Ideas on how to calm down an Aro???

[davo]

I think hanging out at the tank more will help. Blackwater may be a good idea, if you dont mind the tannings look. You can even make your own

 

[ethnics]

i never even knew about turning lights off til i found this site and i've been keeping fish for 12 years lol. see how much i learn on mfk? whata great site. but to be honest, i never had algea problems, never had fish problems that were obvious. no random deaths. no odd mishaps. i read it on here that its good to turn them on and off on a daily basis. still haven't gotten around to doing this.

spend time with ur aro and give it time is what i can really suggest.

 

[Gr8KarmaSF]

i read it on here that its good to turn them on and off on a daily basis. still haven't gotten around to doing this.

i actually just bought some timers for my lights yesterday!

 

[ethnics]

i actually just bought some timers for my lights yesterday!

which is what im doing nexxt month. im movin all my tanks to 1 room so i can set up a timer on 1 power plug which will have all my lights connected to.

 

[ospy]

cover back n sides with black paper. whats its tank mates? none of my aros are jumpy and i leave the lights on 24/7. prolly only turn them off for a entire day or two every other week. but some mgiht say dimmer lights or less light might clam them.

That isn't very good for the fish to leave the lights on all the time. Fish need a down time, for that matter, everyone needs a little down time DAILY. I recomend you try and turn the lights on after daylight occurs, and when you turn them off at night (this is important in some cases) leave a light in the room on for 10 - 15 minutes before you turn the room pitch black. 24/7 lighting is the wrong solution to a jumpy fish

 

[prophets]

Try getting a moonlight for night time, or if you have the time/experience make your own moon light. Use the small bright (hi-intesity) leds, string them or make small modules, depending on the size of your tank, you figure 6 for a 6 ft tank, spaced evenly.
Here's a link to help wire the leds if you decide to make your own moonlight.

 

[Red Devil]

Careful with your words, sunlight is not the only way to get algae. Florescent, compact florescent, LED, actinic, and even metal halide can produce plenty of algae.

Leaving your lights on may actually do more harm then good. Particularly if you have any nocturnal fish. Those that are diurnal will still have many problems, as they won't really rest much. It would be like having constant sunlight for humans. If you fish get scared when you turn your lights on, it is most likely due to a dramatic change in light level. Do you gradually turn on lights, to get them ready, such as a room light for the first 20 minutes, then one or two lights, then all of the tank lights. You should try this, because this will be more like a natural sunrise, with gradually increasing light intensity.

very good advice..room light first... half hour to an hour ..then the tank lights..

 

[dr_sudz]

Many have also suggested using almond leaves I believe that this is very simular to blackwater.

 

[meiling]

After using and testing out the Ketapang or Almond Tree Leaves, I swear by them. I make blackwater with the leaves, just like a big batch of tea, it makes the water amber colored but has an amazing effect on calming the fish. My fish are crazy over these things.

 

[Koji]

After using and testing out the Ketapang or Almond Tree Leaves, I swear by them. I make blackwater with the leaves, just like a big batch of tea, it makes the water amber colored but has an amazing effect on calming the fish. My fish are crazy over these things.

Yes...I'm using these leafs since day one. And they're indeed miracel leafs.