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MarkX Small Fry Posts: 2 Kudos: 2 Votes: 0 Registered: 14-Feb-2005	Hi There I have just performed a water change and changed the white flossy filter bit I put the filter back together and jiggled the flow outlet - This has now made the water really break the surface Are there any thoughts as to how strong this flow should be The fish seem to be happy playing in the flow Would too strong a flow be dangerous to them or will they just stay away from it Any views would be great ta MarkX
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:55
Fallout Moderator Communications Specialist Posts: 6416 Kudos: 4053 Votes: 742 Registered: 29-Jul-2000	Water breaking the surface is what you want for the best possible gas exchange between your aquarium and the atmosphere. Most fish don't mind some current, but others require it be slow for either breeding purposes or due to the fact that they're not designed for high flow. I'd just have a little bit of a hideout where the current is less so the fish can rest if need be. Welcome to fishprofiles
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:55
terranova Fish Master Posts: 1984 Kudos: 1889 Votes: 229 Registered: 09-Jul-2003	MarkX: Welcome to FishProfiles Glad too see you've found us. Surface agitation increases oxygen exchange, which is good for your shishies. The amount of current you should have in your tank depends on what fish you're keeping though, and what size tank. So...what fish do you have? And in what size tank? I'm sure you prolly don't have TOO much current. [hr width='40%'][font color="#000080"]"I know that you are something special, To you I'd be always faithful I want to be what you always needed, Then I hope you'll see the heart in me"[/font] -Formerly known as the Ferretfish
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:55


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