Advice on setting up a quarantine tub for a 6” fish for two months.

[Louis]

This is very true, here is a link to the information: http://www.seachem.com/support/FAQs/Cupramine.html#faq2

In summary: No prime, no Paraguard, no Formalin. It is better to use copper as the only medication. Remeber you can always FW dip fish for immediate relief of surface parasites. Make sure the water is dechlorinated if using tap and that PH and temperature are the same as your QT's water parameters before doing this.

Also, your hydrosponges are on their way and should be here in the next few days. They are excellent sources of biological filtration and are perfect for QT tanks. I have several II's, III's, IV's, and V's in both the regular and course (Pro) models. For heavier bio-loads I recommend using the Pro series as they do not clog up as easily as the regular sponges.

Hydrosponge Ratings:
II : 15-20 gal
III: 20-30 gal
IV: 30-55 gal
V: 55-100 gal

Any air pump can be used to power the sponge filters so long as they are rated for your size (height) aquarium.

I'll post back when the filters land.

Louis

[alton]

Well he/she took the freshwater bath very well. Thanks to all who borrowed or gave me something to help make this adventure easier. The only thing that surprised me was the temperature of the tank water so I added a heater and when the suction cups would not hold I remembered that Karin had given me a magentic holder setup and it fit and held the heater perfectly.
And Louis remember one of my sponges goes to Lorraine so you better hurry up and get them in!

[Louis]

Aye Aye Sir!

[BSJF]

glad to see the transfer went well. don't forget to have some spare saltwater on hand in case of an emergency.

[alton]

Thanks for the advice. I have 10 gallons made up
looks like ph is a little low. Can i buffer the top off water since i am using ro.di?

[hobogato]

alright, dont you think it is about time for a picture or two alton

[alton]

Okay he is a little camera shy plus I was using my phone camera

[Scream311]

oh NICE ! you know you could have just asked me to Fish Sit that Beautiful Magnifecent Creature

[alton]

As much time and money that I am sticking into him/her next time I might take you up on that offer