I enjoy seeing the behind the curtain happenings with running a fish store. I really like that you show the good and the bad and how you deal with the challenges like sick fish. Keep up the good work!!
I enjoy seeing all the things that goes on. The real life that has ups and downs. As a small business owner myself, I can relate to so much even though I make cables rather than fish.
I’m enjoying all your stories Cam. The ups and downs of running your store, the success with breeding, (or lack of), and since I buy some stuff from the fishroom, it’s nice to know what’s instock. 👍🏻
We can try to unpack this if you want. Throw some aquarium sizes, stocking, filtration etc in the comments and see how we go. If you want to of course.
@TheFishRoom Wow, thanks, I just subscribed. I've had 10 & 20 gallon tanks & I've tried various hang on back filters & under gravel filters. I think there is something in the air b/c I have been able to replicate the problem in a clean cup + distilled water with only the air as a source of microbial life. Also, some saltwater fish keepers told me b/c I clean things around my apartment with rubbing alcohol, the fumes could stimulate bacteria to grow out of control. (They do this on purpose in saltwater, it's called "carbon dosing" & their protein skimmer is suppsed to filter the bacteria out, but I even tried saltwater & my cheap protein skimmer did not solve the problem.) Most people tell me 'Just complete the nitrogen cycle!!!!' But, my tests show 0ppm Ammonia, 0ppm Nitrites, 0ppm Nitrates. Maybe the bacteria from the air is eating organic molecules directly, so I never see Ammonia, Nitrate or Nitrate. It is possible I have too many organic molecule nutrients in the water, but no way to test for them. I guess it is also possible the hydrocarbon fumes in the air could be interfering w/ my tests, but I tried both the API Master Test Kit with liquids + test strips, so I do not think so.
@@TheFishRoom I can't keep submersed aquatic plants b/c the bacterial bloom settles out into a white slime that coats the leaves & slowly eats even the hardiest aquatic plants, like anubias. I currently have a 10 gallon tank w/ 4 Otocniclus b/c they're the only animal I've seen eat this white slime. I have Lucky Bamboo growing out of the gravel (Fluval stratum + lava rock gravel + white gravel that came with beneficial bacteria) & an under gravel filter. I also have some green onions & Tradescantia Minima growing out of 4 filters on the sides of the tank.
@@TheFishRoom overfeeding is a problem I have had too. Although, now I'm just putting in spinach leaves, then some zucchini before the big once a week water change. I try to do a couple of smaller water changes per week too.
Ohhhh heck that sounds like a real head scratcher and a lot going on there. I know nothing about airborne bacteria causing issues in aquaria. But I will pass it over to the floor
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enjoy that you keep it real
Cool thanks. I am pretty open book. Happy to share the adventure with everyone else.
I enjoy seeing the behind the curtain happenings with running a fish store. I really like that you show the good and the bad and how you deal with the challenges like sick fish. Keep up the good work!!
Tanks I plan on it. We all know that fish keeping is a journey, so why hide part of it, is my theory
I enjoy seeing all the things that goes on. The real life that has ups and downs. As a small business owner myself, I can relate to so much even though I make cables rather than fish.
Isn't small business a roller coaster at times.
I enjoy your persona. These are always a joy to watch when I wake up and get ready for my work day
Thanks mate, I really love that comment.
I like seeing behind the scenes
Thanks. I enjoy bringing them to you.
I’m enjoying all your stories Cam. The ups and downs of running your store, the success with breeding, (or lack of), and since I buy some stuff from the fishroom, it’s nice to know what’s instock. 👍🏻
Awesome thank you. I appreciate you being a part of TFR Family.
Think seeing all the carnage that goes into actually running a shop is really interesting, and just shows how much effort is actually required.
Glad you enjoy it. I do enjoy making them, but I don't even show half the stuff that happens.
@@TheFishRoom yeah I can imagine!!
I enjoy the the breeding and the ups and downs of running a fish store. Thanks for sharing
Cool thank you.
All of the above lol.
Much appreciated!
I wish I could have clear water like that. I always get neverending bacterial blooms :(
We can try to unpack this if you want. Throw some aquarium sizes, stocking, filtration etc in the comments and see how we go. If you want to of course.
@TheFishRoom Wow, thanks, I just subscribed. I've had 10 & 20 gallon tanks & I've tried various hang on back filters & under gravel filters. I think there is something in the air b/c I have been able to replicate the problem in a clean cup + distilled water with only the air as a source of microbial life. Also, some saltwater fish keepers told me b/c I clean things around my apartment with rubbing alcohol, the fumes could stimulate bacteria to grow out of control. (They do this on purpose in saltwater, it's called "carbon dosing" & their protein skimmer is suppsed to filter the bacteria out, but I even tried saltwater & my cheap protein skimmer did not solve the problem.) Most people tell me 'Just complete the nitrogen cycle!!!!' But, my tests show 0ppm Ammonia, 0ppm Nitrites, 0ppm Nitrates. Maybe the bacteria from the air is eating organic molecules directly, so I never see Ammonia, Nitrate or Nitrate. It is possible I have too many organic molecule nutrients in the water, but no way to test for them. I guess it is also possible the hydrocarbon fumes in the air could be interfering w/ my tests, but I tried both the API Master Test Kit with liquids + test strips, so I do not think so.
@@TheFishRoom I can't keep submersed aquatic plants b/c the bacterial bloom settles out into a white slime that coats the leaves & slowly eats even the hardiest aquatic plants, like anubias. I currently have a 10 gallon tank w/ 4 Otocniclus b/c they're the only animal I've seen eat this white slime. I have Lucky Bamboo growing out of the gravel (Fluval stratum + lava rock gravel + white gravel that came with beneficial bacteria) & an under gravel filter. I also have some green onions & Tradescantia Minima growing out of 4 filters on the sides of the tank.
@@TheFishRoom overfeeding is a problem I have had too. Although, now I'm just putting in spinach leaves, then some zucchini before the big once a week water change. I try to do a couple of smaller water changes per week too.
Ohhhh heck that sounds like a real head scratcher and a lot going on there. I know nothing about airborne bacteria causing issues in aquaria. But I will pass it over to the floor