Trial and Error Experiences

[John N.]

Please discuss and comment on Roy Deki's article, "Trial and Error Experiences" here.



-John N.

[Rudi Giacomini]

In reading this article I found Roy states some important things:
1) there is no universal recype every aquarium is unique and you should discover with a learning process and find your way (very zen :-) image).
2) Low light aquariums stay for more time and may be wornderful as those plenty of light
3) Balance is the secret (zen again :-) )

With my personal experience I share this points with Roy and I find that are the keys for this hobby near a forth point: some aestetich sense is required.

(excuse me for my poor english).

[plantbrain]

Well written and can appeal to the newbie. The focus on lower light is wise.
Few listen to that. Sure reduces the potential for error!
I think many folks simply have to make some mistakes to learn their lesson no matter what the rest of us tell them. So hearing it again helps.



Regards,
Tom Barr

[Dan Pellegrini]

Can't argue with success - your tanks are gorgeous Roy - and much more so in person as compared to the photos - as impressive as they may be.

You didn't mention water changes - what is/was your routine? I know at one point you were doing 75-80% PWC weekly...