"crystal101" u40127@uwe wrote in message news:7d2d6fefc05a8@uwe...
I just inherited a 55g freshwater tank. I gutted it and started fresh.
It's
been a week, and I started with five 1-2" fish. The water is clear and
the
water tests are all where they should be. I will be adding another 5 fish
in
a week or so.

If this is a new set-up keep testing for ammonia. Don't add more fish until
you know your tank is cycled.

I know nothing at all about aquariums and have done my
homework online and advice of PETCO store.

Online is better. Chain stores are not known for having knowledgeable
employees. They're well known for giving out terrible information and
advice.

The pet store recommended a
"treat" (orange slice) once or twice a week. I put it on the wall of the
tank and they haven't touched it, lol!! They had an orange slice in every
tank at the fish store and the fish were going crazy over it. Has anyone
heard of this and is it really a "treat" ?

I only give my koi and goldfish oranges. The other fish have no interest in
fruit.
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RM....
Frugal ponding since 1995.
rec.ponder since late 1996.
Zone 6. Middle TN USA
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