OK, he's only 19 months old but he completely trashed 2 dining chairs by overturning a pot of violet-colored easter egg paint onto the cream-colored chairs. The chairs are upholstered without a cover and now have large splatter stains across the seating surfaces. Can anyone recommend any method or product with which to clean them?
Son was painting easter eggs and stained cream-colored upholstered chair. How to clean?
Stain Removal Step 1.
Get to the stain as quickly as possible.
Stain Removal Step 2.
Mix 1/2 tsp. of dishwashing liquid with 1/2 cups of lukewarm water. Do not use automatic dishwasher liquid or laundry detergent.
Stain Removal Step 3.
Rub the detergent solution into the stained portion of the fabric. Work it in gently using a clean white cloth.
Stain Removal Step 4.
Continue blotting up the stain as long as it will transfer to the white cloth.
Stain Removal Step 5.
Repeat with detergent solution and be patient.
Stain Removal Step 6.
For last ditch efforts test ammonia (1 tablespoon mixed with 1 cup of water) in a hidden spot. Ammonia is notorious for changing carpet color, so use with caution.
Stain Removal Step 7.
If there is no color change on the test spot, try sponging the egg dye stained area with the ammonia solution.
Stain Removal Step 8.
If the stain still remains, or ammonia is not an option, try a carpet spot stain remover.
Stain Removal Step 9.
Rinse the area thoroughly with cold water.
Reply:do you have baby wipes? believe it or not I have used
baby wipes on carpet and on upholstery and it works
wonders.
Reply:peroxide!
you are lucky they are beige! peroxide wouldn't fix it if they were a darker color, but you can pour on the peroxide and blot it with paper towels and most likely get it all off now!
Reply:Check on the tin as to what type of paint. If it says waterproof try methylated spirits on a small area of the cloth b4 you clean. Dab and pat dry as you go once you have done the test. Hopefully lifting off the paint as you go. Try ringing the manufactors as asking for thier advice. You may think you sound thick but you won't be the first to ask. Manufactures use solvents to clean their machines when they change production of colour so they have to use something. Ask for the Research and developement manager if you are getting now where with your first contact.
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Monday, February 13, 2012
Are my new fish ok together in a 10 gallon tank?
I have a new 10 gallon set up. I have 1 male betta, 1 dragon fish (violet golby or dragon eel). 2 blue gaurami, and a afrcan frog. Are they ok together they seem to be doing great. I put a little tank salt in there for the dragon. Are the other fish ok with a lil salt? Please help Im new to this but I am really excited and love my fish.
Are my new fish ok together in a 10 gallon tank?
I agree with Craig here. Also it is never a good idea to keep gouramis and bettas together as they are both in the same grouping being that of labyrinth fish and they compete with each other. Also blue gouramis get quite aggressive and they do get pretty large at an adult size of 4 inches. Again the goby will get very large and is a brackish fish so I would really reevalute your situation here and return some of these fish, in fact I would return everything but the betta for now, untill you have had a chance to do more required research on the fish that you wish to keep.
Here is a wonderful place to learn more about fish and the hobby and to ask other questions you may have:
http://www.fishlesscycling.com
Reply:Woah no way!! the violet goby get 15 inches long the gouramis will get 4inches long right there you are already way over crowded. Those fish will not be able to live out their full life span in a 10 gallon tank. Besides that a brand new tank that hasnt even gone through the nitrogen cycle ill take a safe bet and wont think they will live very long. To add to it the violet goby is a brackish water fish , where the other fish are not. The violet alone needs at least a 55 gallon tank. Those fish are not compatible especially not in a new tank and not in the size tank you have.
You have fish that get way to large and have different specific needs as far as salinity and compaibility. Sorry to say but either those fish need to brought back or you have a few new tanks that need to be setup. if you even want a slight chance of all of their survival.
Reply:eat them before they eat eachother
Are my new fish ok together in a 10 gallon tank?
I agree with Craig here. Also it is never a good idea to keep gouramis and bettas together as they are both in the same grouping being that of labyrinth fish and they compete with each other. Also blue gouramis get quite aggressive and they do get pretty large at an adult size of 4 inches. Again the goby will get very large and is a brackish fish so I would really reevalute your situation here and return some of these fish, in fact I would return everything but the betta for now, untill you have had a chance to do more required research on the fish that you wish to keep.
