larch's low tech setup

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    R 80 if I can recall I also know builder's has a online store as well where you can ask what stores stock it.

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    Thanks buddy.

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    Would not recommend Seagro for tank use unless you know what you are doing and even then I would be cautious, safer to stay with main stream aquarium products ..
     
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    I breed them on demand had about 9 spawns so far.
     
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    Or dry salts. Gives you more control as well :)
     
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    Thanks trev.

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    Decided to try my hand at proper photography of all the tropical critters living in my aquarium...

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    Cool photos! What kit did you use to take them?
     
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    You are going to laugh but they were taken with a Huawei P10.
     
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    Pretty cool! My P8 2017 can take deceny photos too, but good job! I recall the P10 has a great camera :D
     
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    Yeah, I used the default settings on it will fiddle around a bit and see if I can improve the image quality.
     
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    Anyone know where I can source this locally without being fleeced R 500 for it?

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    I'd also love to know.
     
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    I can import them but R 500 is a steep asking price.
     
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    Yeah very much agreed!
     
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    So took the plunge its R 300 cheaper online than anywhere locally:|

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    That soil is way too sharp and rough for the loaches and corries. Their barbels will get damaged as they try too burrow.
     
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    They are just doing just fine with the soil, the loaches where even spawning at one point. And there is no visible damage to their barbs.
     
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    Ah nice! I'm getting a full setup from a local guy. Including solenoid, etc.

    Good luck! Looking forward to seeing your report on it.
     
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    Just like a dog will live if chained to tree....
    These fish like to burrow and that sand is not ideal for them. Fine sand like rivers and is best.
    Go and do some research on how that sand effects those fish in the long term.
     

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