![]() So I used a more powerful filter than required and also a powerhead that drives the nitrate filter. This tetra, as well as the rubber-lipped pleco, both like fast-moving water. I *do* have very good water flow in my tank. Do you notice if yours have red gills when they get sick? ![]() The wasting seemed to be related to damaged gills. ![]() Now I put the supplement into two cups of tank water, wave my fingers near the surface (to keep them away) and then pour. In each case, the fish had gotten too close to the syringe. I noticed it happened after I'd added liquid carbon for the plants (Seachem's Flourish Excel). I did have two green fires "waste away" as yours did. They also panic when I turn off the tank light (it needs to be on all day for the live plants) but then I guess a lot of fish do that. Also, I have had a nitrate filter from the start, so my nitrate levels are always under 10 ppm and usually 0 ppm. I added the rubber-lipped pleco, the red cherry shrimp and the ghost shrimp so I could minimize the intrusive cleaning (and that has helped a lot). They don't mind water changes much, but they don't like the gravel vacuum or my hand in the tank for any reason. They seem more comfortable with it since I added the floating plants. They also *hate* to have the tank cleaned. Over time, they seem to grow accustomed to common sounds, but it takes a while. As soon as the sound went off, they leapt across the tank. I remember the first time the microwave timer went off (in the next room) while I was watching them. However, they're very sensitive to noise and vibration. I've heard green fires are hardy with regards to water conditions. They are very timid when their number drops below 7. Also, I know stores recommend getting 6 fish but I'd suggest at least 8. The best layout is fairly short (2-4 inch) planted plants with some floating cover they like to swim in the middle layer. Over time, I have made some changes to my tank and I've noticed some things work better than others. I have a single species tank plus a rubber-lipped pleco and some shrimp. Exact fish may vary in size and colour.Hi! I'm new to the board, and this post is a few months old, but I have had good luck with green fire tetras. The Green Fire Tetra will accept many small foods such as brine shrimp or daphnia, freeze dried bloodworms and tubifex, micro pellet food, and a high quality flake food. To avoid losing the fry, a separate "breeding tank" should be used, and the adults removed after spawning to prevent them from eating there offspring. This can happen frequently in an aquarium when large numbers of Green Fire Tetras are present. The female lays a relatively small number of eggs, which hatch in about 24 hours after fertilization. In the aquarium, the white tips on the dorsal, pelvic, and pectoral fins can identify the male. They require a steady slightly acidic pH and constant temperature. They are mid-level swimming fish so taller plants are ideal. In at least a 10-gallon aquarium, plants, rocks, and some driftwood should be used to give this species hiding places and security. This species does best in small groups of at least six or more. This species is a translucent green color with a black patch on the dorsal fin, and a red/orange underbelly. The Green Fire Tetra comes from the clear waters of South America.
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