Ultra Low Tech Shrimp Tank

[Krishs Bettas]

Hi Everyone,

I want to get back into aquascaping again however, I have a small problem, in September I am back at university and I will not be able to take my aquarium with me to my house. I would return back to my normal house every 3-4 weeks. So i was wondering is it possible to create a low maintenance tank?

My equipment: Tank - 40x25x28cm, heater, Eden 501 filter and a 9w light.

Thanks for the help!

 

[Tim Harrison]

Have a look at this http://www.tuncalik.com/2009/09/biotope-in-my-study/

 

[Ryan Thang To]

It can be done. You would need some decent equipment like a feeder and water top up. The main problem is evaporation if you are using a heater. To be honest if your room is around 18-22°c you don't need a heater for shrimp. Other than that it can be done But 3 or 4 week is kinda long lol. Good luck anyways

Cheers
ryan

 

[EnderUK]

Plant it with enough plant mass and you might get away without feeding the shrimp for long periods. This started off as a self sustaining tank tom's bucket of mud. I think your main problem with be evaporation which you'll probably lose anywhere from 1/2" to an 1" a week,