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Country:
United Kingdom
Description:
'L' shaped 190l aquarium
36x36x12x16
Custom built
2 x 24w t5 tubes in each light (only 1 bulb in each used)
Substrates: Dorset pea gravel and Eco-complete. Divided by slate fencing.
1 x aquamanta efx400 canister filter
Black cardboard backing
Advice:
Don't over complicate things to begin with, and don't rush it! It is a piece of art that will grow and evolve over time!
Seek advice on forums before you start. There are a lot of people out there that know their stuff - but beware of the few that don't!!
If algae hits don't just wait for it to "go away" Do something about it!
Fish Kept:
2 x Angels
5 x cherry barbs
6 x Rummynose tetra
2 x Bristlenose plecko
3 x Otto's
5 x Hatchet fish
1 x Red tailed shark
3 x Cory's
1 x Siamese algae eater
Corals/Plants:
Live ones under the lights
Fakes in the apex
Tank Size:
40 gallons
Quote:
If at first you don't succeed...
About Yourself:
A mate introduced me to fish keeping 5 years ago. I've learnt a hell of a lot since!
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