Ric's Rena

[Ric]

So now the guppies and endler population can grow again. Hopefully, refreshed and healthy.

[Gingerlove05]

Looking good Ric
Just remember to keep an eye on the guppies/mollies/endlers as they can all cross breed (poecilia species)
Also glad to hear the pearl seems to be doing better, hopefully she will recover fully

[Ric]

Thanks.

I know about guppy/endler crosses (and also platy/swordtail). Have never seen a molly/guppy cross, though. If that happens, that would be 'interesting'..

[Ric]

This is not from my tank but from a visit to Kew Gardens. The Princess of Wales Conservatory has a number of tanks, as well as a tropical pond with viewing windows on the side.

[Ric]

Tropical Pond:

[Ric]

..and my tank is getting closer to my beloved jungle look:

[Ruth]

Lovely photos, but I actually think your own tank is nicer! Is that a Siamese algae eater in there?

[Ric]

Ah, thank you very much, @Ruth. Yes, it is a SAE. I rehomed a pair of kribs in exchange for that one and an albino cory. Did not realise quite how big the SAE already was. S/he is in there with two ''Netted Algae Eaters'' and they hang out together, sometimes squabble/chase, then all feed together in the same spot. Nice to see the interactions.

[Ruth]

I’ve 3 of them, but they are about three quarters that size. They are interesting to watch!

[Tycho]

Tonight's dinner in the making:

daphnia (being defrosted) & veggie skewers:

Sorry only just catching up with this thread... really like the idea of veggie skewers! Do you just dunk them in boiling water for a min or so?