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Jun 12, 2013 11:43:54 GMT -5
Post by lyeiir on Jun 12, 2013 11:43:54 GMT -5
Well I'd just like to say that this is a nice opportunity to find local enthusiasts and knowledge bases of the flora and fauna of the waters. I am quite an amateur enthusiast of fish keeping, I had Bettas prior and am looking into actually starting a Natural Planted Shrimp Tank, thinking about starting with Cherry Red Shrimps. I'm just not sure where to get the plants themselves that are snail free as the last time I bought some from say Pets Mart the snails soon took over my tank and destroyed the plants as I also had Malaysian Trumpet Snails that would not eat the living plant matter.
Anyways, happy to be here and looking forward to learning!
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Jun 12, 2013 12:46:24 GMT -5
Post by lesfromlakeshore on Jun 12, 2013 12:46:24 GMT -5
Welcome lyeiir, if your looking to start a natural shrimp tank you have come to the right place. Lots of members have shrimp and also lots are into planted tanks and I'm sure they can lead you in the right direction......
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Jun 12, 2013 15:08:45 GMT -5
Post by bobbym on Jun 12, 2013 15:08:45 GMT -5
Great I love the new shrimp fever guys : ) I have many plants and shrimp im more then willing to share I seen a few stray cherry shrimp this morning your welcome to.
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Jun 12, 2013 15:46:55 GMT -5
Post by guppyguy on Jun 12, 2013 15:46:55 GMT -5
First off Welcome to the Forum !!! And Like Les said yes there are many of us with shrimp and plants. Myself included. If you need any help in any way feel free to ask me, other members of the staff or any one else on here willing to help ya out. Enjoy the Forum !!!
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Jun 12, 2013 16:39:21 GMT -5
Post by lyeiir on Jun 12, 2013 16:39:21 GMT -5
I would really like thank you all for the very warm welcome! Currently I'm just fishing for information, as I do not have the time or the space to dedicate to a new tank. If anyone can name some substrate to use for Cherry Shrimp, as well as plants that would be suitable, that would be amazing! I'm aware that if it is a naturally planted tank to over plant with fast growing plants to absorb the nutrients to prevent algae growth.
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Jun 13, 2013 11:49:46 GMT -5
Post by Admin on Jun 13, 2013 11:49:46 GMT -5
Welcome! as far as substrate for plants and shrimp that really depends on your budget is and what you are trying to achieve. There are specific substrates that are made for shrimp and plants but they do tend to be more expensive. For example, Fluval makes a substrate just for shrimp and one for plants (http://www.petsandponds.com/en/aquarium-supplies/c273670/c273923/index.html), there's also ADA amazonia which is good for shrimp and plants (http://angelfins.ca/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=28216&zenid=38a0b703c9dd862d7c93be393c06aff2). Both of these are expensive but great for what they are made for. If you looking to grow more basic plants you could just use normal aquarium gravel or even sand. We would have to know more of what you are trying to achieve to be more specific as there are tonnes of substrate choices. As far as plants, any are suitable with shrimp, again it all depends on what you are trying to achieve as different plants have different requirements (light, ferts, co2).
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Jun 15, 2013 16:27:57 GMT -5
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Post by andynater on Jun 15, 2013 16:27:57 GMT -5
I use pool filter sand for mine and a bit of gravel just to change it up a bit on one side. Also lots of plants as well. Hornwort, tons of java moss, moss balls etc.
If you ever see me on chat can go into more detail
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Jun 16, 2013 10:37:30 GMT -5
Post by lyeiir on Jun 16, 2013 10:37:30 GMT -5
Welcome! as far as substrate for plants and shrimp that really depends on your budget is and what you are trying to achieve. There are specific substrates that are made for shrimp and plants but they do tend to be more expensive. For example, Fluval makes a substrate just for shrimp and one for plants (http://www.petsandponds.com/en/aquarium-supplies/c273670/c273923/index.html), there's also ADA amazonia which is good for shrimp and plants (http://angelfins.ca/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=28216&zenid=38a0b703c9dd862d7c93be393c06aff2). Both of these are expensive but great for what they are made for. If you looking to grow more basic plants you could just use normal aquarium gravel or even sand. We would have to know more of what you are trying to achieve to be more specific as there are tonnes of substrate choices. As far as plants, any are suitable with shrimp, again it all depends on what you are trying to achieve as different plants have different requirements (light, ferts, co2).
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Jun 16, 2013 10:40:04 GMT -5
Post by lyeiir on Jun 16, 2013 10:40:04 GMT -5
Lighting, is going to be normal lighting, no CO2, no ferts, it will just be the shrimp, the plants, the sponge filter,the heater, and the substrate. I have a 5.5 gallon that I would like to turn in to a natural planted tank.
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Jun 17, 2013 10:06:03 GMT -5
Post by Admin on Jun 17, 2013 10:06:03 GMT -5
If your going for a more basic planted tank, really you could use any substrate- flourite, eco complete, or dirt (capped by gravel) would be best. As well as any low to medium light plants- java fern, java moss, crypts, jungle val, anubias, combaba, ludwigia, etc...
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Jun 17, 2013 12:11:10 GMT -5
Post by lyeiir on Jun 17, 2013 12:11:10 GMT -5
If your going for a more basic planted tank, really you could use any substrate- flourite, eco complete, or dirt (capped by gravel) would be best. As well as any low to medium light plants- java fern, java moss, crypts, jungle val, anubias, combaba, ludwigia, etc...
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Jun 17, 2013 12:11:41 GMT -5
Post by lyeiir on Jun 17, 2013 12:11:41 GMT -5
I'm looking to do dirt with pool filter sand on top of it.
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Jun 17, 2013 18:27:59 GMT -5
Post by Admin on Jun 17, 2013 18:27:59 GMT -5
That's a great idea, I have never used pool filter sand so I do not know how fine the grains are. One word of caution, do not use sand that is very fine/small as it can compact and stunt plant growth (I've had that happen personally). Pool filter sand should be ok as long as its not the really small hard to see type sand. Another great alternative that I know has been used to cap dirt is T-grade 3M Color Quartz
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Jun 17, 2013 18:38:44 GMT -5
Post by guppyguy on Jun 17, 2013 18:38:44 GMT -5
I use pool filter sand and the grain size is perfect. Not to small to compact and not to big to trap debris and hard to clean. It would be ideal for capping of your dirt and it not as fine as some sands too and wont move as easily with water currents or even waving your hand over it. My plants are flourishing in it.
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