Fish Keeping Forum http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum This is an XML content feed of; Fish Keeping Forum : Last 10 Posts Copyright (c) 2006 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:08:47 +0000 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:23:00 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 8.02 30 www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/RSS_topic_feed.asp Fish Keeping Forum http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_images/Logo.jpg http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum Maintenance : snails http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6020&PID=83523#83523 Author: jennybugs
Subject: snails
Posted: 30 July 2010 at 11:23am

If they're in the filter, they'll be in the tank so I would try feeding every other day to help get the numbers down Thumbs Up]]> Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:23:00 +0000 http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6020&PID=83523#83523 Maintenance : snails http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6020&PID=83521#83521 Author: rodthecod
Subject: snails
Posted: 30 July 2010 at 9:46am

they were small round and black i havent noticed them in the tank only in filter i feed once a day and the food is gone in seconds]]> Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:46:29 +0000 http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6020&PID=83521#83521 Maintenance : snails http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6020&PID=83520#83520 Author: jennybugs
Subject: snails
Posted: 30 July 2010 at 9:23am

http://www.screwcumber.co.uk and fresh cucumber every night at lights out.  Remove the cucmber the next day with the critters on and repeat as necessary.
Combine that with manual harvesting!
 
Oh, and cut down on the tank feeding - once every other day tops and small amounts at that - as the snails thrive in an over fed or well fed tank.  The fish will be fine with that.  I feed all my tanks (barring the marines) every 2 days or so.


Edited by jennybugs - Today at 9:25am]]> Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:23:59 +0000 http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6020&PID=83520#83520 Starting Out : Biorb Samual Baker Pebble - Help http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6021&PID=83518#83518 Author: jennybugs
Subject: Biorb Samual Baker Pebble - Help
Posted: 30 July 2010 at 9:13am

Welcome to the forum!

I love biorbs and biubes and own one of each size!
 
I know Reef One products rather well (being a moderator on http://www.biorbforum.co.uk ) and I do know the one problem these ornaments have is the paint peeling off.  I've not noticed anyone else mention the glue issue I have to say.
 
As glues can vary greatly and you've noticed quite a smell, I'd email Reef One directly http://www.reef-one.com/Contact-Us and ask them about it to make sure.  I wouldn't put it in the tank.
 
With regard to the setup of your tank, please please please ignore the instructions that come with the tank!!!  They are direly lacking in correct information and you will end up with fish that become poorly as a result of following their instructions.
 
You can always have a look at the biorb specific forum for excellent instruction on how to set up these great little tanks - I'm jennybio on there - or I can repeat everything that's said on there here.  I know what I'd prefer you to do for my ease, but I am not wanting to chase you away from here as this is a great forum too and there's alot of knowledgeable people on here too
The biorbforum is perfect for biorb specific information though and there are loads of photos of biorbs, biubes and Life tanks on there for you to get inspiration from Smile Worth a visit!
 
In the mean time, throw away the Reef One instructions and have a read of this article http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=5997 which has 3 different ways on how to prepare your tank properly and without harming any fish.
 
If you have any worries please please shout out Smile
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Subject: snails
Posted: 29 July 2010 at 9:14pm

It really depends on what snails they are.  Mots snails are beneficial to a tank, they form part of the scavenging crew in a tank.  How big are they and what shape would you say the are.

Google malaysian trumpet snail, ramshorn snail and pond snail to see if they look anything like them
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Subject: Biorb Samual Baker Pebble - Help
Posted: 29 July 2010 at 8:48pm

Hello - I have just setup a new Biorb tank and purchased the Samual Baker Pebble ornament to place into the tank. I washed the ornament well and placed into the tank for an hour but I noticed a really strong adhesive smell. When I took the ornament out I noticed there was some glue fixed to the bottom of the ornament which presumably held the ornament in its packaging. Do you think this glue is safe? I've since peeled it off but the base (where the glue was fixed) smells really strong and I'm now really concerned I will need to empty my tank of water and start the cycling process again.

Surely, Reef One wouldn't use an adhesive that was damaging? But I'm just pretty concerned since it smells very very strong.

Any suggestions/help?

Thanks]]> Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:48:46 +0000 http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6021&PID=83515#83515 Q&A : vacuuming gravel http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6016&PID=83514#83514 Author: big-mike
Subject: vacuuming gravel
Posted: 29 July 2010 at 8:47pm

my thumb over the end of the pipe was my 1st thought Wink will give that a try hopefully will get more in the bucket than on the carpet this time LOL once a week it is thanks all for the help AGAIN lol]]> Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:47:47 +0000 http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6016&PID=83514#83514 Starting Out : starting out big http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6019&PID=83513#83513 Author: jennybugs
Subject: starting out big
Posted: 29 July 2010 at 8:10pm

I'm afraid I can't help you with the UV issues as I've never used one, but that's one monster tank to start off with and some monster fish too! Cool

There are a fair few of the lads here who know about big fish/tank stuff so I am sure they'll be able to help you asap.

If you could answer a few questions in the mean time that will help us.

What are your water stats for ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, Ph, temp etc?
How long are you having your lights on for at the moment?
What's your maintenance routine - water changes/substrate cleaning etc?
How much/what do you feed the fish and how often?

Welcome to the forum!  I hope we can help you get to the bottom of your problems.  We love photos on here btw Wink

]]> Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:10:02 +0000 http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6019&PID=83513#83513 Water : amonia and 1 casualty....help! http://www.fishkeepingforum.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=6012&PID=83510#83510 Author: big-mike
Subject: amonia and 1 casualty....help!
Posted: 29 July 2010 at 6:32pm

i defrosted the cube in some tank water in a jug but i didnt strain them before i put them in??

i think the ph mite have killed the fish 5.5 is quiet low is'nt it?
 
 
well ive done 15-20% water change 3 nights in a row now and i still have bit less than 0.5 amonia but my water is back to perfectly clear! my 7 fish are very happy chappys and arnt showing any signs of illness etc.. Smile ... Shift+R improves the quality of this image. CTRL+F5 reloads the whole page. im going to vac my gravel again satday and ive cut there feeding down to every 3rd day for now


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Subject: snails
Posted: 29 July 2010 at 5:46pm

assassin snails Thumbs Up

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