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Galpal

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Just got started on a 55 gallon tank. I have 2 parrots and 2 Cichlids. I seen some of the photos of aquarium's on here and their just gorgeous! I think I need to invest in a canister filter, just not sure what kind???? Looking forward to chatting with someone.

 

WeedCali

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• Aug 1, 2010

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Welcome!

Parrots are cichlids BTW. what are the other cichlids you have?

 

Galpal

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Thank you, someone gave me the other 2 cichilds, they are a dark brown with light blue spots...and as of right now, they act as if their going to jump out ofthe tank! Their splish splashin around! Wonder if I should feed them again???

 

WeedCali

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Does it look like their gulping up air? that could be a sign of low oxygen levels in the water.

 

Galpal

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Oh my...I just filled the tank up the other day...maybe I have it too full and their not getting enough oxygen from the other filter (very basic) I bought them all kinds of pellet foods and flake food, so your probably right. I definitely should check into that. Thanks!

 

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• Aug 1, 2010

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Welcome to AC!

 

WeedCali

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got any pics of this setup? or at least info on what the filters are?

 

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• Aug 1, 2010

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Welcome to AC! Start a thread in our General Freshwater Forum giving us as much detail as you can about your set up.