Queenserpentine Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 Just thought you guys would like an update in regards to how my fighter set up is going so here we are: The tank is really plain jane at the moment but much much more to be added in the future: Width The Side with one of my girls Another One I also purchased 3 bristlenose 1 peppie, 2 standard bristle nose Now, my boys I have just spent hours setting this up. I know its only a small starter barracks but I'm really prooud of it I hope you all like I tried to get more pics of the males but as you can see below.....too much glare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobbygodz Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 (edited) Well Done Queenserpentine, lots of fun there! Re the glare- I try to take all my flash pics on about a 20 to 25 degree angle to the tank face so the flash doesn't come straight back at the camera and into the photo.(See how good your pic of the barracks looks for this reason). I also find it really helps to reduce reflection/glare if you wipe the glass clean before shooting. Enjoy your little mates! cheers, Brad. :woohoo: Edited May 17, 2009 by Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queenserpentine Posted May 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 thanks Brad! I will definately do that next time, ie: the next phase (phase 2). I just got so damn excited about seeing it all set up Well, I hope you enjoyed :fyi: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckie Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 The AquaOne looks great and your bettas are pretty! Are you going to card the males, though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fergus Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Can you let me know how much your betta barracks set you back? It looks like a great set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queenserpentine Posted May 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 thanks Lilli Yep, I've already carded them so they can't see each other. I had some spare sheets of black foam in between the containers so the boys can get all terrtorial and flare when i excercise them Fergis: Umm, yep, all up including filter media and everything I paid a good $240.00 its not a bad little set up so I'm really happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighter boy Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 i wish i could find some one to make me one... yet alone be able to afford it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil2 Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Hi Queenserpentine, Just wondering... what lighting are you using? I've got the same system and have yet to work this bit out... have currently got some stick on LEDs' that are chewing up the batteries. Cheers, Linley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckie Posted May 22, 2009 Report Share Posted May 22, 2009 i wish i could find some one to make me one. Rob, you buy the AquaOne unit already made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighter boy Posted May 22, 2009 Report Share Posted May 22, 2009 o i c... now i gotta get the cash... lol... maybe for christmas.. though i recon teh money will just end up being used to fix my addiction and get a few more bettas... you watch.. ill have 100's in no time.. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckie Posted May 22, 2009 Report Share Posted May 22, 2009 but wouldn't it be better to get somewhere to put them first? :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighter boy Posted May 23, 2009 Report Share Posted May 23, 2009 touche lilli... well looks like im going to have to break my promise to my girl and drink more coke to find a place to put them all for now... hehe.. she gonna pissed.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akythara Posted May 23, 2009 Report Share Posted May 23, 2009 Hey Queenserpentine where did you get the barracks from? I've been to 6 different stores and checked out their website and STILL haven't found one for sale :cheer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fergus Posted May 23, 2009 Report Share Posted May 23, 2009 (edited) I would say you would have to get a LFS to order one for you - i doubt betta barracks is something any LFS would keep in stock - online retailer or physical store. Edited May 23, 2009 by Fergus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akythara Posted May 24, 2009 Report Share Posted May 24, 2009 I guess so, I do know one place which keeps the 4-8 section ones with the filter/heater at the back at the back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fergus Posted May 24, 2009 Report Share Posted May 24, 2009 Anyone who sells AquaOne products should be able to order a Betta Barracks in, whether they have one on site or not :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil2 Posted May 24, 2009 Report Share Posted May 24, 2009 Hey Queenserpentine where did you get the barracks from? I've been to 6 different stores and checked out their website and STILL haven't found one for sale You'll need to find a pet shop that is an AquaOne stockist. The easiest way to find the nearest one to you is to go to the UK AquaOne Website, select Australia & AquaOne (the brand name may not be available so enter without it... it'll return with AquaOne in the 'select brand' box). Once on the Australia page, select "Find a Stockist" in the heading bar at the top (far right tab) just under the AquaOne Sign. This will take you to the "Find an Aqua One stockist in your area" page... just enter your postcode and Bob's your uncle. The Product code you'll need to quote to be able to order this system is 53349bk. Hope that helps :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akythara Posted May 24, 2009 Report Share Posted May 24, 2009 ha! Cool thanks thats very helpful, the next thing to figure out is if this one is more cost effective then making my own inc filter and light :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queenserpentine Posted June 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 thanks guys Well, I manages to find the barracks at amazing amazon. They happened to have an older style one there for sale at the moment for those who are interested. Yep, its just an aqua one one. I'd recommend one as long as you test the pump before hand as I know some pumps with these can be faulty or a little fidgety. Thanks for all your interest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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