Garuf said:
Bogwood, do you have hardwater do you know? Sometimes it can be an issue when the water gets very hard. This isn't a fact, just an observation.
Otherwise, it's the usual increase maintenance and co2, add excel, increase water changes spiel.
Thanks for the input Garuf, a fair point. My water is not on the hard side, but seems ok.
By the way hows the snow in Leeds, i was there at the weekend, and the side roads were getting dodgy.?????
This is my original post asking for ideas.
viewtopic.php?f=19&t=13604
Basically, CO2 levels around the tank are pretty stable, when the light,( now only 1 T5 ) comes on the drop checker, (which i try in different positions) is gn/yellow, and stays green throuhout the period.
Ive settled for a turnover of around 15 times, and im happy the in line diffuser is working fine.
Ferts. Tropica plus daily. double recommended dose of easy carbo. 50% water change each week. Eheim always well maintained, and floss replaced monthly.
Ive been adding fosfo, for the last 2 weeks,
BBA removed daily, returns etc,etc.
On the positive side my fish are great, 12 fat ottos, Shrimps breeding like rabbits, the rest are tip top.
I will not be defeated yet.
What is all the more frustrating, i have a 35ltr with CO2, ferts T5. and the plants are amazing, no sign of BBA, or any algae for that matter. The tank is packed with CPD and Cherry shrimps. And only has a hang on filter,and low flow.
In addition im getting some stick from my 2 sons, both keen fishkeppers. (Andyh being one)
chump54 said:
I like the hydrocotyle verticilliata growing above the surface, adds another level to the scape
Chris
Cheers Chris. one of my favourites. Whats interesting, all non fishkeepers who see my tanks, always pick it out as a favourite.