Here is a wonderful place to learn more about fish and the hobby and to ask other questions you may have:
http://www.fishlesscycling.com
Reply:Woah no way!! the violet goby get 15 inches long the gouramis will get 4inches long right there you are already way over crowded. Those fish will not be able to live out their full life span in a 10 gallon tank. Besides that a brand new tank that hasnt even gone through the nitrogen cycle ill take a safe bet and wont think they will live very long. To add to it the violet goby is a brackish water fish , where the other fish are not. The violet alone needs at least a 55 gallon tank. Those fish are not compatible especially not in a new tank and not in the size tank you have.
You have fish that get way to large and have different specific needs as far as salinity and compaibility. Sorry to say but either those fish need to brought back or you have a few new tanks that need to be setup. if you even want a slight chance of all of their survival.
Reply:eat them before they eat eachother
Which of the following statements pertaining to color is most accurate?
A. Violet tends to suggest royalty or majestic splendor?
B. Making colors lighter or darker doesn't alter their overall emotional effect?
C. Green most often signifies warmth, festivity, and autumn?
D. An artist who allows personal experience to affect his or her color choices is still in the "beginner" phase?
Which of the following statements pertaining to color is most accurate?
All them them could be considered a little true in certain contexts, except maybe D (although some, not including myself might argue that an artist informed by nothing but personal experience is still a beginner...)
Still, B is probably not correct in most contexts, since making colors different in any way changes how they "feel"... As for A and C, the first is obviously considered more "accurate" from our cultural perspective, but I'm sure you can at least imagine another culture in which C is instead more "accurate"... the real question becomes whether these values we apply to color are inherent in human nature or not. Personally, I think not... but that's a matter of debate.
Reply:A. is most correct.
Reply:a
Reply:The answer is "A".
Reply:a
Reply:easy, A
Reply:d
B. Making colors lighter or darker doesn't alter their overall emotional effect?
C. Green most often signifies warmth, festivity, and autumn?
D. An artist who allows personal experience to affect his or her color choices is still in the "beginner" phase?
Which of the following statements pertaining to color is most accurate?
All them them could be considered a little true in certain contexts, except maybe D (although some, not including myself might argue that an artist informed by nothing but personal experience is still a beginner...)
Still, B is probably not correct in most contexts, since making colors different in any way changes how they "feel"... As for A and C, the first is obviously considered more "accurate" from our cultural perspective, but I'm sure you can at least imagine another culture in which C is instead more "accurate"... the real question becomes whether these values we apply to color are inherent in human nature or not. Personally, I think not... but that's a matter of debate.
Reply:A. is most correct.
Reply:a
Reply:The answer is "A".
Reply:a
Reply:easy, A
Reply:d
What is the name of this tropical freshwater fish?
Ok the fish kind of looked like a Bala Shark. However, it had a transparent (you could see through it somewhat) look to it and had a somewhat of a violet color to it. I had it in a fish tank full of goldfish, it lived quite long and it got big but it died when it jumped and injured itself.
What is the name of this tropical freshwater fish?
Was it a Chalceus (Chalceus macrolepidotus)? http://www.labcon.com.br/versoes/espanho...
Reply:i am very srry.
i looked around on google and everything and could not find a fish.
hope someone else can help you out.
sorry.
good luck!!!
Reply:it may have been a rainbow or albino rainbow shark.
Reply:Here's some information on Bala sharks-
The Bala shark, Balantiocheilos melanopterus, also known as the tricolor shark, silver shark, or shark minnow, is a fish species of the family Cyprinidae, and has long been considered the sole member of the genus Balantiocheilos. This species is not a true shark, but is commonly called a "shark" because of its torpedo-shaped body and large fins.
Distribution
The Bala shark occurs in the Mekong and Chao Phraya River basins, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo.The Bala shark will grow to a max. length of 15 inches but take a long time to do so.
Appearance and anatomy
These fish have a silver body with black margins on their dorsal, caudal, anal, and pelvic fins. These fish can reach 35 centimetres (15 in).
