Tank Update Becomes Emergency Move! (But Why)

[@KaveManAquatics]

Watch from the beginning of their journey! 😊 - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8MkutJ8Y_S1vy0sQbEZa2AR

[@Murdinator60]

Love your vids! I grew up with a 29g tank as a kid and had no idea what the nitrogen cycle even was. Now I'm getting back into it and am starting with a 36g. Not sure my plan but thank you so much for the simple yet informative vids to get me more confident in this process of getting a new tank situated.

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@CupcakeCritter]

You're such a good fish dad! I'd love to learn about saltwater tanks from you. You're an excellent teacher.

[@KaveManAquatics]

I appreciate that! Thank you so much! 😊

[@Roman.Sthapit]

Let’s go Kev😊 Happy fish keeping

[@Mr68hemicuda]

Do it bro, you wont regret it. I'm setting up my 4th salt tank this weekend, it's a 75 as well. I still have my fresh water but saltwater is my new passion. If yo need a nice sump look at Trigger systems, they have some nice ones, they also have blems at super reduced prices. Good luck and keep us updated

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, I have seen trigger systems in the past, they are very nice. My issue though is getting this tank drilled for a sump having a siliconed background already on it.

[@Mr68hemicuda]

@@KaveManAquatics I just drilled my tank the other day, I got the eclipse overflow box and it came with the hole saw. Honestly it was the easiest part of this build lol You might be able to hide the overflow behind the backround.

[@KaveManAquatics]

hmm...definitely gonna be a project! 😊💪 Will look into eclipse as well, thanks bro!

[@Mr68hemicuda]

@@KaveManAquatics Good luck and keep the awesome video's coming

[@josepacheco6511]

No need to drill into the tank. You can just get an external overflow box.

[@chuck31447]

Awesome bro!! As always. I've been missing your live shows lately as my aquarium sprung a leak and it's been nothing but misery since. Anyhow, going to attempt to reseal it. I'll say this about the fish world, it makes you learn very fast. Lol

[@beatricetaylor9804]

Kav, for sure!!! You will love the saltwater journey. The fish are beautiful and exciting, also it’s not a hard up keep. I have been into saltwater for years. Do it!!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks for the pep talk! 😁💪

[@josepacheco6511]

YES! I can’t wait to see the Kaveman with a Salt Water tank!! Been waiting for this.

[@DjPosey3]

Yes do it Kev!!! Go for the Salt water and teach us who are intimidated how to do it!!! I've learned so much from you within my 6months in the hobby and I'm hoping you can show me the way with your saltwater as well

[@lorisheheen2198]

Great video Kev!! Good job on raising all those fish from little fry! Hope all works out for Scuba...I'm interested to see what happens now. Hope you decided to do a saltwater tank in the future. I'm interested to see that also. Enjoyed this video Kev! Thank you!! 😊 ❤

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you enjoyed it Lori! Going saltwater will definitely open up to a whole new world 😁

[@Shadow-wn5fw]

What's up Kev. Looking great as always. I am looking forward to the saltwater tank adventure.

[@ArchangelHornet]

I literally just started my saltwater tank recently. Ive done fresh water for years and I just love the salt water experience! Not as complicated as I thought it would be.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Now thats some motivation! 😊💪

[@jessicawalden]

Looking forward to more content on different kinds of fish. ❤ Kaveman is one of my favorite fish tube teachers. Got me thinking about a tank full of obs. Thanks kev

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you Jess! Appreciate that 😊😊

[@michaelmichaelmotorcycle2174]

When I first got a fish tank it was 20 gallons I had some Dalmatian mollys and one was pregnant when I got them, she gave birth and I saved the babies and let them grow, long story short I had so many mollys it got out of control and had to give almost all of them away to a fish store that had a donation tank

[@BoTTomRiG]

Is there a double like option I love this guys videos man you brought me back into my love for African childids thank you dude 🤙🤙

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! Glad you're enjoying the channel! 😊💪

[@KiDFINessed]

Crazy video!! Btw I’m curious on how you feel about the pothos plant. In your opinion does it make a huge difference consuming nitrates?

