New Tank Ideas

[bbboys]

I am transforming my preexisting 100 gallon corner tank into a tanganyikan tank. I am looking for ideas on how to design the interior. If anyone has any successful examples I would like to see them.

-Thanks

 

[mike dunagan]

for pictures the media area is best. On a tang tank, it depends on the type of tang. Some need more sand, some more rocks, some need more plants, and some shells.

 

[bbboys]

ok thanks

 

[Malawi Monster]

Creating a natural environment is always the best for whatever species you want to keep. I am a huge fan of sand bottoms and a combination of lace and texas holey rock. My main tank (150) has no plants but I do keep a few in my 60...just to be a little bit different...also....it must look good to your eyes too....good luck!

 

[bbboys]

that sounds good to me...i am following a similar rout...i have a sand bottom, mixed with crushed corral to buffer the pH...a rock pile...a shell bed...and one plant to act as coverage

 

[markoi]

To throw my two cents out, maybe you could also build or buy a 3d background with rocks. It would look really nice with the sand and rocks.

Also the fish could use some of the caves and crevices in the background for cover.

Win Win situation Or you could build your own background. I've read a few articles and there pretty good. Here are some i read:
http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/diy_aquarium_background.php
http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/diy_background.php

Good luck

 

[Mikehcfc]

as allready stated.Depends on what tangs you want to keep

 

[bbboys]

The tank got redone!!! Pics and info in the media lounge!!