Habitat and ecology
Bala sharks are found in midwater depths in large and medium-sized rivers and lakes. They feed on phytoplankton, but mostly on small crustaceans, rotifers, and insects and their larvae.
Bala sharks are popular aquarium fish.Despite the common name "shark", these fish are generally peaceful and good companions to many other types of tropical fish. However, the Bala shark is an omnivore and will eat other animals if they're small enough to fit in their mouths (including other smaller fish, and shrimp). Shrimp (ghost shrimp, krill, etc.) should have adequate hiding places to keep them from getting eaten. Bala sharks are widely available in most pet stores, but these fish may grow to a size too large for the home aquarium.
They're hardy fish that will tolerate temperature changes, pH changes, and other factors to which other fish may be sensitive. The water pH should be 6.0–8.0. The preferable water hardness for this species is soft to medium (5.0–12.0 dGH). Water temperature should be kept between 22–28°C (72–82°F).[2] The Bala shark prefers be kept in groups of five or more specimens (although they can survive alone).[2] These fish require a covered aquarium as they are skilled jumpers.
Very young Bala sharks are sometimes kept in small aquaria. However, given their adult size, schooling behavior, and swimming speed, the fish quickly grow to need much more room. Hobbyists continue to debate over acceptable minimum tank sizes, but generally recommend at least a 6 feet tank. FishBase lists a minimum of 150 cm (5 ft). Many believe the fish is simply too large and too active to be kept in commercial aquaria at all; only enormous, custom-built tanks are acceptable, if any tank at all is. Indoor ponds are also considered feasible housing options and may be better suited to the average aquarist. This fish's habitat is often destroyed, making these fish rare in the wild.
What is the name of this tropical freshwater fish?
Was it a Chalceus (Chalceus macrolepidotus)? http://www.labcon.com.br/versoes/espanho...
Reply:i am very srry.
i looked around on google and everything and could not find a fish.
hope someone else can help you out.
sorry.
good luck!!!
Reply:it may have been a rainbow or albino rainbow shark.
Reply:Here's some information on Bala sharks-
The Bala shark, Balantiocheilos melanopterus, also known as the tricolor shark, silver shark, or shark minnow, is a fish species of the family Cyprinidae, and has long been considered the sole member of the genus Balantiocheilos. This species is not a true shark, but is commonly called a "shark" because of its torpedo-shaped body and large fins.
Distribution
The Bala shark occurs in the Mekong and Chao Phraya River basins, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo.The Bala shark will grow to a max. length of 15 inches but take a long time to do so.
Appearance and anatomy
These fish have a silver body with black margins on their dorsal, caudal, anal, and pelvic fins. These fish can reach 35 centimetres (15 in).
Habitat and ecology
Bala sharks are found in midwater depths in large and medium-sized rivers and lakes. They feed on phytoplankton, but mostly on small crustaceans, rotifers, and insects and their larvae.
Bala sharks are popular aquarium fish.Despite the common name "shark", these fish are generally peaceful and good companions to many other types of tropical fish. However, the Bala shark is an omnivore and will eat other animals if they're small enough to fit in their mouths (including other smaller fish, and shrimp). Shrimp (ghost shrimp, krill, etc.) should have adequate hiding places to keep them from getting eaten. Bala sharks are widely available in most pet stores, but these fish may grow to a size too large for the home aquarium.
They're hardy fish that will tolerate temperature changes, pH changes, and other factors to which other fish may be sensitive. The water pH should be 6.0–8.0. The preferable water hardness for this species is soft to medium (5.0–12.0 dGH). Water temperature should be kept between 22–28°C (72–82°F).[2] The Bala shark prefers be kept in groups of five or more specimens (although they can survive alone).[2] These fish require a covered aquarium as they are skilled jumpers.
Very young Bala sharks are sometimes kept in small aquaria. However, given their adult size, schooling behavior, and swimming speed, the fish quickly grow to need much more room. Hobbyists continue to debate over acceptable minimum tank sizes, but generally recommend at least a 6 feet tank. FishBase lists a minimum of 150 cm (5 ft). Many believe the fish is simply too large and too active to be kept in commercial aquaria at all; only enormous, custom-built tanks are acceptable, if any tank at all is. Indoor ponds are also considered feasible housing options and may be better suited to the average aquarist. This fish's habitat is often destroyed, making these fish rare in the wild.
