I did a water change today though the parameters tested out perfect. No losses overnight. I did put in all the gravel from my oscar tank and a filter from my 75g discus tank that has been running for a year. I really do'nt think even this many small fish equals the bioload of 25 cories, 5 adults discus, and a 15" oscar so I am not really expecting much of a hiccup. Just doing water changes to keep the bottom super clean for the otos.
"... Personaly I would put a dozen or more cories, at least 6 otos, and at least 20 neons if it was my tank. The behaviors they exhibit in larger groups of their own are amazing."
SOLD!! I want Otos and Neons. I know you don't have Brochis.. I can post in the market place here on AC, hopefully someone here has them.
So you would add 4 to my 2 Otos to bring it up to 6 total? Or add 6 to my 2 for a total of 8?
Put me down for Otos and Neons. I'll take 20-25 Neons when you are ready to sell.
I love the footprint of a 40 gallon breeder, too. I've wanted one since the first time I saw one. I want to start a thread and get suggestions from everyone on the scaping.
Anyway, sorry to hijack. You are the WOMAN!!! Great job on rescuing those guys, and they look so healthy. I know they go through so much from capture to arrival, but those guys look so good.
I ship all year long, goes pretty well. I use 72 hour heat packs. Express is always teh best option for fish. As for what type of otos they are, I think they are otocinclus vittatus. I am waiting on the final paperwork to know for certain, lol.