Plastic totes

[Gman9272]

Hi everyone, I was wondering if it is possible and a good idea to use a clear plastic storage bin to house fry in. I am thinking bare bottom sponge filter for filtration and a heater. Can this be done safely. I guess my real apprehension is with the heater near the plastic

 

[Rocksor]

Use the tough tote from Home Depot, much thicker. The suction cups will prevent the heater from touching the tote.

 

[FreshyFresh]

How big of a tote? Most of them will do OK in fish service. I'd use mag-clips for heaters on them. I never have long term luck with suction cups, especially on plastic.

 

[Gman9272]

I’m not sure on size I have a few weeks to figure that out (the fry just hatched yesterday) maybe a 20-30 gallon size. Are the tough totes see through?

 

[Rocksor]

I’m not sure on size I have a few weeks to figure that out (the fry just hatched yesterday) maybe a 20-30 gallon size. Are the tough totes see through?

No, they are jet black ($12 for 30g). Even with the opaque see through totes, you may have a hard time looking at the fry from the side.

 

[duanes]

You can place, or suction cup the heater on a ceramic floor tile, like the one below.
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[Gman9272]

duanes that is a great idea! Rocksor thank you guys so much I will give it a shot now I need to buy a sponge filter to seed lol

 

[Gman9272]

At what size do you guys recommend pulling the fry. The last time I had fry I left them in the tank (they were raised by the male. I lost the female due to parasites) and I had 3 make it.

 

[fishguy1978]

Check out this idea from a breeder in Washington state. He breeds angels, rams, and plecos among other things. The downside to black or clear is the inability to see the fry or any other fish that might be in the tote. I have a couple blue totes that I prefer for temp holding facilities.

 

[Gman9272]

It’s a great idea but I don’t think I am set up to do anything like that plus. I’m not the best at outside the box thinking