Can you get rid of midges from your garden?
We've moved into a new house, and lo and behold, there seemes to be a permanent midgie mist over our lawn. Is there anyway to dispel this annoying nimbus of bitey insect pain? I thought for a while that an ultra violet style electric zap-trap might do the job, but having bought a cheap version, they don't seem to care about the light. Any ideas?
Can you get rid of midges from your garden?
Knowing why type midges would help. If the lawn is the culprit, could be a robust thatch layer (dead grass parts on the soil surface) could be providing a breeding or at least resting spot. Cleaning out the thatch might help.
Also try insecticidal soap. It is harmless to people and plants unless misapplied (read label) but rather nasty on soft bodied insects.
Here's a site from Australia that might help:
Midges
The Midge Fact File
Biting Midges are not sandflies;
They are present on all continents except Antarctica;
The adults are about 1 – 2 mm long, much smaller than the related mosquito;
Generation time – ie life cycle from egg to adult, is probably not less than eight weeks;
Estuarine Midges do not breed in the grass, trees or in soil or sand in the garden. They only harbour in these areas;
They are not known to be vectors of any human disease in Australia;
In overcast humid weather, they are known to bite all day and night.
Only the female bites: She needs a blood meal to fertilise her eggs. They are known as pool feeders because they use their proboscis like a saw to create a tiny hole in the skin into which a pool of blood can flow. Saliva is injected into the pool to help the flow of blood. It is this saliva that causes the allergic reaction and itching.
You should remember that Biting Midge numbers increase around the time of the full and new moons. It is advisable not to plan outdoor functions that coincide with these times.
Biting Midges can penetrate ordinary flyscreens.
Useful Tips
Personal reaction to bites varies from a slight redness which disappears in half an hour or less, to severe inflammation. If you react rapidly and the swellings are small, you are reasonably immune so treatment may not be needed. Swilling and itch will soon go away.
For these less severe cases, the following tips may help reduce the effects of bites:
A hot bath may provide temporary relief;
Anti itching creams or lotions from the chemist are quite effective. Do not apply them when the skin is broken;
Some insect repellents also give relief to the bite, providing the individual’s skin is not sensitive to the repellent.
It has been observed that Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Hydrochloride) taken over a period of more than 30 days before exposure to midges, can reduce the severity of some people’s reaction to bites. (This is not true of everyone and consult your doctor before taking any vitamins)
However, if you react hours or days later to a bite, whether you felt it or not, your immunity is poor and you are likely to be more severely affected. If your reaction is very severe, see your doctor.
How you can protect yourself?
Anything you can do to reduce humidity, increase light and air movement will make your house and garden less attractive to midges.
Closely mown lawns, sparse vegetation around your house and minimal surface water in the garden will decrease humidity, increase air movement so as to minimise the resting places for midges.
Avoid gardening or watering in the afternoon and early morning.
Increase air movement in the house by using electric fans can effectively create an area unsuitable for Biting Midges as their activity reduces in wind speeds over 6-8km/hr.
Spraying residual (surface) insecticide on your flyscreens will help deter midges from entering your home.
Burning mosquito coils inside can also reduce numbers.
Most insect repellents are effective against midges and should be used whenever you are outside the house, alternatively an equal part mixture of baby oil, Dettol and Eucalyptus oil is useful.
Long sleeve shorts and long trousers made of closely woven materials give good protection. When gardening, a hat and gloves are also a big help.
Reducing Midge Activity in your Yard
To avoid the heat of the day, midges hide underneath the leaves of the plants and shrubs in your garden. These areas can be treated by applying a fine mist of insecticide on the leaves.
Reminder: Re-apply the insecticide after heavy rain or when midge activity increases.
Chemical Contol Tips:
Natural Insecticides (ie. pyrethrum) are available from most plant nurseries and hardware stores. Pyrethrum has little residual capacity, so applications may be needed on a regular (weekly) basis during problem periods.
