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by andre
Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:42 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Kuhli Loach Video
Replies: 9
Views: 5730

IMO that's the movement they do when the burrow in sand. Sink their body and leave the face out.

Probably a way to tell you "I need some soft sand please!" :wink:
by andre
Tue Aug 26, 2008 9:44 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Tank overheated....
Replies: 18
Views: 11632

Thanks Greenbaron I do feel better now :D.
by andre
Mon Aug 25, 2008 4:28 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Tank overheated....
Replies: 18
Views: 11632

my guys experienced a move back in 89, 5 hours in a cooler! they didn't eat for about a month but other than that I don't recall any ill effects... they've only had one move since then, and it was of much shorter duration. they really are hardy fish... yea, this heater is eheim's jager, supposed to...
by andre
Mon Aug 25, 2008 4:22 pm
Forum: Fish Health & Treatment
Topic: Loach not growing
Replies: 10
Views: 10230

Hi Nevenka, Siamese Algae Eaters (Crossocheilus siamensis) may help you with your algae problem. But check about the compatibility with all the species you have.

My daughter's tank had black algae and it worked for her.
by andre
Mon Aug 25, 2008 2:00 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Tank overheated....
Replies: 18
Views: 11632

greenbaron wrote:Glad your guys are hangin', probably due to their very good condition to start with...
Yep and if you had any ich anywhere in the tank it has been baked :mrgreen:
by andre
Mon Aug 25, 2008 1:54 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: First Post with pics (56k beware)
Replies: 27
Views: 17730

topline wrote:Andre - Thanks for the welcome. Have been in Australia now for 15 years. This is now home and I support the AUSSIES!!!
:roll: Oh well, at least you enjoyed the olympics.
by andre
Mon Aug 25, 2008 11:31 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: First Post with pics (56k beware)
Replies: 27
Views: 17730

Re: First Post with pics (56k beware)

I hail from South Africa and have been living in Perth for the last 12 years. Welkom Boet, you are not alone here. Lekker pics and I'm glad you joined the forum. Have a look at the OT forum as well as I need some support since people make fun of me but especially my biltong :evil: Andre PS: I hope ...
by andre
Fri Aug 22, 2008 3:12 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Rio de la Vega, Tarifa, Spain.
Replies: 18
Views: 14524

Very nice Matt!

Can't believe that fish can actually live in that environment.
by andre
Fri Aug 22, 2008 10:08 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: tankmates for Botia's ?
Replies: 8
Views: 6396

Welcome Chalamala, I would love to see some pictures of your present tank if possible!

After ten year your clowns must be massive!
by andre
Fri Aug 15, 2008 3:27 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Another loach spawned *update on young kubotai*
Replies: 75
Views: 68785

Mad Duff wrote: I have had a **** head on another forum question whether or not I am actually the first to breed them and he will reserve judgement until I can prove it :lol:
Send him to the OT, we'll take care of him :twisted:
by andre
Fri Aug 15, 2008 2:20 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Hybrid Clown Loach
Replies: 25
Views: 24966

Mutated or hibrids they need to be classified anyway. This would also be the best way to avoid them.
by andre
Thu Aug 14, 2008 12:48 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Another loach spawned *update on young kubotai*
Replies: 75
Views: 68785

Mark, YOU ARE A LEGEND!!!!!!
by andre
Tue Aug 12, 2008 3:21 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: New food for BIG loaches
Replies: 31
Views: 23789

Interesting thread!

I bought Hikari frozen krill months ago to give the fish some variety but it's still in the freezer. All fish seem to ignore it including the clowns.
by andre
Mon Aug 11, 2008 5:59 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: New food for BIG loaches
Replies: 31
Views: 23789

I looked for them at the LFS's but couldn't fine them :(
by andre
Thu Aug 07, 2008 2:50 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Yo-yo or Polka-dot?
Replies: 25
Views: 13627

Anyway, well spotted Tender!