Why do people write “Pl*co” and not “Pleco”?
There is a myth that if you write the word “pleco” it will die. Hasn’t hurt mine yet! What is “cycling”? It is the process of maturing a tank so that it is safe for the fish. Every new tank owner needs to go through this. I’ve written a beginners’ guide to setting up and maturing your first tank which explains it. Should I add salt to my freshwater tank? That primarily depends on what fish you have – some need salt, some hate it, many may benefit from a little. Here is a short thread which outlines the basic pros and cons. How much should I feed my fish? A few rules of thumb: Your fish’s stomach will be roughly the size of its eye; this should help you envisage how much it can hold. Also, a hungry, keen fish is preferred to a fat sluggish one! So it is better to underfeed than overfeed. Frequency is up to you; if you prefer to feed in small amounts twice a day that is fine – however once a day with a few days a week without food should also be fine. Whatever you choose, make sure you o