Chemical Insecticides (Common garden sprays- Diazinon, Fenthion and, for a longer lasting effect, Permethrin) are effective.
Organic Insecticides
If you are reluctant to use chemicals in your garden, organic insecticides can be made up and applied. These will be capable of killing the adult midges, however repeated applications may be necessary.
Some Useful organic insecticide formulations are:
Garlic Spray
85g unpeeled garlic
2 tablespoons mineral oil
600ml water and 7g of soap dissolved in solution
mix solution and place in trigger sprayer.
Derris Spray
120g soap in 4.5 litres of water solution
mix in 60g of derris powder (from garden suppliers) mix additional 4.5 litres of water
dilute entire mixture in 12 litres of water and place in trigger sprayer.
Out Door Repellents
Gardening or hosting a barbecue?- Parrafin oil or perfumed lamp oil can be mixed with either Citronella or Lavender oil and burned in 'Polynesian' bamboo lamp burners placed upwind of your activity.
Reply:By killing or getting rid of them you would be interfering with nature in a way...they will be a food source for some birds which you might not ever see if the midges aren't there...try using an insect repellent when they are there, as the weather gets warmer you will only notice them when it gets cooler on a night
Reply:leave them alone they fertilize the garden and help get rid of bugs and they are cute , hell ya don't even have to feed them, just leav'm be
Reply:You wont really get rid of midges, but a good repellent will help to avoid the bites, 'Jungle Juice' works for me and if you really want to see midges visit Scotland, the best midge country in the world.
Reply:Gecco's like midges
Reply:Eucalyptus tree helps and also put covering on water butts!
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Can you get rid of midges from your garden?
Knowing why type midges would help. If the lawn is the culprit, could be a robust thatch layer (dead grass parts on the soil surface) could be providing a breeding or at least resting spot. Cleaning out the thatch might help.
Also try insecticidal soap. It is harmless to people and plants unless misapplied (read label) but rather nasty on soft bodied insects.
Here's a site from Australia that might help:
Midges
The Midge Fact File
Biting Midges are not sandflies;
They are present on all continents except Antarctica;
The adults are about 1 – 2 mm long, much smaller than the related mosquito;
Generation time – ie life cycle from egg to adult, is probably not less than eight weeks;
Estuarine Midges do not breed in the grass, trees or in soil or sand in the garden. They only harbour in these areas;
They are not known to be vectors of any human disease in Australia;
In overcast humid weather, they are known to bite all day and night.
Only the female bites: She needs a blood meal to fertilise her eggs. They are known as pool feeders because they use their proboscis like a saw to create a tiny hole in the skin into which a pool of blood can flow. Saliva is injected into the pool to help the flow of blood. It is this saliva that causes the allergic reaction and itching.
You should remember that Biting Midge numbers increase around the time of the full and new moons. It is advisable not to plan outdoor functions that coincide with these times.
Biting Midges can penetrate ordinary flyscreens.
Useful Tips
Personal reaction to bites varies from a slight redness which disappears in half an hour or less, to severe inflammation. If you react rapidly and the swellings are small, you are reasonably immune so treatment may not be needed. Swilling and itch will soon go away.
For these less severe cases, the following tips may help reduce the effects of bites:
A hot bath may provide temporary relief;
Anti itching creams or lotions from the chemist are quite effective. Do not apply them when the skin is broken;
Some insect repellents also give relief to the bite, providing the individual’s skin is not sensitive to the repellent.
It has been observed that Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Hydrochloride) taken over a period of more than 30 days before exposure to midges, can reduce the severity of some people’s reaction to bites. (This is not true of everyone and consult your doctor before taking any vitamins)
However, if you react hours or days later to a bite, whether you felt it or not, your immunity is poor and you are likely to be more severely affected. If your reaction is very severe, see your doctor.
How you can protect yourself?
Anything you can do to reduce humidity, increase light and air movement will make your house and garden less attractive to midges.
Closely mown lawns, sparse vegetation around your house and minimal surface water in the garden will decrease humidity, increase air movement so as to minimise the resting places for midges.
Avoid gardening or watering in the afternoon and early morning.
