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T/A Mega Fish Posts: 942 Kudos: 1796 Registered: 20-Feb-2004	I decided on getting some Otos for my Cory tank. Currently I have 6 Peppered Cories in this 10 gallon tank. The tank has been fully set up for almost 5 months. How many Otos can I add to this tank?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
greenmonkey51 Fish Master Posts: 1571 Kudos: 1692 Votes: 5 Registered: 28-Jan-2004	i dont think you could keep any in their. as with 6 cories its overstocked already or real close. and the ottos are sensitive to water conditions
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
Calilasseia Ultimate Fish Guru Panda Funster Posts: 5496 Kudos: 2828 Votes: 731 Registered: 10-Feb-2003	Hmm. What are the dimensions of this 10 gal tank? Only I keep thinking 10 Gal UK, which is pretty substantial - but US gallons are somewhat smaller Panda Catfish fan and keeper/breeder since Christmas 2002
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
Theresa_M Moderator Queen of Zoom Posts: 3649 Kudos: 4280 Votes: 790 Registered: 04-Jan-2004	If it's a 10g US then no, that's definitely pushing it. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ There is water at the bottom of the ocean
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
T/A Mega Fish Posts: 942 Kudos: 1796 Registered: 20-Feb-2004	Seriously? Even going by 1 inch per square foot, I have about 4.5" left. Why wouldn't 2 Ottos fit in there? I understand they are a little sensitive, but this tank is completely cycled so that shouldn't be a problem. Dimensions are 20" x 10" x 12", just a standard US 10 gallon. [span class="edited"][Edited by T/A 2004-07-14 14:30][/span]
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
greenmonkey51 Fish Master Posts: 1571 Kudos: 1692 Votes: 5 Registered: 28-Jan-2004	even though its cycled. if one little thing goes wrong. the tank would crash.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
T/A Mega Fish Posts: 942 Kudos: 1796 Registered: 20-Feb-2004	I agree, but that's true with any small tank, not just this one. I saw you started a thread about people just wanting algae eaters when they really don't need them. I have tried cleaning the sides of my tanks, it really didn't work to well. If I had the time to spend on just scrubbing the sides of my tank I would do it. The way I've tried, takes too long. Do you have any suggestions as to how I can quickly remove the algae?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
greenmonkey51 Fish Master Posts: 1571 Kudos: 1692 Votes: 5 Registered: 28-Jan-2004	you might want to try snails. but you might just have to do it
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
T/A Mega Fish Posts: 942 Kudos: 1796 Registered: 20-Feb-2004	Is there an easier way to manually remove the algae? I have tried using a scrubbing pad tool that came with an aquarium cleaning kit, but there has to be an easier way. Any help would be great.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
greenmonkey51 Fish Master Posts: 1571 Kudos: 1692 Votes: 5 Registered: 28-Jan-2004	there is this never used it but want to http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=4083&Ne=40000&R=2856&N=2004+113159
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
poisonwaffle Mega Fish Posts: 1397 Kudos: 591 Registered: 11-Feb-2003	Magnetic algae scrapers work great
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
T/A Mega Fish Posts: 942 Kudos: 1796 Registered: 20-Feb-2004	I was thinking about buying one of those, but I remember someone warning about the magnet pulling sand up and scratching the tank. I really doubt that could happen, but you never know. I guess I would just have to be real careful when I get to the bottom of the tank. For that price, it's worth a try. Heck, 2 Ottos would cost that much.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
poisonwaffle Mega Fish Posts: 1397 Kudos: 591 Registered: 11-Feb-2003	I wasn't careful and scratched my tank... It's not a problem if you move it really slowly near the bottom and don't dig around in the substrate
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
littlemousling Conchiform Posts: 5230 Registered: 23-Aug-2003	For tough stuff, a razor blade or a credit card are better bets than a magnetic thing, much as I like those - and all three are more likely to work than otos, who prefer softer algae. -Molly Visit shelldwellers.com!
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
Anti Fishman Banned Posts: 478 Kudos: 402 Votes: 0 Registered: 11-Apr-2004	Otos are good for cleaning silk plants and decorations. I have a mag float and it works great. I also think the credit card works good too.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 12:04
Calilasseia Ultimate Fish Guru Panda Funster Posts: 5496 Kudos: 2828 Votes: 731 Registered: 10-Feb-2003	Try nylon pan scourers. But DON'T get one with soap infused in it whatever you do! I use these sponge things from the supermarket with these wiry nylon pads attached. They remove algae a treat from the front glass of an aquarium, and they're soft enough not to scratch the glass. Panda Catfish fan and keeper/breeder since Christmas 2002
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