Which would be more beneficial?
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manderz
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Well, my thinking behind the uv sterilizer was I've battled ich twice already, because I got my tank used from someone who really didn't care about it. I was kind of thinking that would help keep my poor fish (and me) from having to go through all that again.
So, what kind of protein skimmer would you all recommend? It would have to be a hang on back style. I've really got no clue what I should be looking for, even though I've spent the last week reading about it. Thanks so much for your help!
So, what kind of protein skimmer would you all recommend? It would have to be a hang on back style. I've really got no clue what I should be looking for, even though I've spent the last week reading about it. Thanks so much for your help!
meowzer
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Originally Posted by Manderz
http:///forum/post/3282351
Well, my thinking behind the uv sterilizer was I've battled ich twice already, because I got my tank used from someone who really didn't care about it. I was kind of thinking that would help keep my poor fish (and me) from having to go through all that again.
So, what kind of protein skimmer would you all recommend? It would have to be a hang on back style. I've really got no clue what I should be looking for, even though I've spent the last week reading about it. Thanks so much for your help!
A uv sterilizer will not cure ich....but...what size tank do you have....need to know before we cna recommend a skimmer
http:///forum/post/3282351
Well, my thinking behind the uv sterilizer was I've battled ich twice already, because I got my tank used from someone who really didn't care about it. I was kind of thinking that would help keep my poor fish (and me) from having to go through all that again.
So, what kind of protein skimmer would you all recommend? It would have to be a hang on back style. I've really got no clue what I should be looking for, even though I've spent the last week reading about it. Thanks so much for your help!
A uv sterilizer will not cure ich....but...what size tank do you have....need to know before we cna recommend a skimmer
meowzer
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get a cleaner shrimp....lol
as far as a good skimmer...aqua c remora (don't have...wish I did)
or Octopus....I have a BH100SS in my 54G mixed reef.....People swear by it.....I will tell you it skims GREAT, but I have never been able to stop the micro bubbles.....I am the 1 in 10....LOL
as far as a good skimmer...aqua c remora (don't have...wish I did)
or Octopus....I have a BH100SS in my 54G mixed reef.....People swear by it.....I will tell you it skims GREAT, but I have never been able to stop the micro bubbles.....I am the 1 in 10....LOL
hunt
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Originally Posted by Manderz
http:///forum/post/3282355
I know it won't cure it, but I was thinking it would cut down the number of the nasty bugs, thus reducing the chances of my fish getting it again.
I have a 55 gallon tank.
i had a horrible ick outbreak and i cured it with garlic
http:///forum/post/3282355
I know it won't cure it, but I was thinking it would cut down the number of the nasty bugs, thus reducing the chances of my fish getting it again.
I have a 55 gallon tank.
i had a horrible ick outbreak and i cured it with garlic
meowzer
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Originally Posted by Hunt
http:///forum/post/3282360
i had a horrible ick outbreak and i cured it with garlic
LOL...Do not make the mistake of thinking your tank is ich-free if you did not either do hypo or leave the tank empty of fish for 6 weeks. Feeding the garlic and good foods only help make your fish "healthier" so they are able to fight off the parasite.....at the first sign of stress you will most likely see them again.....Just keep your water good, and keep up with the vitamins and such to keep your fish's immune system built up
http:///forum/post/3282360
i had a horrible ick outbreak and i cured it with garlic
LOL...Do not make the mistake of thinking your tank is ich-free if you did not either do hypo or leave the tank empty of fish for 6 weeks. Feeding the garlic and good foods only help make your fish "healthier" so they are able to fight off the parasite.....at the first sign of stress you will most likely see them again.....Just keep your water good, and keep up with the vitamins and such to keep your fish's immune system built up
meowzer
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Originally Posted by Manderz
http:///forum/post/3282382
Thanks so much meowzer, I was actually thinking about a cleaner shrimp already. I really appreciate all the advice.
Can corals and inverts make survive hypo?
N, from what I have read...they can not......and you are very welcome
http:///forum/post/3282382
Thanks so much meowzer, I was actually thinking about a cleaner shrimp already. I really appreciate all the advice.
Can corals and inverts make survive hypo?
N, from what I have read...they can not......and you are very welcome
jackri
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Thinking a cleaner shrimp will remove or cure ich is wishful thinking as well. Ich has to go host free for at least 6 week. Sometimes a fish's own health can fight it off but doesn't mean they are cured.
Fish can survive hypo -- thats it but ich doesn't affect inverts or corals.
Fish can survive hypo -- thats it but ich doesn't affect inverts or corals.
meowzer
Moderator
Originally Posted by jackri
http:///forum/post/3282398
Thinking a cleaner shrimp will remove or cure ich is wishful thinking as well. Ich has to go host free for at least 6 week. Sometimes a fish's own health can fight it off but doesn't mean they are cured.
Fish can survive hypo -- thats it but ich doesn't affect inverts or corals.
LOL...read post 13.....My suggestion was in place of a uv hahahaha...not a cure to ich....
http:///forum/post/3282398
Thinking a cleaner shrimp will remove or cure ich is wishful thinking as well. Ich has to go host free for at least 6 week. Sometimes a fish's own health can fight it off but doesn't mean they are cured.
Fish can survive hypo -- thats it but ich doesn't affect inverts or corals.
LOL...read post 13.....My suggestion was in place of a uv hahahaha...not a cure to ich....
jackri
Active Member
Originally Posted by meowzer
http:///forum/post/3282400
LOL...read post 13.....My suggestion was in place of a uv hahahaha...not a cure to ich....
Reread post 11 where it implies you suggest a cleaner shrimp replaces UV for getting rid of ich. Oh I forgot to LOL too
http:///forum/post/3282400
LOL...read post 13.....My suggestion was in place of a uv hahahaha...not a cure to ich....
Reread post 11 where it implies you suggest a cleaner shrimp replaces UV for getting rid of ich. Oh I forgot to LOL too
manderz
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Originally Posted by Bang Guy
http:///forum/post/3282403
I think paying off bills or saving the money for future bills would be more appropriate.
I wasn't asking for financial advice, but thanks. My fiancee and I are perfectly stable, and my disposable income is all that's taken a hit.
http:///forum/post/3282403
I think paying off bills or saving the money for future bills would be more appropriate.
I wasn't asking for financial advice, but thanks. My fiancee and I are perfectly stable, and my disposable income is all that's taken a hit.