of weeks.
Why does the tank need a screw driver to open it for feeding? You're going to want plenty of ventilation for a fish that breathes air, so it may be best to leave the top off, or replace it with something different.
Why does the tank need a screw driver to open it for feeding? You're going to want plenty of ventilation for a fish that breathes air, so it may be best to leave the top off, or replace it with something different.
o heck u dunno. someone was smashed when they designed the tank. it may not need the screws, although i didnt see any hinges on the hood either.
i realy like the tank, the most unique ive seen in my area and believe it or not, the olny good bowfront. ill just go back to the pet store ask for a screw driver or bring my own and see what is the deal with it. (may just have removable screws for shipping pourpases
hmmm... ill look for a pic on the net. i dont think the store will let me start taking pics of their stuff in the store. (i might look suspicious) But the tank is made by AA. and ill post it as soon as i find it
hey everybody, great news! (well at least for me anyways)
ive found a lovley five gallon that is acctually easy on maintainence. i like it so much i gave my sister my other tall 5gall
it was a pretty good deal too. it come with the tank, hood, filter, heater, regular size food, a silk plant, 3 samples of liquid stuff, and a thermometer. all for $40
Here's where i replaced my old one
but yes i will get a regular thermometer.
and here is what i plan to do with it
(sorry for the paint job i had an idea in my mind that i didnt want to loose. lol)
i was also thinkin' of some kinda floating plant in it.
any other suggestions??
Looks great! I'm glad you didn't go with the other one too- I was worried about how the "Enclosed fully pressurized tank-top filtration system" (quote from their website) would work. It sorta sounded like it wouldn't work if the top wasn't screwed on, and that there wouldn't be any air at the top of the tank for the betta to breath
But yours it looking great, and I'm sure your sisters betta will be quite happy in your old tank!
Are you cycling with or without fish? Water changes slow down the process if but it necessary if there's a fish in the tank. If so, do a water change every time ammonia gets over .5 or so.
ok i took the pic of her's and said she doesnt want her tank on the net right now. :roll: i guess she wants to have people see her own setup. but ill respect it so i will try to get a pic later
well here's my tank during cycling. look how cloudy it is :mrgreen:
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anyway, ill get one more pic once its ready, ill get java moss and make it look all pretty and not lacking fish
looking good still.
my first tank looked awful when it went through it's bloom.
well i guess i cazn wait for her lol J/K
i hope she gets lots of enjoyment from making it her own.
ok... i got the tank kit at Zellers (Canadian i think :? )
cave and posiedon figure @ pet parade (lfs)
and gravle at the ever-popular petland (i hate going there cuz service sux)
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