Hello everybody,
I am getting back into the hobby after a few years of moving around (aquarium is cycling) and had a quick question. I had cichlids for probably over a decade growing up and I always bought them from a local "mom and pop" type of store with very nice, knowledgeable owners. That place closed down years ago and now there are just Petco’s and Petsmarts all over the place.
Anyway, I popped into a few the other day and was actually surprised at their selection and how good the fish looked. However, I was somewhat appalled when the 16 year old working in the fish room said that they keep all their fish at about pH = 7.0 and that although African cichlids like higher pH’s, it’s not necessary.
I have two questions, although the fish actually looked healthy and happy, will they have any long term problems (and how do you acclimate them to a much higher pH when you get them home)? If not from a pet store chain like these, where do you guys purchase your fish (online? If so, which sites?).
Thanks!
I am getting back into the hobby after a few years of moving around (aquarium is cycling) and had a quick question. I had cichlids for probably over a decade growing up and I always bought them from a local "mom and pop" type of store with very nice, knowledgeable owners. That place closed down years ago and now there are just Petco’s and Petsmarts all over the place.
Anyway, I popped into a few the other day and was actually surprised at their selection and how good the fish looked. However, I was somewhat appalled when the 16 year old working in the fish room said that they keep all their fish at about pH = 7.0 and that although African cichlids like higher pH’s, it’s not necessary.
I have two questions, although the fish actually looked healthy and happy, will they have any long term problems (and how do you acclimate them to a much higher pH when you get them home)? If not from a pet store chain like these, where do you guys purchase your fish (online? If so, which sites?).
Thanks!