>I've seen some discussion on leaf litter. This probably >would be a good idea? Boiled oakleaves will acidify your water some. Check out the archives at Eric Olsen's thekrib.com for a detailed discussion. >But do the leaves have to be fallen >autumn-leaves (or whatever that is called) or are fresh >leaves, boiled and watered, ok also? Fresh leaves will probably decay much faster, and add more nutrients to your tank as the do so. Autumn-leaves will be ok for several months. > > - Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi Just had to add that black neons are my favorite dithers for a dwarf-setup. They school well, even in a small setup, and spend most of their time in the upper regions of the tank. I really like the way they look in a planted tank as well! Fredrik Nilsson ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the apistogramma mailing list, apisto@majordomo.pobox.com. For instructions on how to subscribe or unsubscribe or get help, email apisto-request@majordomo.pobox.com. Search http://altavista.digital.com for "Apistogramma Mailing List Archives"!