Increase air movement in the house by using electric fans can effectively create an area unsuitable for Biting Midges as their activity reduces in wind speeds over 6-8km/hr.
Spraying residual (surface) insecticide on your flyscreens will help deter midges from entering your home.
Burning mosquito coils inside can also reduce numbers.
Most insect repellents are effective against midges and should be used whenever you are outside the house, alternatively an equal part mixture of baby oil, Dettol and Eucalyptus oil is useful.
Long sleeve shorts and long trousers made of closely woven materials give good protection. When gardening, a hat and gloves are also a big help.
Reducing Midge Activity in your Yard
To avoid the heat of the day, midges hide underneath the leaves of the plants and shrubs in your garden. These areas can be treated by applying a fine mist of insecticide on the leaves.
Reminder: Re-apply the insecticide after heavy rain or when midge activity increases.
Chemical Contol Tips:
Natural Insecticides (ie. pyrethrum) are available from most plant nurseries and hardware stores. Pyrethrum has little residual capacity, so applications may be needed on a regular (weekly) basis during problem periods.
Chemical Insecticides (Common garden sprays- Diazinon, Fenthion and, for a longer lasting effect, Permethrin) are effective.
Organic Insecticides
If you are reluctant to use chemicals in your garden, organic insecticides can be made up and applied. These will be capable of killing the adult midges, however repeated applications may be necessary.
Some Useful organic insecticide formulations are:
Garlic Spray
85g unpeeled garlic
2 tablespoons mineral oil
600ml water and 7g of soap dissolved in solution
mix solution and place in trigger sprayer.
Derris Spray
120g soap in 4.5 litres of water solution
mix in 60g of derris powder (from garden suppliers) mix additional 4.5 litres of water
dilute entire mixture in 12 litres of water and place in trigger sprayer.
Out Door Repellents
Gardening or hosting a barbecue?- Parrafin oil or perfumed lamp oil can be mixed with either Citronella or Lavender oil and burned in 'Polynesian' bamboo lamp burners placed upwind of your activity.
Reply:By killing or getting rid of them you would be interfering with nature in a way...they will be a food source for some birds which you might not ever see if the midges aren't there...try using an insect repellent when they are there, as the weather gets warmer you will only notice them when it gets cooler on a night
Reply:leave them alone they fertilize the garden and help get rid of bugs and they are cute , hell ya don't even have to feed them, just leav'm be
Reply:You wont really get rid of midges, but a good repellent will help to avoid the bites, 'Jungle Juice' works for me and if you really want to see midges visit Scotland, the best midge country in the world.
Reply:Gecco's like midges
Reply:Eucalyptus tree helps and also put covering on water butts!
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Are my new fish ok together in a 10 gallon tank?
I have a new 10 gallon set up. I have 1 male betta, 1 dragon fish (violet golby or dragon eel). 2 blue gaurami, and a afrcan frog. Are they ok together they seem to be doing great. I put a little tank salt in there for the dragon. Are the other fish ok with a lil salt? Please help Im new to this but I am really excited and love my fish.
Are my new fish ok together in a 10 gallon tank?
Woah no way!! the violet goby get 15 inches long the gouramis will get 4inches long right there you are already way over crowded. Those fish will not be able to live out their full life span in a 10 gallon tank. Besides that a brand new tank that hasnt even gone through the nitrogen cycle ill take a safe bet and wont think they will live very long. To add to it the violet goby is a brackish water fish , where the other fish are not. The violet alone needs at least a 55 gallon tank. Those fish are not compatible especially not in a new tank and not in the size tank you have.
Its not just the betta that cant live in chlorinated water....its all fish!! You have fish that get way to large and have different specific needs as far as salinity and compaibility. Sorry to say but either those fish need to brought back or you have a few new tanks that need to be setup. if you even want a slight chance of all of their survival.
Reply:zack, you are totally right about the frogs, I just found out about the diffrence between dwarf and clawed and now, knowing this, I won't get one. Report It
Reply:The eel and frog will beat up on the Beta. For a ten gallon tank I'd recommend a few assorted gouramis, some neons or other tetras, a couple of catfish, a couple of algae eaters.
I am a big fan of live plants, too.
