Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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Chubb
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Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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Hello, I've been lurking and thought I should show you guys my tank and say hi. I have a 15 gallon metaframe tank with 4 dwarf puffers. I've had them for about 7 months now and really love them.
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Here's a video of one.
http://youtu.be/5h2xFkLGi7c[/youtube]
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

Post by sgtmyers88 »

This is fantastic. :) I first got into fishkeeping and grew up with Metaframes. They are getting harder and harder to find in the hobby.
Despite them being hated on for being super heavy I always loved the ones I had.

And nice DP habitat. :)
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Welcome to the forum, nice set up
It's amazing how easy maintenance is. If done regularly and thoroughly
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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[welcome]
Nice antique! Great aquascaping. :)
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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Beautiful planted tank mate
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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That is an awesome set up! Ive always wanted to find one complete with the hood/light fixture but usually only find the leaking tanks.
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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Hey chub. What type and power lights do you have and are you using co2?
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

Post by G S P Freak »

Very retro; I like it :D. Nice setup!
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Re: Dwarf puffers in a Metaframe

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Thanks everyone. Yeah I like the retro look of the metaframe tank and I made the stand for it from a kitchen table. I'm using two 20w GE daylight cfls and Flourish Excel. Started with two 26w bulbs but it was too much for not having co2.
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