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Old 12-20-2011, 10:55 AM   #261 (permalink)
 
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Thanks a BUNCH John!!!! I am really enjoying looking at all the pictures of the Bettas there. I will be joining that place so I can pick some brains!

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So I called Green Earth today and I guess they don't sell the Living Stones gravel separately and I will have to go to a special aquarium strore to get it. If I use the regular colored gravel, you gotta clean it way more often. The Living Stones are a filter though, for bacteria & waste. Hopefully I can get them.


Gonna pick up a Betta fish on Friday, Janan. I'll show a shot of him. They have a lot of blue ones so that's likely what I'll end up with. I think I saw a red one too.


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Here is a link for AquaBid, an online auction place for fish:

AquaBid.com - Halfmoom Betta Auctions

They show some pretty good pictures of a variety. Just click on one and scroll to the bottom to see the picture. After looking at the females there, I think my female is a female, but I guess I will know for sure once I try to breed them.

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Janan - If you want to breed them, I can give you some hints. They've bred for me sveral hundred times, probably thousands of times.
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Well I sure found out a lot today. Most importantly I found out that "Green Earth" is full of sh*t!!!


I called this aquarium place today, inquiring about those so called "living stones" that supposedly act as filters and she said that their store is very sad that Green Earth sells the frogs at all, and misleads people. I felt like an idiot but I was glad to hear what she had to say.


She says that frogs can't live in stagnant water like that for months at a time, and that those rocks are no better than any other aquarium gravel. She told me I needed a filter and that I could get them just about anywhere for under 20 bucks. I now have one...





She also told me that they likely recommended me feeding them only twice a week, so the water would stay clear! Imagine, starving the poor little creatures just so the water will stay nice!!! I was disgusted. I knew they needed more food than that. PetSmart told me I can feed them daily, which I will be from now on.


I'm so glad I made some calls and found out things. I knew that ridiculously small container Green Earth sells them in was way too tiny. How cruel.


I saw this today and just had to get it...





I'm gonna keep a couple Betta fish in there too but it is a more than suitable aquarium for frogs also. I think the LED light will be quite nice. I couldn't get any other colored pebbles other than these ones...





I'm gonna set it up tonight and let it run with the filter for 24 hours before I add the little frogs. Boy are they gonna be happy...and healthier. I'll get the fish on Friday.


Thanks, Janan! You've got me hooked.


Oh and I got this too...





I was thinking of returning the other glass aquarium but now I'm starting to entertain thoughts about haveing two...nevermind. Maybe I better just see how well I get this LED one set up first.


I'll show shots soon when everything is set up...


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I had never heard of "living stones" until you mentioned them. There are several other critters that can be used to help keep your aquarium clean. You can check on those if you are interested.

I have the same 360 aquarium.



Glad you got some good info after receiving bad!

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John I would welcome your advice with open arms. I have zero knowledge on fish breeding and was just going to trial and error and Google! Did you see those prices from Thailand on that AquaBid site, and paying postage too!!!! WOWZA!!!
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Oh Janan, I love it that you have the same one! How cool is that?!


Ok so you know that piece on the rim of the lid that looks like you can remove it? Is that so that someone can add a filter? I wanna make sure I can add the filter but have a space for the cord so the lid can stay on the aquarium. Is that the spot for another cord, in case someone wants to add something to their aquarium?


Do you think my frogs will be happy in there? Do you Betta fish like it? Is it pretty when it's lit up? I can't wait to see it. I'm just soaking the rocks now and rinsing the toys.


I've never set up an aquarium before and I'm nervous. Do I have to wash the aquarium before I fill it? What do I use to wash it? I have anti-bacterial soap. I really a nervous about doing it right. I think I have the tank set up properly and once the rocks are done soaking I'll start adding them.


Omg...how do I get the bamboo out of the other container to put in the new one?! I can't put my hand into their water with them still in there...but I gotta get that plant!


Furthermore, what's the best way to transfer the frogs to their new home?


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Yes that is for add ons. I only have one male betta in mine but he does like it.

No don't wash it with soap. They say a soapy film may remain and could kill the little critters. They say just rinse it really well - that's what I did with mine.

Do you have a little scoop net? I use my hands or a scoop net to move my fish. But I know you said you can't handle your frogs. Maybe you can gently pour them into it so you don't have to touch them with anything. Just don't fill your water all the way up so they will slip into the other container.