Reply:i think it's too crowded, especially if they're diff kinds of fish
Reply:did you do your research before setting up your tank? you have a small tank so taking care of it won't be a big problem. you should keep fresh water fish with fresh water fish and salt water fish with salt water fish, so on. did you set the tank up and let it run at least 24hrs before adding fish? there are a lot of things you need to do before dumping fish into a tank of water. try the links, they might be helpful to you, they were to me.
Reply:It's very, very wrong, sorry to be sorta blunt. First of all, betas, even though pet store employees might tell you their only aggressive to other male betas, are healthiest when they live in their own smaller tank, alone, even if they are not aggressive to the fish they're living with.
Also, you first have to do a process called acclimation. This is where you put the fish tank you bought out for about three days. Then you take the water to a local pet store (Petco, for example) and ask them to test your water. If they tell you your fish will be healthy in it, you take about 2-3 fish ONLY and put them, still in their ORIGINAL bags, in the water. You allow them to sit there for about 12 hours (this time depends on the type of fish). After that step, you can slowly and EVENTUALLY begin putting more fish, little at a time, not all at once!
Finally, the worst part, the salt. You can't choose to put salt in a tank for one kind of fish. Logically, that doesn't work. The salt isn't going to follow the fish that likes it most, and stay clear of the ones that are freshwater. Beta, for one live in regular, purified water, such as tap water. Also, one point I forgot to mention is that Beta require water that is treated with a chemical that kills chlorine. It's a simple water conditioner that you can buy from anywhere. Betas are not supposed to live in salt water!
I really hope you didn't just open a pack of salt you bought from the market and put it in there. If you did, I pray for your fish, and you.
Reply:I hope so....
Reply:The male Beta should be seperated if the other fish are aggressive. If they aren't they are not seen as an immediate threat. You can get a cage to put in the tank so you can still have it in there and enjoy your 10 gallons lol. The salt should be fine don't overdo it and if you notice anything strange put the dragon fish in another bowl with the salt.
Reply:if its an african clawed frog take it out immediatly they will eat anything and everything in your tank, even if it will not fit in its mouth they use they're claws to force it in
Reply:Every inch of a fish is for every gallon, I would say no more than 3 big fish. 20 Gallon fish tanks are much cooler, than get those plucko's that help clean your tank.
Reply:they're b fine...i have like 30 fish in my 50 gallon tank
Are my new fish ok together in a 10 gallon tank?
Woah no way!! the violet goby get 15 inches long the gouramis will get 4inches long right there you are already way over crowded. Those fish will not be able to live out their full life span in a 10 gallon tank. Besides that a brand new tank that hasnt even gone through the nitrogen cycle ill take a safe bet and wont think they will live very long. To add to it the violet goby is a brackish water fish , where the other fish are not. The violet alone needs at least a 55 gallon tank. Those fish are not compatible especially not in a new tank and not in the size tank you have.
Its not just the betta that cant live in chlorinated water....its all fish!! You have fish that get way to large and have different specific needs as far as salinity and compaibility. Sorry to say but either those fish need to brought back or you have a few new tanks that need to be setup. if you even want a slight chance of all of their survival.
Reply:zack, you are totally right about the frogs, I just found out about the diffrence between dwarf and clawed and now, knowing this, I won't get one. Report It
Reply:The eel and frog will beat up on the Beta. For a ten gallon tank I'd recommend a few assorted gouramis, some neons or other tetras, a couple of catfish, a couple of algae eaters.
I am a big fan of live plants, too.
Reply:i think it's too crowded, especially if they're diff kinds of fish
Reply:did you do your research before setting up your tank? you have a small tank so taking care of it won't be a big problem. you should keep fresh water fish with fresh water fish and salt water fish with salt water fish, so on. did you set the tank up and let it run at least 24hrs before adding fish? there are a lot of things you need to do before dumping fish into a tank of water. try the links, they might be helpful to you, they were to me.
Reply:It's very, very wrong, sorry to be sorta blunt. First of all, betas, even though pet store employees might tell you their only aggressive to other male betas, are healthiest when they live in their own smaller tank, alone, even if they are not aggressive to the fish they're living with.
