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Hi, I read the same about Farlowella but I've also seen good articles that only mention "good water quality". Different experiences by different keepers I guess? But I think you're right about the Hillstream Loach and the preference for cooler waters. EVERYTHING seems to say that but when you...

I don't know science-wise but in layman's terms, they eat the soft green algae from what I've seen. My local fish shop puts any algae covered accessories (ceramic skull, ships etc) into their oto tank to get cleaned. I always make sure there's some regular food accessible because my tank...

Learned that from Planetcatfish, you could read about otos for hours...I leave the mango piece in for about 12 hours or so and the mushroom can do about 2 days. I poke it occasionally just to make sure it's not disintegrating and messing with the water. I don't know what your area is like but I...

Oh, I forgot mushrooms. They like the white button mushrooms. I poke a hole in the middle and insert a rock to keep it down.

Good to hear the others made it. Mine made it through the starving stage with only one loss :( but they have a pretty wide diet now. Along with what you've already mentioned, you can try cucumber, brussel sprouts, mango (they looovvee mango!) and leafy greens like swiss chard or spinach. Some...

Those rocks are definitely cool. My catfish would love them too. I can see otos sleeping in them out of the current! Oto hotel. You could fit a mossball into one too. I'm glad I don't have a masonry bit that large, I'd never keep my paws out of the water. Just imagine the shadow play possible...

Pretty much the same clear pop bottle technique as Superman. Only I use it floating on the water sideways and only cut off the pouring end and insert it backwards. Works like a lobster trap. Don't forget to put the food in before you insert the funnel bit backwards. Leave enough air in it if you...

Nice. How do you stop yourself from playing with those cool rocks :lol: I'd be arranging and re-arranging them endlessly. I think I'd stick the big one in the middle and then two minutes later, I think I'd like them staggered from front to back. Can't wait to see the rest of your adventure...

Re: Scott's boring aquascape Good for you! There's so many pics that I'd love to use to encourage people to take up the hobby but it's such a hassle getting the forms sent back and forth. If a person isn't making a living off their photos/articles etc etc, it's a great way to go. I'll be adding...

Re: saintly's 120cm iwagumi It IS addictive. My background is horticulture but what do you do in the winter in Canada? Aquascape! I think I'll need to move into nanos at some point soon because of space. Also with a floral background, I've noticed the massive increase in glassware available...

Re: saintly's 120cm iwagumi Hi LondonDragon, Yes, it's all your fault and thank you!! OMG, I've spent waaayy too many hours here already. I'm not such an odd duck here with my 'pond tanks'. You guys have a pretty nice el-natural section - always more to learn :) Can't wait to see this tank...

Oops sorry, I thought someone had asked for pics of otos! Must have been another post that I mixed up. The cory just happened to be in the oto pic because they school together and sometimes it's hard to take a quick pic of one alone. The hillstream loach was my offer of unusual fish but I'm...

Here's a few 'unusual' fish that would be happy if you had a high flow/oxygen tank. (low-scaping I guess?) I run a strong current through the bottom and centre of my tank, back plants are left alone for some cats and hidey holes for cherry barbs. Not my video but it shows you their behavior...

Re: saintly's 120cm iwagumi Wow. Of all the first posts to read I had to pick this one that leaves me looking at the 'next' button in vain.... :shock: Can't wait to see it. Nice site you have here, I'm stopping by from Planetcatfish. One of your members just posted pics there of a lovely...