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Hello all.
I used to be into this hobby when I was younger. I started with Oscars then moved to African Cichlids. I had a 55 Gal tank which was absolutely beautiful.
When we bought our house, I had to sell the tank because I just didn't have the room.
Anyway, I've been thinking about getting back into the hobby for a long time, and now is the time.
So, this is all that I've decided on: I can fit a 29 Gal (is that a std size) tank in my living room, and I want to put African Cichlids in it again.
I plan on buying a used tank and hood. I already have a light that will hopefully fit on the hood, gravel and nice rocks from my earlier tank. I also have a heater that I used in my 55 gal tank. I assume it can be used in the smaller tank by monitoring the temp carefully. Anyway, as far as filters go, I know nothing about the modern equip.
Obviously, I want the water crystal clear, and want to keep maintenance of the filter media as simple as possible. PLus, I asume I'll only need one filter for this tank, right?
Any recommendations, or can you point me in the direction of beginner FAQ's or posts?
Other things to consider: Do's and Don'ts for initial setup, 1/3 water changes every week, right?
Anything else?
Thanks,
Lenny
I used to be into this hobby when I was younger. I started with Oscars then moved to African Cichlids. I had a 55 Gal tank which was absolutely beautiful.
When we bought our house, I had to sell the tank because I just didn't have the room.
Anyway, I've been thinking about getting back into the hobby for a long time, and now is the time.
So, this is all that I've decided on: I can fit a 29 Gal (is that a std size) tank in my living room, and I want to put African Cichlids in it again.
I plan on buying a used tank and hood. I already have a light that will hopefully fit on the hood, gravel and nice rocks from my earlier tank. I also have a heater that I used in my 55 gal tank. I assume it can be used in the smaller tank by monitoring the temp carefully. Anyway, as far as filters go, I know nothing about the modern equip.
Obviously, I want the water crystal clear, and want to keep maintenance of the filter media as simple as possible. PLus, I asume I'll only need one filter for this tank, right?
Any recommendations, or can you point me in the direction of beginner FAQ's or posts?
Other things to consider: Do's and Don'ts for initial setup, 1/3 water changes every week, right?
Anything else?
Thanks,
Lenny