Monday, November 21, 2011

2011-11-21

Fish look good.  Still concerned about Checkerboard Pigeon who remains timid and doesn't eat well, hanging out in the back.  But it shows no signs of weight loss.

Plants look pretty good.  Could be greener.  Swords don't look as good as in old tank.  Leaves are less green, thinner.  5 rotos from the one I introduced.  Moss on driftwood is killer!  Snails shells are breaking down.  pH only 6.8 so I guess its because not enough Ca.  Will start adding 2 caps comprehensive instead of one and add one of Fe.  Will need to check Fe tomorrow if time.  Would like to check volume of the large caps so I know exactly the volume being added.  Also added 1 1/2 caps K+, 1 cap (instead of 2) of Fe++, 1 cap Excel, 1 tsp baking soda.

Cleaned filter.  Didn't realize that I had charcoal in the filter.  Removed it.  Watch water clarity and plant health.

May need to clean reactor if flow seems inadequate.

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