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  1. Naturescapes_Rocco

    @#$%!& Stop Enabling Me!

    I've been stockpiling a bookmark folder of bowl-scapers. I plan on introducing it in a post about bowl scaping, but I'll leave this here for now... Rocco's Bowl Scape Bookmark List (2/2/26) attached!
  2. Koan

    Skylight Parmaster

    # algaemaster 🫣
  3. SkaleyAquatics

    Resource Aquarium Glaser Description of Hoplisoma sp. CW217

    Original Post Quoted here: "Hoplisoma sp. aff concolor Rio Tomo CW217 Sensational is the import of this beautiful new #Hoplisoma. According to the supplier, it comes from a small tributary of the Rio #Tomo in eastern #Colombia. The fishermen refer to this flow as the Cano Negro. The water is...
  4. Koan

    Showcase George Farmer's Cozy Retreat

    # cryptocoriney 😁
  5. Art

    Robo-Tank: A Modular and Customizable Aquarium Controller for Planted Aquariums

    ScapeCrunch family, As many of you know, I am a big fan of aquarium automation to function as a tool helping you with aquarium husbandry. This not only makes your life easier but also helps to maintain consistency when we get lazy or busy and can even save the day in case of an emergency. This...
  6. Art

    Journal Frank's Dutch Attempt

    I think this is a good strategy @FrankZ. Please keep us posted as many people have or will be in the same boat at some point. #savethetank
  7. Art

    The wild look??

    Ever wanted to just let the plants go and see what happens?? #thewildlook
  8. Art

    News User tagging and using hash tags

    User tagging (e.g., @GreggZ) and use of hash tags (e.g., #aquariumplants) is now back to full operation. Tag away!
  9. NorbertPal1975

    Hungarian Garden Style

    Jelen állapot. 😉 Statusul curent. 😉 #mester#mestervonalq#weekaquat#kertstílus
  10. HardeeParty

    Journal 22 gallon long bookshelf

    @Mr.Shenanagins New #teamJebao member in the house.
  11. C

    Journal 22 gallon long bookshelf

    #teamJebao!!
  12. Art

    Who is thinking of going to the upcoming AGA Convention?

    Bumping this up to the top of the New Posts list for everyone. I can tell you from experience, attending an AGA event is a special thing. You get to interact with so many people that you've known for years but have never met. I remember once having scotch at night with George Farmer and Mike...
  13. Art

    CaCl2 vs CaSO4?

    Hi Steve, Great question. I will give you my answer based on things I've read over the years and experience. I'm not a chemist. I hope we end up finding a true chemist in our midsts so that he/she can blow our minds with the true chemical science behind these types of questions! The obvious...
  14. Art

    Help What is best for the freshwater planted tank... RO/DI or just RO?

    Hi Joel, I’m different than others when it comes to this for planted tanks. If you are going to set this up, do it right from the beginning. This will save you from chasing ghosts later on or having to upgrade. RO will remove between 92-98% of that your water contains. I agree with others that...
  15. Art

    Plant Rotala macrandra Koehne

    Rotala macrandra Koehne (1880) Synonyms: Ameletia rotundifolia Wight Common name(s): Giant red rotala Family: Lythraceae Genus: Rotala Region: Southern India Location: unknown Cultivation - Difficulty: high - Recommended KH: 0 - 3 - Recommended GH: 1 - 6 - Light Needs: high - Fertilization...
  16. Art

    Hanna High Range Phosphate Colorimeter

    My vote for best phosphate test kit is the Hanna High Range Phosphate Colorimeter. It's the HC H1717. It measures 0 - 30 ppm with an accuracy of +- 1 ppm. The resolution is .1 ppm so just fine for what we need. I like it because it removes my eyeballs and my shaky hands from the equation. I...
  17. Art

    Help Green dust algae (GDA)

    Hey Joel - Thanks for posting this. I've changed the thread type to "question" so that we can get a "best" solution post. Dealing with algae is something that has evolved over time and there is a LOT of old or misinformation out there. The "best" solution mechanism with question posts allows...
  18. Art

    Need help picking aquarium plants for your aquarium? Ask Here!

    Hi! I know that at times it can be difficult to know whether or not a plant is right for your tank. There are lots of things to consider when purchasing a new addition to your planted aquarium: What size is the tank? What other plants and fish are already in there? What inverts are in there? Is...
  19. Joel Armstrong

    Journal Joel Armstrong - My journey

    Currently I'm curious about solving my green dust algae issue that accumulates on the glass. Current light settings - 2 x Week Aqua a430 #GDA
  20. Joel Armstrong

    Help Green dust algae (GDA)

    What is the cause of green dust algae? In my tank, I get a small amount of green dust algae on the glass each week. It's not a massive amount, and mostly on the front panel of glass toward the bottom, and a little on the side panels of glass, also toward the bottom. Tank has been planted for a...
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