I now have a new puffer!
Not only did I start from scratch with the tank set-up- new rock, new plant, new gravel-, but I treated the water yesterday. Then today, I drove 45 mins each way to get Tetra SafeStart. (I called several places near here and they all had no idea what it is, and ONE said "Its Tetra Aquasafe". I said "No, its not. They are two different products. Guess you don't have it." I then had my water tested which checked out 0 across the board. I picked out a dwarf puffer and got some live blood worms, too. Currently, he's in the tank in the bag acclaimating.
I took pix. I'll upload some soon.
No name yet.. Current bids (from the kids) are: Squirt, Mort, Swimmy, Albert, Locker, Brock....
Oh and the woman at the store was there who said I should get 3 or 4.... she said the same today, adding that they like groups. I said, "but when they're bigger there won't be enough room in my 5 gallon and they won't be so friendly." Odd since she said that he would eat an oto. (Had to ask!)
They also apparently stock box fish- but they were out. I saw one online. They look really cool.
Oh- and the Safestart - you could SEE the clumps of bacteria- I'm guessing. The Cycle stuff was just clear.
Mr Green Hates his roomies!
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mrgreen
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
"Puffs puff cuz they're puffs cuz they puff cuz they're puffs. - Nathan age 12
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LilGreenPuffer
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Yay! Keep us posted on how things turn out!
"I will give you a talisman. Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test. Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself, if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him or her. Will she gain anything by it? Will it restore her to a control over her own life and destiny? In other words, will it lead to freedom for the hungry and spiritually starving millions? Then you will find your doubts and your self melt away."
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Come and visit http://www.thetriopsforum.com!
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NEED NITRIFYING BACTERIA FOR YOUR NEW TANK? PM ME!
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mrgreen
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
"Puffs puff cuz they're puffs cuz they puff cuz they're puffs. - Nathan age 12
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LilGreenPuffer
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Yay! And I love your new sig!
"I will give you a talisman. Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test. Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself, if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him or her. Will she gain anything by it? Will it restore her to a control over her own life and destiny? In other words, will it lead to freedom for the hungry and spiritually starving millions? Then you will find your doubts and your self melt away."
Found among the papers of Mohatma Gandhi
Come and visit http://www.thetriopsforum.com!
I AM A DUDETTE!
NEED NITRIFYING BACTERIA FOR YOUR NEW TANK? PM ME!
Found among the papers of Mohatma Gandhi
Come and visit http://www.thetriopsforum.com!
I AM A DUDETTE!
NEED NITRIFYING BACTERIA FOR YOUR NEW TANK? PM ME!
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Sponge bob
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
You have a 5g hex to.
Cute dp
Cute dp
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edmlfc1
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Glad you didn't give up. 
A DP is perfect for that tank. He/She's going to love it's new home.
A DP is perfect for that tank. He/She's going to love it's new home. Need to know what kind of puffer you have? Click on Puffer ID.....Puffer ID: ug.php/v/PufferPedia/
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mrgreen
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Thanks everybody. I'm glad I didn't give up either. Its a new set up which I like better and I got safestart so I'm happy. So many hidie holes, though, I might not see Squirt a lot. 
"Puffs puff cuz they're puffs cuz they puff cuz they're puffs. - Nathan age 12
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edmlfc1
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
I think someone has been bitten by the puffer bug. I've never seen it......but it does seem to sneak up on you.........then "BAM" you get bitten.
After that the side effects start......MTS (multiple tank syndrome)............After MTS set's in, you can forget it! It's hopeless!
You will have this disease for life.
I've never seen it......but it does seem to sneak up on you.........then "BAM" you get bitten. After that the side effects start......MTS (multiple tank syndrome)............After MTS set's in, you can forget it! It's hopeless!
You will have this disease for life.Need to know what kind of puffer you have? Click on Puffer ID.....Puffer ID: ug.php/v/PufferPedia/
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mrgreen
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
lol
"Puffs puff cuz they're puffs cuz they puff cuz they're puffs. - Nathan age 12
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yunachin
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
I'm sorry about Mr. Green. I do like the new set up and the new puffer!
E.Ridgeway
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LilGreenPuffer
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RIP James Bond. - Location (country): United States
- Location: Kentucky
Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
You'll see him! He'll pop out to beg for food every time you walk into the room! Don't give in to those pleading eyes...mrgreen wrote:Thanks everybody. I'm glad I didn't give up either. Its a new set up which I like better and I got safestart so I'm happy. So many hidie holes, though, I might not see Squirt a lot.
"I will give you a talisman. Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test. Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself, if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him or her. Will she gain anything by it? Will it restore her to a control over her own life and destiny? In other words, will it lead to freedom for the hungry and spiritually starving millions? Then you will find your doubts and your self melt away."
Found among the papers of Mohatma Gandhi
Come and visit http://www.thetriopsforum.com!
I AM A DUDETTE!
NEED NITRIFYING BACTERIA FOR YOUR NEW TANK? PM ME!
Found among the papers of Mohatma Gandhi
Come and visit http://www.thetriopsforum.com!
I AM A DUDETTE!
NEED NITRIFYING BACTERIA FOR YOUR NEW TANK? PM ME!
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lilacamy931
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
He is adorable and the tank looks great, congrats on your new baby!
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mrgreen
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Is it possible to tell if its male or female yet? Its not very big, so still young.
I'm babysitting for my sister right now, but when I get home I'm going to feed him for the first time. One or two bloodworms be okay?
I'm babysitting for my sister right now, but when I get home I'm going to feed him for the first time. One or two bloodworms be okay?
"Puffs puff cuz they're puffs cuz they puff cuz they're puffs. - Nathan age 12
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edmlfc1
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Start looking for a line right down the middle of the tummy and yellow circles around the eyes. If you see this you have a male. If you don't you have a female. If it's still young these things may not show up yet. And yes it's ok to feed him/her a few bloodworms.
I think Myaj posted a picture showing the difference. I'll try to find it.
I think Myaj posted a picture showing the difference. I'll try to find it.
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edmlfc1
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Re: Mr Green Hates his roomies!
Here's one: viewtopic.php?f=38&t=12055
Found the pictures they were in the library:
library/puffers-in-focus/sexing-carinot ... rf-puffer/
If you click on the picture it will make it larger and easier to see.
Found the pictures they were in the library:
library/puffers-in-focus/sexing-carinot ... rf-puffer/
If you click on the picture it will make it larger and easier to see.
Need to know what kind of puffer you have? Click on Puffer ID.....Puffer ID: ug.php/v/PufferPedia/
What to feed your puffer? Click on Feeding......
Feeding: library/feeding/feeding-your-puffers/
Have a GSP, need more information......Click on GSP Article.....
GSP Article: library/puffers-in-focus/an-introductio ... d-puffers/
What to feed your puffer? Click on Feeding......
Feeding: library/feeding/feeding-your-puffers/
Have a GSP, need more information......Click on GSP Article.....
GSP Article: library/puffers-in-focus/an-introductio ... d-puffers/