So my lfs has BTAs for an amazing price, and gorgeous anenomes to boot. Never had an anenome, and it will likely be the most finicky critter in my tank, though a solid argument could be made for my Hippo.
Anyways, I think I am ready to take on a BTA, but also have some concerns, given their nature and ability to nuke a tank on death.
I know they require nitrates to be below 20ish. I haven't tested in a while, but last I did mine were about 35, though I haven't exactly been up on my water changes of late due to work schedule.
They can be prone to getting chopped up by powerheads. I'm only running one Jaebo, and can easily throw some nylon stocking over it.
Is there anything else I should know or be concerned about before making the purchase? I want to get one for my clown before he gets too big.
If it matters, my tank has been running since February, and coralline grows pretty well. Or rather, it was until my urchin developed a taste for it.
Anyways, I think I am ready to take on a BTA, but also have some concerns, given their nature and ability to nuke a tank on death.
I know they require nitrates to be below 20ish. I haven't tested in a while, but last I did mine were about 35, though I haven't exactly been up on my water changes of late due to work schedule.
They can be prone to getting chopped up by powerheads. I'm only running one Jaebo, and can easily throw some nylon stocking over it.
Is there anything else I should know or be concerned about before making the purchase? I want to get one for my clown before he gets too big.
If it matters, my tank has been running since February, and coralline grows pretty well. Or rather, it was until my urchin developed a taste for it.