38G Planted Tank Journal

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Chrisinator

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Sep 27, 2008
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:Angel:Finally, a huge step from my 10G.

Tank Specs & Stats:
Tank: 38G [36"x12"x19"]
Filter: AquaClear 20 + Rena Filstar XP2 [Arriving Jan. 5th '10]
Heater: Aqueon 100W, AquaClear 50W
Lighting: Coralife Double Light SW (swapping lights) Arriving Jan. 5th '10]
Substrate: 1/3 Eco Complete, 2/3 Fluorite Black
Decor: Manzanita Driftwood and Lava Rocks


Fauna:
3 Peacock Gudgeons
4 Pencilfish
3 Guppies

5 Nerites (Zebra and Clithon spp.)
2 Cherry Shrimp

Flora:
Vallisnerias
Anubias
Hygros
Flame Moss
Taiwain Moss
Tiger Lotus
Java Fern


Picture Captions:
1. 10G right before tear down
2. 10G without the rocks
3. Planning the Scape
4. Filled the tank with gravel and hardscapes
5. More Water and plants
6. Half way full
7. All done

Welcome, 38G!


As for stocking, I'm not sure exactly what I'm gonna have aside from the Peacock Gudgeons, Habrosus Corydoras and Angelfish and a school of 10 or rainbowfish. Any other suggestion is always welcome.

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CrimsonBlush

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Lovely tank! Great scaping!
 

Chrisinator

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Thank you so much for your comments!

Yes, I have some PVC pipes that I'm going to put behind the rocks ones everything is clean. It's still cloudy from all the Fluorite.

It's not even close to being done yet. Gotta add more fish and plants soon!
 

67chevelle

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Jul 30, 2008
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FINALLY!!!!! I know how long you have been waiting for a bigger tank.
Great start.I can't wait to see how it comes along.
 
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