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aquarium checklist (some steps for newbies)
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  1. tank supplies (incomplete list)
    • aquarium and stand of chosen size (20G high is great option)
    • light timer
    • 2g bucket
    • ammonia solution to test biofilter
    • a bottle of Seachem prime (can use old juice/liquid bottle)
    • baggies/jars of fish foods (mysis is good option)
  2. initial tank setup
    • put hardware in place
    • paint back of aquarium (black paint and sponge brush)
    • wash substrate
    • substrate in tank
    • use shims to level tank
    • fill tank with water
    • install filters, heater, ...
  3. stabilize and monitor nitrogen cycle
  4. introduce plants
    • plant plants
  5. introduce biofilter
  6. verify biofilter
    • add ammonia solution
    • check a day later
    • continue to add ammonia solution until day before fish are added
  7. introduce fish
    • introduce schooling fish and/or other selections
    • introduce Malaysian trumpet snails
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