MonsterFishKeepers.com http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/ Monster Fish Keepers Forum - The Fastest Growing, Largest, and Most Actively Visited Freshwater and Saltwater Online Community Dedicated to Rare, Exotic, and Predatory Fish. en Tue, 21 May 2013 06:23:52 GMT vBulletin 1 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png MonsterFishKeepers.com http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/ <![CDATA[Matt724's NEW Neolamprologus Multifasciatus 'Mbita' Tank Journal [LOAD WARNING]]]> http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540973-Matt724-s-NEW-Neolamprologus-Multifasciatus-Mbita-Tank-Journal-LOAD-WARNING&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 06:14:12 GMT So, after a 2 year hiatus from the fish keeping world, I've come back from my second year of college with a rejuvenated interest in the fish hobby. Knowing that I'd need to leave again in 4 months time, I decided to tackle a project that would not take much time to assemble or disassemble, and would be easy to ship my fish to Michigan so that I could continue to look over them in college now that I'm out of the dorms and my fraternity house. The goal of this build was to keep it cost effective as well as entertaining, so I went with my favorite shell dwelling cichlid: (Neo)lamprologus Multifasciatus. I had kept a colony before with much success before college, so I knew what I was getting into.

Tank Specifications:
- Standard 10 gallon glass aquarium
- 3D Background from www.designsbynature.net
- Marineland Stealth heater (Just found out they were recalled so may have to look for other options)
- TOM 45gph internal aquarium filter (I know it's underrated for this size tank, but I do frequent water changes and the sand & background make the tank volume just a little more than 6 gallons)
- Pool Filter Sand Substrate from Leslie's Pool Supplies
- 26 Whales Eye Shells purchased on eBay

Tank Stocking:
- 2 Males Neolamprologus Multifasciatus 'Mbita'
- 5 Female Neolamprologus Multifasciatus 'Mbita'

Tank Chemistry as of today:
- pH: ~7.6 (need to buy a better/more accurate kit)
- Ammonia: 0.0 ppm
- Nitrite: 0.0 ppm
- Nitrate: 0.0 ppm

1 hour timelapse video one day after I put them in the tank. Notice how skittish they are.
- EDIT: I can't post more than 1 video so here's a link to the video
2 hour timelapse video four days after I put them in the tank. Notice how much more active they are.


Cutting the background to size with a handsaw and sandpaper:

Acclimating the fish from a local breeder:

2 Males:

5 Females:

Other pictures:










Final notes:
- Haven't seen much digging of the substrate yet. Maybe it's a comfortability issue.
- Couldn't be happier with the stock. Received from: www.girlvirgo.com - Not sure if she's a member or not, but if she is shout out to you!
- Still looking to put together the money to invest in a new heater, better filter, and proper lighting.
- The fish haven't been eating as well as I thought. They don't really go for the high quality flake so maybe I'll go the store and pick up some frozen bloodworms.
- Will be on the lookout for fry! My last colony took 3 weeks to produce fry. Hopefully it won't take that long for these guys!

I hope you like my progress so far. It feels great getting back into the fishkeeping hobby! I will try to keep this journal updated as much as possible. ]]> African Rift Lake Cichlids Media Lounge Matt724 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540973-Matt724-s-NEW-Neolamprologus-Multifasciatus-Mbita-Tank-Journal-LOAD-WARNING my archer strutin his stuff http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540972-my-archer-strutin-his-stuff&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 05:30:18 GMT this is my best looking microlepsis, my chatareus is larger but camera shy. Attachment 915847 (http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=915847) Attachment 915849 (http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=915849) this is my best looking microlepsis, my chatareus is larger but camera shy.
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]]> General Brackish jonny5 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540972-my-archer-strutin-his-stuff FS 2ft cabinet,3ft tank set http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540971-2ft-cabinet-3ft-tank-set&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 05:27:18 GMT 2ft x 2ft x 2ft white cabinet = $50 condition 6/10,some skin drop off. 3ft x 1.5ft x 1.5ft N30 tankset plus rio pump and mr aqua top filter = $100 condition 9.5/10,try not to lower anymore,already selling below half price.will FOC table stand worth $130 if buyer need it.very new,just brought... 2ft x 2ft x 2ft white cabinet = $50
condition 6/10,some skin drop off.

3ft x 1.5ft x 1.5ft N30 tankset plus rio pump and mr aqua top filter = $100
condition 9.5/10,try not to lower anymore,already selling below half price.will FOC table stand worth $130 if buyer need it.very new,just brought not long.

4kg bio-home plus + 1kg CC = $100

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]]> Singapore Marketplace simoncym. http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540971-2ft-cabinet-3ft-tank-set FS Pbass nj http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540969-Pbass-nj&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 04:57:42 GMT Thinning out my stock I have a 10inch azul asking 300obo And a 10inch rio jari O asking $150 Text for mor pics or info 908-938-2451 Attachment 915844 (http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=915844) Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork... Thinning out my stock I have a 10inch azul asking 300obo
And a 10inch rio jari O asking $150
Text for mor pics or info
908-938-2451
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]]> North East LumpyFish19 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540969-Pbass-nj Why oh why do you have to fade my orange and green friend http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540968-Why-oh-why-do-you-have-to-fade-my-orange-and-green-friend&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 04:43:23 GMT I always feel sad looking at my juvie silver and his lovely green tint, orange between his scales and knowing hell grow up and be plain :( Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork (http://www.getmonsterapp.com/) app I always feel sad looking at my juvie silver and his lovely green tint, orange between his scales and knowing hell grow up and be plain :(


Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork app ]]> Arowanas zapantha http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540968-Why-oh-why-do-you-have-to-fade-my-orange-and-green-friend determining male or female http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540967-determining-male-or-female&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 04:42:39 GMT Click image for larger version.  Name: fishy.jpg  Views: 8  Size: 25.3 KB  ID: 915842


can anyone tell me if that's a male or female (bolivian ram cichlid)? the red on the bottom part of the back tale kinda makes me question whether it's male. might be too young to tell.
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]]> General Aquaria Discussion tittusc11 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540967-determining-male-or-female New best friends http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540966-New-best-friends&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 04:30:03 GMT I hope these guys get along.. 12" each. I didn't know which section to post this pic in.. I figure I post here since they're usually kept with aros



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]]> Arowana Media Lounge 5am http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540966-New-best-friends FS Emperor400s + big stump PU/Ship ironton oh 45638 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540965-Emperor400s-big-stump-PU-Ship-ironton-oh-45638&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 04:25:46 GMT Selling my 3 emperor 400 HOB filters. Bought new in November paid $80 a piece,asking $50 obo. Will ship. Stump is 5 feet long 2 feet tall n 2 feet wide approx. Still in the process of boiling n sinking. Too big for my tank will sell for $150obo no shipping PU only Attachment 915837... Selling my 3 emperor 400 HOB filters. Bought new in November paid $80 a piece,asking $50 obo. Will ship.

Stump is 5 feet long 2 feet tall n 2 feet wide approx. Still in the process of boiling n sinking. Too big for my tank will sell for $150obo no shipping PU only Attachment 915837


Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork app ]]> MFK Marketplace : Buy and Sell SePPii http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540965-Emperor400s-big-stump-PU-Ship-ironton-oh-45638 Blue arowana http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540964-Blue-arowana&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 04:09:38 GMT Can you all give me the general info on blue arows please. I looked them up online but the info is contradicting. The one i may get is 4-5 inches. 1. What is the average growth rate? 2. How long till 3 feet? 3. Average price? 4. What is the average length when full grown in an aquarium. Most... Can you all give me the general info on blue arows please. I looked them up online but the info is contradicting.
The one i may get is 4-5 inches.
1. What is the average growth rate?
2. How long till 3 feet?
3. Average price?
4. What is the average length when full grown in an aquarium. Most fish are smaller in aquariums then wild.
5. Tank mates


Sent from my iPod touch using MonsterAquariaNetwork app ]]> Arowanas oscar98 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540964-Blue-arowana peacock bass stressed http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540961-peacock-bass-stressed&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 03:47:18 GMT My 6" azul peacock bass is sressed what can i do please help


Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork app ]]> Cichla (Peacock Bass) Blackumbi http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540961-peacock-bass-stressed WTB 150g+tank SoCal 91340 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540960-150g-tank-SoCal-91340&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 03:45:23 GMT Hi everyone. I'm looking to buy a 150-180 gallon tank with or without stand, let me know what you have ]]> MFK Marketplace : Buy and Sell Iggypop http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540960-150g-tank-SoCal-91340 Please Help Identify Fluval FX5 Impeller Part http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540959-Please-Help-Identify-Fluval-FX5-Impeller-Part&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 03:40:07 GMT Hi

I purchased a used FX5 recently, it may need a new impeller and while checking prices
i noticed the impeller assembly's picture 2 components that i can't identify on my pump.
Please see pic attached and tell me what parts the red arrows are pointing at...

Thanks to all...

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]]> Setup and Filtration Kitumba http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540959-Please-Help-Identify-Fluval-FX5-Impeller-Part Green Terror and EBJD sexing http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540958-Green-Terror-and-EBJD-sexing&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 03:37:29 GMT If someone could sex either the GT, or EBJD from the photos I would appreciate it. Thank you. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I727 using MonsterAquariaNetwork App If someone could sex either the GT, or EBJD from the photos I would appreciate it.
Thank you.

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]]> Central and South American Cichlids BassetsForBrown http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540958-Green-Terror-and-EBJD-sexing FT FT pair L46 zebra pleco. SoCal area 91770 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540957-FT-pair-L46-zebra-pleco-SoCal-area-91770&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 03:30:15 GMT Looking to trade my 2x 2.5-3" L46 zebra (possible breeding pair) for 6" or bigger NGT, CT datnoid, or even 3"-5" L273 pleco. Must be equal trade. Only trade at this time. Text me for fast respond 6267593845


Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork app ]]> MFK Marketplace : Buy and Sell Geofroniac http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540957-FT-pair-L46-zebra-pleco-SoCal-area-91770 FS Everything in the picture! p/u m/u NNJ http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540955-Everything-in-the-picture!-p-u-m-u-NNJ&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 02:52:47 GMT So I have decided other than my FATF and my Atlantic tarpon the only other fish species I want to keep is goonch cats. I will need the tank space in my 90 for a smaller sized grow out until I can put money towards my custom goonch tank!
Don't be shy throw me a number! Within reason.

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]]> North East Estarego8 http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?540955-Everything-in-the-picture!-p-u-m-u-NNJ