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    72-75 Bowfront or?

    Thanks so much for you opinion. I think I am going to go with a standard 75 gallon....but the all glass are hard to find in Massachusetts. Will a FX 4 but a good filter for this? I am split between a Fluval FX4 or a Oase BioMaster 600 Thermo. I have owned many Fluvals and they all have been...
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    72-75 Bowfront or?

    Hello, I am looking for a 72-75 gallon bowfront. I like the look. Was wondering if anyone had experiences with them leaking vs. rectangular tanks? Also, they are hard to find. I did find a used Aqueon 72 bowfront with pine stand for $300. Kind of hesitant buying used but might pull the trigger...
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    African Cichlid recommendations

    My wife raises Diamondback Terrapins every year (she has a Masters degree in Biology) and releases them into them into the wild after they reach a decent size. She is a biology teacher and has a permit and all turtles are tagged and tracked for the 1st year. Success rate on these baby turtles is...
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    African Cichlid recommendations

    Hello Everyone, I have a few questions that maybe someone can help me with. I have a 45 gallon tank (36Lx12.5x29H) and I want to stock it with African Cichlids. Here are my question 1) Is it best to avoid male Cichlids and just have females ( I have no intent of breeding) 2) How many African...
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    Venturi, airstones or both??

    What depth would be a well "positioned outlet" Also, as I stated above, I want to stock the tank with African Cichlids but not sure what species to get. The tank if fairly tall (29"H) and I want the fish to inhabit all levels of the tank. I know most Africans like the bottom third so what...
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    Hello

    Hello Everyone. I am Aaron from Plymouth, Ma. Just wanted introduce myself as I am new to the forum. Its been awhile since I had a aquarium but just started to build a 45 gallon (36Wx12.5Dx28H) and will be looking for advice along the way! No fish yet as I am still about a week away from having...
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    Venturi, airstones or both??

    Hello, I am building a new 45 gallon aquarium. I am going to the the Fluval U4 for filtration and it has the option for venturi for oxygenation. Should I use the venturi or go with a traditional air-pump and airstone, or use both? Does using the venturi create additional noise? Also, one the...
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