Planted Tank Setup — Why I’d Add Fish Right Away | Father Fish

New planted tank — do I add fish now or wait? This and more questions answered by Father Fish: substrates (dirt + sand), plants that will and won’t need CO₂/bright light, and the practical reasons I’d add fish right away. If you’re starting a planted tank or moving livestock, this question and answer session covers what worked for me and common beginner mistakes.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro — Welcome to Father Fish
00:08 Tank setup & plants
01:14 Keystone Clash
02:20 How do I swap from a small tank to a big one?
03:37 Dealing with planaria
04:19 Plants that need CO₂ / high light in an FF tank
05:15 Can I reuse my soil?
06:16 Plants only tank?
06:55 Damselflies!?
07:35 Closing — Father Fish rules

Who is Father Fish?

Louis Foxwell, known on YouTube as Father Fish, is an old-time fish keeper with 70 years of experience. His simple, easy, and guaranteed methods insure healthy, happy tropical fish in your aquarium.

Lou adopted the role of Father Fish many years ago when he opened a tropical fish store as a retirement business. Prior to this, he served as a missionary for 25 years, following in his father's footsteps by ministering to a congregation of deaf worshipers. Lou fondly recalls his grandmother in Berlin, Germany, who inspired his love for fish keeping as a child.

As a founder and original board member of the National Aquarium, Lou played a significant role in its development, serving as chair of the Community Relations Committee and participating in the Search Committees. With extensive experience across nearly every level of the fish industry, Father Fish offers a wealth of knowledge and products, including plants, soil supplements, and more, to enhance your aquarium experience.

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