[@KaveManAquatics]

I dont have enough plants top make a huge difference, but theyre definitely helping! 😊

[@sharoncornell8350]

Yes please! Would love to see you do a saltwater tank! I’ve wanted to myself but they’re a bit intimidating. Also, I already have 3 tanks and setting up a fourth for discus in a couple of months. My boyfriend would kill me if I set up a fifth. 😂

[@KaveManAquatics]

He'll get over it 🤣 I'm intimidated myself but willing to give it a shot 😊

[@Nami_ig]

Thank you so much for making these videos I just started this hobby last week and have found your channel at first when I started I just thought fish would die every few days but after watching your videos I have Learned how to properly care for my fish and none have died. Ps. I got guppies to start with they are in a 20 gallon tank are there any other fish you would reccomend

[@themermaidslairaquatics]

Those r lovely cichlids!

[@cichlid_kings]

Had some ob fry last year , they were alot of work yet a very cool & fun experience. Good move on separating scuba. I'd let him chill solo until you get the monster tank running 😎

[@KaveManAquatics]

I agree bro, and yea thats the plan. He's super chill now alone 😊

[@yvetterivera3039]

Bruh! You better jump on board with that saltwater tank. No really I think it’s a great idea setting up a saltwater water tank. You can put out step by step content on how to set up tank. So excited. Enjoy your weekend.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats the plan, learn as I go and do my best to show the experience and teaching as much as I can along the way 😊

[@SkubaSteveosAquatics]

GO SALTY! i just filled my saltwater tank today! SKUBA SKUAD

[@KaveManAquatics]

I never been closer my bro! 😊💪

[@mryes413]

Clownfish are a type of damselfish, so they are closely related to the sergeant majors, blue devils and the like as well as being more distantly related to the cichlids as fellow members of the suborder Labroidei, grouped together because of jaw morphology.

[@KaveManAquatics]

I'll take your word for it 🤣

[@furdreams]

All in for the saltwater switch up! 💪

[@zigzagallah]

Please put the Arowana in the new tank also so it wont stunt growth/life. Nice video !

[@KaveManAquatics]

Hes getting a new 450 soon.

[@ErinSawicki]

Hey Kev!! You have such informative videos that are very much appreciated. I am new to this hobby and need some help! I have a 3.5 gallon fish tank that I had a tiny red-eared slider in. It seemed like he got stressed and died in about 2 weeks. I then tried adding 2 Pleco's and they died within 3 days...it looked like that might have had Ick? I do have Prime and Stabilizer and I purchased ICK drops. I would like to try again for more fish. Should I leave the water in the tank and treat it since it is already cycled and use the Prime, Stabilizer and Ick drops? I have been using a charcoal filter but my father also has lava rock from his tank he would give me. Any suggestions would be MUCH appreciated. Thank you!!

[@misslala7470]

They died because a 3.5 gallon tank is way too small and the bio load got too large really quickly. Especially with plecos, they are very messy and red eared sliders need about 50 gallons.

[@fatliward9815]

I love your videos as a 17 year old trying to learn about fish because I'm getting one you taught me so much. Wish I could talk to you in person so you could give me more advice.

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁 You could always book a 1-on-1 with me but I wont lie, it aint cheap😁 Link in the description.

[@jcascantez]

What kind of pleco is that? Nice video man! Keep it up!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Bristlenose Pleco, Thanks!

[@mjkirch100]

With all the gallons of tanks that you have in the new fish room why don't you use Safe instead of Prime? Does Seachem just give you so much Prime that it doesn't matter to you? I'm not being a jerk, just asking. I've only got 125, 29, & 16 gallon tanks and I use Safe for the bigger 2 tanks and Prime for the tiny one. Keep up the great work!

