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    New from Hansville, Washington

    Hi Julie, I was thinking that you are going to get a 36(length)x18(width) inches tank which I think will be better if you put in with the wall at the back. Anyway, 24 x 24 inches is also ok. The height doesn't really matter for Apisto. By the way, remember to quarantine your new fish before...
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    New from Hansville, Washington

    Hi Julie, I will share some information briefly as I am not an expert in Apistogramma fish. I guess you need to provide more information about your choices before the members here can give more specific answers. Otherwise, there are too much things to discuss here. 1)What kind of tank that you...
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    Is this solid enough for 1600kg (3500lbs)?

    Hi Siggi, Yes, metal will be better than wood as wood will get warp when it comes in contact with water. But for metal, make sure that "the joints" are strong. Ensure that the screws or welding for the joints are strong. If the welding are not properly done, it may weaken the joints. As for...
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    Hello from UK

    Welcome Rod! I guess I'm a bit late to write here. I agree with Ade205 that keeping fish is very addictive but looking at fish is very therapeutic and relaxing. By the way, I just want to share some useful information for fish keeping though I'm not an expert in this. Firstly, you might want...
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    Hello from Singapore

    Nice fish and tank! I've some suggestions for the container that you used to isolate/keep your Adoketa. You might want to drill bigger holes on the container especially at the bottom side to allow more water to flow through it. But you have to use a very low power drill so that it won't...
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    Is this solid enough for 1600kg (3500lbs)?

    Here are some good articles and videos on DIY aquarium stands/supports: https://www.wikihow.com/Build-an-Aquarium-Stand https://www.thesprucepets.com/diy-aquarium-cabinet-and-stand-plans-2924653 https://www.thesprucepets.com/special-aquarium-stands-1380776...
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    Is this solid enough for 1600kg (3500lbs)?

    Wow! in my opinion, the total weight of about 1600 kg(tank, water, hardscape, etc) is extremely heavy and your table won't be able to support it. You need a very solid, stable and even surface table/support. In my opinion, the middle part will sink and give way if there are no legs support in...
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    Hi

    Hi Karen, You might want to try to get some male apistos as they are usually more beautiful than the female. :D
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    Pellets or flakes food for Apisto

    I'm using Dr Bassleer Bio-fish Regular "M" size. https://www.bassleer.com/biofish-food-regular/ The food will sink to the bottom and is suitable for Apistogramma & Corydoras. The "M" size is suitable for small fish especially your Cardinal Tetras. The food is also not too hard(I think) and...
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    Why is Apistogramma hiding

    Sorry, one correction. I used the wrong term for the "decomposing bacteria". My explanation for the first paragraph may not be accurate. Here are some info about bacteria: https://www.talkfishy.com/resources/fish-diseases/444-the-most-common-bacterial-infections-in-aquarium-fish...
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    Why is Apistogramma hiding

    Yes, Gerald is right to say that growing your own live food can ensure parasite-free live food. But I'm just afraid that the left over live food can sometimes foul your tank. And since our tank is a closed system, it might be difficult to ensure that the water stay clean or free from too much...
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    Why is Apistogramma hiding

    Hi Chris D'Arminio, If you change and maintain your tank water frequently, then I don't think it's due to the water problem. I suspect that it could be due to parasites infection since you mentioned that you feed it with live food. I lost many of my apistogrammas and blue rams to parasites...
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    Hi from Rome! ;)

    Hi Elisabetta, I noticed that you have Hyphessobrycon megalopterus (Black phantom tetra), do they nip your Borelli fins? Some tetras like to nip at the fins of Borelli. Even the Neon Tetra will nip their fins. You also mentioned that you have internal worms problems that killed your 3...
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    Hi All - Newbie w/ 36 gallon interested in apistos

    Hi Roy, I think there are some information from this forum: http://www.fishlore.com/aquariumfishforum/threads/german-blue-rams-bolivian-rams-apistogramma-angazzi.134991/ I think most problems arosed during their breeding time.
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    Hi All - Newbie w/ 36 gallon interested in apistos

    Hi Roy, What is your tank size? I think you need to have at least 90cm(3ft) length (mininum) if you want them to be comfortable. But I have no experience with Bolivian Ram. Bolivian Ram is bigger than German Blue Ram. Since both are cichlid, they will always get into fight.
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