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Lessons Learned "Quick Hits"
We are soliciting short lessons-learned from hobbyists: events that possibly left you sadder, but measurably wiser. Have a good one? Please send it to the . Here is a key insight from board member and master breeder Matt Lyon:
Keep Some Extra Mature Filter Media On Hand At All Times
This is a lesson that some hobbyists have learned multiple times the hard way. It’s a good idea to use filters with enough space for some extra filter media, be it sponge, bio balls, ceramic media, or another type. And it’s a good idea to use that space to store a little extra “mature” filter media at all times. You never know when you might need some mature media to set up a quarantine tank. You may get the occasional call from a newbie with “new tank syndrome”. There are lots of other routine and emergency reasons for keeping some surplus bacteria-laden filter media ready for action. And with a little careful planning, your filter media can be compatible among multiple sizes and types of filters. Aquaclear power filters are great for this. For example, 4” sponge cubes can be cut in half and used in just about any size Aquaclear power filter. The model 50 (formerly model 200) will hold one half of a 4” cube sponge. The model 70 (formerly model 300) will hold three half sponges and the model 100 (formerly model 500) will hold four half sponges. It’s also a good idea to use full 4” sponge cubes when possible, because it will allow you to quickly convert a cube into a traditional sponge filter for a fry or hospital tank.
Tune in next month for Matt's expert advice on selecting for color in Edonishiki spawns.