[@KaveManAquatics]

I do exactly what you do. I use Safe for the 210 and 150. The 75 and quarantine tanks all get Prime. 😊

[@jennifersaintnelus5033]

I look forward to your adventure with starting a saltwater tank.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks Jenn, me too! 😊

[@Gracy-fh9ui]

Looking forward to your salt water tank! Always love the way you explained everything so easy to understand. Been wanting to venture into saltwater tank, and I’m betting on you to bring us along! 😂

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks Gracy, I'll do my best to learn quickly and start with the basics for you guys 😊

[@rajs4283]

Hey Kave, just help me... In my cichlid tank, the kh drops every other day from 11 to 6/7. I have been using continuum buffer but still KH drops however ph is maintained at 8.0 and also gh is fine.. what could be the issue ??

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats strange, KH and GH usually move with PH. If your PH stays stable, maybe make sure your test kit accurately shows test results. Dosing with malawi buffer and cichlid lake salt will always keep your levels high and stable. Links to them in the description.

[@miffedcuttlefish6139]

KEV! I wish you luck in salt water journey!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! 😊

[@chrisjr1028]

I’ll buy the females! Ship them to sunny Florida!

[@Jacabiem]

Thx for another great video!

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@robmormile3911]

I’ve never seen you add KH or GH to your water changes. How do you ensure the water your putting in is the same as the water you’ve taken out? AussieRob.

[@KaveManAquatics]

I always add malawi buffer and cichlid lake salt to my african tanks. That keeps the PH up while KH and GH follow. I didnt add any here because sting rays are not kept in high PH water.

[@hybridmx5]

Side question, can I just treat an established tank with existing fish with something like Stability when introducing new fish instead of quarantining?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Adding Stability when adding new fish is very beneficial and one of the best times to dose it. But that's not a solution or a reason Not to quarantine. Search "kaveman quarantine" for some great detailed videos

[@justinmell7444]

Make it a salt water tank!! I love salt waters and I’ve been looking at getting flash light fish.

[@zoltangacs5733]

Planning to add 5 different mbuna family to a 125g tank. All of them would be a breeder group of 1 or 2 males and 4-5 females. Total 25-30 fish. Do you think the different males and females on the same tank would be an issue and fight? Now they are mbunas and more peaceful but still plenty of male and female in there. Thanks for the answer

[@KaveManAquatics]

Mbuna's are not usually "More Peaceful" So if your guys are, you're lucky lol But yes, adding females to a tank with males will cause more aggression problems. When wanting to breed, ratio should be 4-5 females to every 1 male. I have a free webinar training on African Cichlids, you should check it out! - event.webinarjam.com/channel/KaveMan-Aquatics

[@leoncoleman2221]

hey Kev where did you get that Canopy for your 75 Gallon tank i have a cabinet like yours and that Canopy will match it well

[@KaveManAquatics]

Google "Majestic Canopy" 😊

[@leoncoleman2221]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks

[@mistysauceda]

I ordered model c rock from Aqua decor I have the sides and back covered with rock. I have 150 gallon tank and 2 fx6 exactly where can I place the return pumps? They told me I can just run a flexible tube on the top. I’m so confused. Please help

[@kengilmore4384]

Yes sir. I to fell into the transition of saltwater. I now have 3

[@KaveManAquatics]

Nice! I heard it can be even more addicting than freshwater 🤣

[@tae24se7en]

Nice work.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks!

[@narutofanz85]

Hell yeah Kev, go salt!! I wanna learn, you teach wonderfully

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! 😁

[@mikl507]

What's about acclimation from tank to a another tank? Dropping the stingray in high ph tank just like that? Isn't it bad for the fish?

[@KaveManAquatics]

That would be bad. But I did about an 80% water change and didn't add any of the buffers I usually add for the African Cichlids. This means the new water added created a much lower PH than what was in there previously. Now that you mention it, thats something I should have discussed in the video! Great observation though!

[@jordantaylor3907]

Go saltwater kev on that 75 I'd as well like to learn how to setup and get that going from basics!