I guess I would reach in and gently pull the bamboo out. Do you have the roots buried in the little rocks? That may be the trickiest part. Do you have any peace lilies? They make great aquarium plants. I always have them so I just divided one plant into several and stuck them in all my containers. You just have to wash all the soil off their roots.
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Oh Janan thank you...you've clarified a lot for me. I hope you don't think I'm an idiot but I've never dealt with an aquarium before.


Ok, I'll rinse things really well but no soap. Do I have to rinse out the aquarium and all the parts too?


What else do you have in there with the male Betta? Maybe you should get a couple froggies too for the bottom.


Omg I was just noticing how huge this filter is! I think it might take up too much room and block the fish from going round and round! What should I do? It fits, but barely. I didn't see any smaller ones but I could check somewhere else. I was hoping to get them in their new home within 24 hours though. This thing is gigantic!


I don't have a scoop net but they told me the frogs jump out of them anyway and to be careful when transferring them. Something else for me to worry about!


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We really need Jordan's input here. And Cam's too. They both have aquarium experience and mine is limited at best! But I am TRYING to help! Yes, I would definitely rinse anything really well that has to do with the aquarium.

I doubt the little critters will mind the filter if it fits, even barely. If they can't get by it they will just go under it or turn around and go the other way. Does it have a suction? I mean they wouldn't get sucked up into it would they? I'm not trying to worry you, but I don't know what it does.

I don't have anything in with the bettas right now though I will get them some tank mates soon. They are all right next to each other for company though.
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Ok I didn't think of that...that they'd swim under it! I'm in a panic over here. There are suctions though and the filter leaves maybe an inch and a half between it and the middle piece in the tank.


Ok I'll rinse everything very well. The pebbles are looking good and I used a spaghetti strainer to clean off any dust or debris.


The filter looks like a real good one and it promises to keep the water sparkling clean. I guess I'll keep it and give it a try.


I think you're doing just great with your advice Janan and I'm feeling better about the whole thing now. I was nearly in a sweat earlier!


Nope I don't have those plants you mentioned but wish I did. I just have the bamboo for now. Should I keep the other glass aquarium to use as a place to keep the creatures if I'm cleaning or making changes? Do I have to test my water before I add the frogs or fish? I'm using pure fresh spring water to fil the tank.


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Just pick a small one (spathiphyllum) up the next time you go to one of your nurseries. They are easy to find, and they are the same ones that they sell in the Pet stores for about a 200 per cent mark up. I can usually find a nice full one for 3 bucks or so at Lowe's.

I think your Spring water will be pure. They make a water conditioner for the little critters. Did they not have a kit for you with your little froggies? If so what came with it?

An extra aquarium would never hurt, but they would probably be OK in any kind of temporary container while theirs is being cleaned. I think I read that you only change about 1/3 of the water at a time.
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Yes I've been reading about that...changing only 3/4's of the water. I guess the bacteria that lives on the stones helps to convert their waste.


How often do you actually have to change the water if you have a filter? I know the filter must be changed every 4 weeks, but I wondered about the water.


Yup, it was a kit and I have the soil conditioner. It says one teasppon per 10 gallons though. I have a three gallon tanks so I guess I should add a 1/4 teaspoon?


I think the spring water will be pure too...and plus I'm gonna wait a bit before adding the fish so if there is any bad stuff leftover, it can evaporate. If they can live in that crap water they're in now, I know the new home's water will be like heaven for them.


I bet the air bubbles will help the plants to grow as well. Is that lily a big one? I only want small plants or ones that I can prune back.


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Yes they are small plants. They are the same plants that they are selling at the pet stores for the aquariums. Yes the oxygen in the water helps the plants too and also the critter poop.
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Janan, you're gonna laugh...


I took off the lid to their container and saw that some of the bamboo plant was sticking up out of the water a little bit. When I pulled, it lifted up with complete ease because it has no roots yet!!! I was worried for nothing.


It's in the new aquarium now and everything is ready to plug in and start up! It looks great and everything is where I want it to be. I'll show it when I have the frogs and fish in there on Friday. Gonna go boot this sucker up shortly...


Thanks for all your help, Janan!


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Yep, I had to laugh at that one!

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Ok but don't mind that big old ugly black filter when I do!


Uh oh...I just thought of something!


Now that the aquarium is full, won't it be a long drop for the froggies when I put them in? They're just tiny little guys.


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Just pour the water in slowly and gently.
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Ok it's all set up Janan!!! I just absolutely love it! You can change the lights to so many different settings and colors. For now I have it on purple...





The frogs are not in there yet because I'm waiting for 24 hours. They are going to love it as much as I do!


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