Re: [Killietalk] Dividing tanks? and show me your fish rooms

[Tom Payne <paynedds at earthlink_net>]

Lisa Wilson wrote:

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>Hi all!
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>I would love to get some thoughts on using tank dividers. I have an extra 30 gallon long tank sitting empty and I am "toying" with the idea of dividng up into 3-10 gallons
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>Thoughts?
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>My husband brought home 5 more 5 gallon tanks last night (I think hes trying to take over my hobby) and I am almost to the point of creating a "fish room" would love to hear your ideas on what you would "do over" if you had the chance, How you set yours up, pictures would be good and are welcome.
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>I am also considering getting into "peat" divers, Northos....Anyone with any advise for a newbie...what to start with ...ect
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>Anyone with any pairs/eggs that are somewhat close to hatching (from what I have read it can take months and months) ...feel free to email me off list....
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>Thank you in advance, 
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>Lisa
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I've done this divider thing in 40 gal breeders with some success using 
glass dividers. The glass is cut to 1/4" less than the inside width and 
almost as tall as the tank sides. It is held in place by 1" sections of 
airline siliconed to the top and bottom of the side where you want the 
glass. Lower the water level enough to discourage jumping and cover the 
divided tank space to control evaporation rate and give the more 
athletic jumpers something to bounce their little heads on.

Tom Payne
tropical Galena, Ohio
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