[@andrewtripi9818]

definitely should go with a saltwater tank some insane saltwater fish out there and mayb a cool starfish lol

[@ZMAN181]

Great footage.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! Glad you liked it! 😊

[@Freshwater_fish]

Is it possible to do a water change too soon with a new stingray and sending him into shock?

[@KaveManAquatics]

A water change not done correctly can send any fish into shock, yes.

[@TheChaz72]

Honestly just here for the cichlid content bit salt water could be cool to see. Maybe you'll convince me to start one too! Lol

[@KaveManAquatics]

I'm still working on convincing myself 🤣🤣

[@sherrywhyte7542]

Could we have some help with ich, white spot, and other unusual spots on our cichlids? Please!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Raise the tanks temp slowly to high 80's, then vacuum substrate when ich falls off. Aquarium salt can help as well.

[@zulmailerio2237]

I have a problem with cloudy water. Please help.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Could be caused by multiple factors. My book on getting crystal clear water can definitely help! 😁 It's short, to the point, and covers all the causes and solutions for cloudy water. Comes in eBook and Paperback. I promise you won't be disappointed! Check it out here - bit.ly/clearH2O

[@jrivlife]

Hey Kev. I just got a 125 gallon and I want black sand for African cichlids. I have peacock and haps. What sand do you recommend? Thanks man

[@KaveManAquatics]

Black diamond blasting sand! Find it in your local tractor supply store 😁 Watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/inebY3uYYrJ1fpI

[@mechellevita-kw6pt]

Ya!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

[@kaiserkannnan]

Hello Sir, Need your advice. I have 15 male peacock and haps in 55 gallon with 2 canister. Recently 1 Red Dragon trying to claim entire tank. 14 fish are in one corner. It been like this for a week now. Do I need to give more time or remove the red dragon from the tank. Please advise. Thanks.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Remove him if hes that much of a bully. No matter how beautiful he is its not worth the stress to your other 14.

[@matthewaronoff5033]

How do you keep the replacement water at temp when doing an 80% water change? I have a 210 and my water heater is only 50 gallon.

[@KaveManAquatics]

My water heater is same. You're not adding in 50 gallons of boiling hot water from your water heater. Adjust your hot and cold so the waters warm to the touch (Close to your tanks temp) and fill up. You wont use up the entire volume of the water heater 😊

[@matthewaronoff5033]

@KaveMan Aquatics thank you for responding. I run a thermometer in my new water to make sure it's going in at temp but it seems to run out of hot water before I'm done filling. Should I just leave it low and wait for the water heater to heat more water?

[@KnotV84]

So @KaveManAquatics could I run a 407 on a 55 African Cichlids Tank with about 14 fish mix of Peacocks and Haps

[@KaveManAquatics]

I think you’ll be right on the border line of having enough filtration. If you over feed, don’t vacuum enough, don’t water change enough, it could easily not be enough filtration. I would add a Tidal or upgrade to an FX2,4,or 6 if you can. Yea those are over kill, but you may eventually need it in the future anyway 😁

[@alexanderolekenakela2646]

Off the topic, I set up new aquarium ( no fish yet ). It’s very foggy , I found out it can be bacteria bloom . So my question is : can I have bacteria bloom if my tank has everything brand new and no life inside yet ? I have few plants I wanna add some fish after I see the plants are doing well , but water so cloudy I can’t even see anything . I did water change and same thing happened.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes it can happen. And doing water changes is just delaying the process. This video will be helpful - kzbin.info/www/bejne/amfJlHuspMqfoqs

[@alexanderolekenakela2646]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you

[@Bigofft]

Hey Kev, I noticed you mentioned your wavemaker placement and wanted to ask, should I have my wavemaker on the opposite side to where the water drains down into my sump blowing water towards the drain, or on the same side so it's pulling the water up to that area? hope that makes sense, just wanted your thoughts on it. cheers Kev and great video!