Also, you first have to do a process called acclimation. This is where you put the fish tank you bought out for about three days. Then you take the water to a local pet store (Petco, for example) and ask them to test your water. If they tell you your fish will be healthy in it, you take about 2-3 fish ONLY and put them, still in their ORIGINAL bags, in the water. You allow them to sit there for about 12 hours (this time depends on the type of fish). After that step, you can slowly and EVENTUALLY begin putting more fish, little at a time, not all at once!
Finally, the worst part, the salt. You can't choose to put salt in a tank for one kind of fish. Logically, that doesn't work. The salt isn't going to follow the fish that likes it most, and stay clear of the ones that are freshwater. Beta, for one live in regular, purified water, such as tap water. Also, one point I forgot to mention is that Beta require water that is treated with a chemical that kills chlorine. It's a simple water conditioner that you can buy from anywhere. Betas are not supposed to live in salt water!
I really hope you didn't just open a pack of salt you bought from the market and put it in there. If you did, I pray for your fish, and you.
Reply:I hope so....
Reply:The male Beta should be seperated if the other fish are aggressive. If they aren't they are not seen as an immediate threat. You can get a cage to put in the tank so you can still have it in there and enjoy your 10 gallons lol. The salt should be fine don't overdo it and if you notice anything strange put the dragon fish in another bowl with the salt.
Reply:if its an african clawed frog take it out immediatly they will eat anything and everything in your tank, even if it will not fit in its mouth they use they're claws to force it in
Reply:Every inch of a fish is for every gallon, I would say no more than 3 big fish. 20 Gallon fish tanks are much cooler, than get those plucko's that help clean your tank.
Reply:they're b fine...i have like 30 fish in my 50 gallon tank
I found a remedy! How do you get rid of black heads on your nose?
I found a great way to get rid of black heads on your nose!
--Apply Rachel Perry Violet Rose Skin Toner and let it dry for a minute. This really opens up your pores. After you use it, you'll actually see the skin on your nose become tighter and your pores open up.
--After this, don't touch your nose or wipe it with a towel or anything. Immediately apply a little warm water and use one of those Biore Pore Strips. This will take out as many black heads as possible.
--You'll need to do this once a day for a few days until your nose looks clear. Also make sure that you are keeping your nose as clean as possible so you don't add anymore black heads
--After a few days and when your nose looks clear, start using Kiss My Face Pore Shrink Cleansing Mask. This may burn a little, but it does wonders for closing up your pores to prevent you from getting anymore black heads!
I had terrible black heads, and nothing worked. But trust me, this works great!!
Anyone else have any remedies??
I found a remedy! How do you get rid of black heads on your nose?
I don't have anything "special" except I like to use St. Ives Apricot Scrub or Clean %26amp; Clear Blackhead Scrub then I use the Biore Pore Strips, which seems to work great. Now I am going to also try your method because I have blackheads on my nose as well. Thanks for sharing :)
Reply:I don't have another remedy, but I'm going to write yours down. Thanks for sharing! :)
--Apply Rachel Perry Violet Rose Skin Toner and let it dry for a minute. This really opens up your pores. After you use it, you'll actually see the skin on your nose become tighter and your pores open up.
--After this, don't touch your nose or wipe it with a towel or anything. Immediately apply a little warm water and use one of those Biore Pore Strips. This will take out as many black heads as possible.
--You'll need to do this once a day for a few days until your nose looks clear. Also make sure that you are keeping your nose as clean as possible so you don't add anymore black heads
--After a few days and when your nose looks clear, start using Kiss My Face Pore Shrink Cleansing Mask. This may burn a little, but it does wonders for closing up your pores to prevent you from getting anymore black heads!
I had terrible black heads, and nothing worked. But trust me, this works great!!
Anyone else have any remedies??
I found a remedy! How do you get rid of black heads on your nose?
I don't have anything "special" except I like to use St. Ives Apricot Scrub or Clean %26amp; Clear Blackhead Scrub then I use the Biore Pore Strips, which seems to work great. Now I am going to also try your method because I have blackheads on my nose as well. Thanks for sharing :)
Reply:I don't have another remedy, but I'm going to write yours down. Thanks for sharing! :)
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