My CRS Tank

pH is 6.8, after three days has not risen. We have not tested for GH but will pick up a kit and do that soon.

Kristina
 
shawnhu said:
Kali,

I see that there's a lot of rocks in that tank, not sure if you are aware, but CRS enjoys a lower GH and possibly a lower TDS range than most other shrimps, such as RCS. Do you know the GH of that tank's water, and will the rock's eventually leach into the water? Adjusting the PH is fine, but what you really need to watch out for is the GH when it comes to breeding these shrimp. You're on the right track with the RO Water, just wanted to give you a heads up about GH and TDS.

Shawn
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At this time I have the capability to check the GH and it is currently at 75 ppm, which is soft. I did do some reading and know that this is also something that I have to watch. Yes, I know that I am going to have to keep an eye on the rocks and if it becomes an issue remove them. Oh, the pH was 6.8. Thanks for your information!! :)
 
kyryah said:
pH is 6.8, after three days has not risen. We have not tested for GH but will pick up a kit and do that soon.

Kristina
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Yes I did....snuck that one in on ya!! It is 75 ppm per the test I have.
 
Kali said:
Yes I did....snuck that one in on ya!! It is 75 ppm per the test I have.
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Stinker!!! I didn't know you had that test :)

Kristina
 
I thought I might post a little up date to my CRS tank. This is what it looks like so far..

I added a few more plants




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A few MTS's and some Ramshorns

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This MTS is getting a grooming!!

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And I have happy little CRS shrimp!!

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Hey I would suggest ADA Soil 1...will greatly help....using reg. gravel rocks even though you use RO water...the gravel will still cause the ph to slowly rise...thus causing an instability of the ph and you're shrimps will be stressed...I went through the same situation and eventually converted all my CRS tanks w/ ADA...good luck!
 
That is actually a very course sand..(one I will NEVER use again, it is horrible), but my pH is very stable..(knock on wood). I have been watching the pH almost daily and have had no changes whatsoever. No jinxing allowed!!

QUOTE=Chromes03;2037368]Hey I would suggest ADA Soil 1...will greatly help....using reg. gravel rocks even though you use RO water...the gravel will still cause the ph to slowly rise...thus causing an instability of the ph and you're shrimps will be stressed...I went through the same situation and eventually converted all my CRS tanks w/ ADA...good luck![/QUOTE]
 
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