[@KaveManAquatics]

I dont have much experience with sumps together with wavemaker (yet) but I understand the question completely. I would try on same side first and check to see if detritus is actually rising high enough to reach the overflow. If it's not, then having it on opposite side would most likely be best. I'm going sump in the new tank and will get an opportunity to test and adjust for this myself soon. 😊

[@Bigofft]

@@KaveManAquatics Legend! thanks Kev, can't wait for your sump setup in the future.

[@danielarmistead8491]

Kev, what fish would you want to start with for salt water?

[@KaveManAquatics]

No idea 🤣🤣

[@csucujo]

Go salt, I’ll follow your journey - and perhaps might turn my 55 gallon tank into salt too! 😅

[@TheMechdez]

Do it bro. Get the salt water tank

[@johnjr47]

Which product is better, Pristine or Remediation ?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Theyre both the same product with Remediation having slightly better and more current R&D. But either one you can get your hands on will work great.

[@johnjr47]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you

[@johnjr47]

I am very excited about your tank

[@melissahubb2651]

My question is how do you sex the fish? Meaning what details or markings tell you which are male and which are female?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Got you covered right here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaHIamB-gdeifcU

[@TheDavis547]

Let’s goooooo!!!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

[@blackhornet25]

How long does it take you to fill up the 210 after an 80% water change?

[@KaveManAquatics]

About 10 minutes, give or take 😊

[@daviaadamek-jb3pi]

❤

[@psproductions2744]

Cool

[@damonthomas8350]

Where do u get the backgrounds from

[@ryanfoss1230]

he goes aquadecor

[@KaveManAquatics]

All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊

[@damonthomas8350]

@@KaveManAquatics thanks sir love the videos

[@damonthomas8350]

@@KaveManAquatics can I also ask on 1 of your videos u took everything out of your canister and put some white rocks in there and your take stays crystal clear

[@damonthomas8350]

What type of rocks where they that u put in ur canister

[@Ridingwheels1]

lol i have a FX6 and a FX4 on my 75 gallon tank . i hope thats enough lol

[@KaveManAquatics]

Definitely 🤣

[@ReelHardFishing]

Anyone wanting ob Taiwan reef, go to snake river cichlids

[@KaveManAquatics]

I agree! Thats where many of mine are from.

[@onlywei]

Nooooo Rainbowfish planted tank is better than saltwater!

[@CFish-N-Cars]

I need you address so I can send you some gear from a real NFL team 😂😂😂 GO 🦅

[@KaveManAquatics]

🤣🤣 I've got plenty bro 💪💪

[@skeet77777]

🦅🦅🦅 go birds

[@CFish-N-Cars]

@@KaveManAquatics 😂😂

[@michaelmachos8969]

NO!! Don't go salt water!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Lol, you’re the first to say that…I’m curious, why not?

[@michaelmachos8969]

@KaveManAquatics Eh! I am just loyal to fresh water. Salt seems fake, for some reason. The fish remind me of glow fish. Also, seems much harder to maintain. I love Discus, which look as good as Salt water.

[@jorgecarpio5377]

If you are going to donate your fish .. give them to me I have a 75 gallon tank .. with only 7peacocks.. we’ll let me know thanks in advance

[@carlam.9529]

No saltwater interest here.

[@timberry8409]

I believe they are freshwater. My chiclids are freshwater

[@KaveManAquatics]

Tim, I think she means she doesnt want to see any saltwater content lol Carla, correct me if I'm wrong.

[@timberry8409]

@KaveMan Aquatics I appreciate your content man. You have taught me alot with my chiclids

[@ulyssesmendoza6561]

@@KaveManAquatics I have a question what size are the one in the main tank also can u over crowd them ??

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@ulyssesmendoza6561 They range from 4”-to 8” in the main. Yes, overstocking is a key method to curbing their aggression. Checkout my African Cichlid playlist for more info on them.

[@thatstonerr7738]

I’m currently breeding multiple types of clownfish man saltwater is fun as fuck the cycling process is the same except with saltwater it seems slightly longer of a process then freshwater I advise lots of bacteria and you’ll be fine

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks for the tip! 😁💪

[@skeet77777]

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yerrr