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Lovely tank.
I hate to be a tick but your tank is set up for disaster. Right now your tank may be fine. But those Black Ghost I would suggest removing. Also Bala sharks WILL outgrow that tank unless stunted which will happen if you keep them in your tank. That goldfish is coldwater and the majority of your fish are warm water. And those 4 chinese algae eaters will get very aggressive when they reach their adult size. Most stories I read say just 1 is really bad. And Red Belly Pacus get big. Really big. Not sure about the shovel nose though.
But other wise your tank is really nice.![]()
Lovely tank.
I hate to be a tick but your tank is set up for disaster. Right now your tank may be fine. But those Black Ghost I would suggest removing. Also Bala sharks WILL outgrow that tank unless stunted which will happen if you keep them in your tank. That goldfish is coldwater and the majority of your fish are warm water. And those 4 chinese algae eaters will get very aggressive when they reach their adult size. Most stories I read say just 1 is really bad. And Red Belly Pacus get big. Really big. Not sure about the shovel nose though.
But other wise your tank is really nice.![]()
I know it's more than a bit mixed but we've had very good luck with our setups for quite awhile now. I know Jinxy (the goldfish) is sorely out of place but she is the sentimental favourite of my wife and kids (she's survived from previous tanks) so I'm stuck with her until she moves on.
The pacu was a rescue from a moving neighbor and I well know he's growing fast (those boys can eat!) but he's due for a new home before Thanksgiving so we're all good there. The algae eaters are on the same schedule as the pacu - we usually hold onto them until they get too bossy and then we take them to a LFS for credit.
The BGK's have been rockin' for over a year though so unless we see some unsocial behaviour from 'em I'll keep them in (watching them hunt when the moonlight comes on in the tank is fascinating). As far as the sharks go, we're playing them by ear for now. I know they'll eventually get too big but with us removing some of the others in the near future they should be ok for a bit yet.
No worries on your comments - they are much appreciated! I know we have a strange setup but for whatever reason it all has synched up nicely and we've been stable for a long time. This forum is a great resource though so when we look to go bigger and better will check back here as well.![]()
Thanks again for taking the time to post!
Glad to know that you know what your doing then. But the Black Ghost's will also get big. Some say one is enough for a 55 gallon, and others say a 55 is to small for one. 2 may be more of a problem later on.
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Very nice tank u have.
Not bad at all. Id be seriously considering rehoming that Pacu before it gets to the size no one will take it. They tbh are a fish that shouldn't be in the trade as its unusual to find anyone capable of homing one properly. Even local Aquaria are stopping taking them as they are a serious tank buster fish.
Not bad at all. Id be seriously considering rehoming that Pacu before it gets to the size no one will take it. They tbh are a fish that shouldn't be in the trade as its unusual to find anyone capable of homing one properly. Even local Aquaria are stopping taking them as they are a serious tank buster fish.
Not bad at all. Id be seriously considering rehoming that Pacu before it gets to the size no one will take it. They tbh are a fish that shouldn't be in the trade as its unusual to find anyone capable of homing one properly. Even local Aquaria are stopping taking them as they are a serious tank buster fish.
Quick update - I decided not to wait and the pacu was re-homed as of this morning.![]()
He wasn't too happy about leaving but all good now!
your tank looks great, love your pics
its good that you can come here and take the time to listen what people have to say - so many people ask for opinions and then argue back if something is pointed out! its great that you are taking in what is said
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