Algae eater High pH

[Linus_Cello]

Yes, flash like lots of driftwood. My understanding is that they prefer primarily wood and vegetables (like zuchini and sweet potato). But apparently they like meaty food like shrimp to get in spawning condition. See: http://www.planetcatfish.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=28694&hilit=204

 

[zerojquan85]

I dont think Plecos are good algae eaters for Tanganyika Lakes...

 

[Muske]

I've got BN's and a L104 (also a L190, but that won't work long term in a 55) that do fine with my Tangs. I don't add buffers of any sort since I have fairly hard tap water. If you do add salts and or buffers, the snails would be a better choice.

 

[djm5222]

I've got BN's and a L104 (also a L190, but that won't work long term in a 55) that do fine with my Tangs. I don't add buffers of any sort since I have fairly hard tap water. If you do add salts and or buffers, the snails would be a better choice.

I think I'll go with the two plecos and some of the snails... Since I don't add anything like you and I also have hard tap water

 

[matubula]

I think I'll go with the two plecos and some of the snails... Since I don't add anything like you and I also have hard tap water

Which plec? The L204? Please provide a couple pieces of wood if you do.

 

[djm5222]

Which plec? The L204? Please provide a couple pieces of wood if you do.

Bristlenose Pleco and Flash Pleco, and I have a couple pieces of wood in there.

 

[djm5222]

UPDATE: (If anyone is still watching this thread) I have obtained 3 Rabbit Snails which are quite an awesome little snail. In the next couple weeks I will finally be able to get some other algae eaters for the tank