Hi, folks. My name is Rose, I'm 65, I live in rural upstate New York. I raised freshwater tropicals back in my Brooklyn days, and that was about 40 years ago. So, I'm familiar with the hobby but there's a lot I've forgotten.
QUESTIONS: WHAT DO I DO WHEN THE POWER GOES OUT?
I never used to worry about power outages, but now that I live in a very rural part of upstate New York, outages are not uncommon. They don't usually last very long, but once in a while, we might get one that lasts overnight. I do recall that tropical fish do not like temperature changes. So, what do I do? Do I NOT do tropicals? If I CAN do tropicals, which species are my best bets. I know goldfish can tolerate a lower temperature, but that's all I remember. Then again, no fish likes swings in temperature. Do I purchase a $1500 generator for what could be a $10.00 fish? (I say that as someone who hasn't purchased nor bonded with any fish at this point).
QUESTIONS: IF I CAN HAVE TROPICALS, WHICH ONES ARE MORE LIKELY TO BREED?
I thought it would be enormous fun to watch fish reproduce. Some are quite particular, while others seem to have no problem. I just don't know which ones those are. Any thoughts?
QUESTIONS: SNAILS? I'D ALSO LIKE TO HAVE AN ADDITIONAL AQUARIUM DEVOTED TO AQUATIC PLANTS AND PERHAPS A COUPLE OF INTERESTING SNAILS. Any thoughts on which species of snails would be good? What what's a good source for aquatic plants?
Thanks,
Rose
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