Although I seem terminally plagued with string algae, the new tank is doing wonderfully well.


I've now completed my livestock plan. In addition to 2 SAEs, 2 Otos (the third died), the lone dwarf puffer, and the cherry and Amano shrimpies, I've added 15 Boraras brigittae, which are among the smallest vertebrates in the world and are smaller even than my 2 prize B. maculatas. Unfortunately, they are so small, I immediately lost three of them to the inflow valve (I've since corrected the problem with a temporary measure until my new ADA lilly pipe is installed).

I thought that 15 of these guys would make the tank feel full of life, but I have to tell you -- they are teeny. So teeny, in fact, that I may add another ten or so! Now, won't that be a school to enjoy.

I also added 3 of what I'm told are the world's smallest catfish, the Corydoras habrosus. At about half an inch, they are very cool, indeed. They make Otos look like giants.