Bored...Need something new

[charles-n-charge]

Batrachomoeus trispinosus, aka Freshwater lion fish, freshwater toadfish.

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Yep.

Want to point out one thing though...
They are NOT freshwater fish!!! They are Brackish or Saltwater fish that can only live in freshwater for short periods of time (just long enough to be sold to you and die within weeks). A Specific gravity of 1.020 - 1.024 will suit this species. Grows to a foot in length. Known for making a 'croaking' sound that can be heard well away from the aquarium.

 

[Ambervikings91]

go either salt water or native fish!

 

[Pigeonblood]

That's dope

Thanks!

Where do you get these rocks from, I see people's aquarium with big beautiful rocks and wonder were they got them.

I got them from my backyard creek haha

I've been getting quite a few off Craigslist using search for rocks, landscape materials, edging, moss and mossy. The last two can net you some awesome rocks with moss, mostly because someone lists it as moss covered flagstone or something fancy. There's a half pallet for $50 on the local CL right now, store price would be $200+ for that. Otherwise you can search your local streams, lakes, and rivers I guess.

streams, lakes, rivers is where landscaping companies get their material from, so cut out the middle man and get it for free!


If you guys were wondering about the stones in the tank, I got them from my backyard creek. I also found the piece of driftwood in the creek as well. I would never pay for stones to put in a tank, just take a look in your local creek/river bottom and you will be amazed at what you find.

 

[fishmanbob87]

build a paludarium.. not only would the build be interesting but you could keep fish, reptiles, plants... my brother even keeps finches in his. lots of options there

 

[Fat Homer]

build a paludarium.. not only would the build be interesting but you could keep fish, reptiles, plants... my brother even keeps finches in his. lots of options there

Got any pictures of your bros paludarium? Sounds interesting... Never really seen one with birds...


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