Shoal & Stem

small slice of nature

Started August 1, 2025

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Scaper's Notes

one of my favorite tanks. it is tiny and looks great on my work desk.

Tank Details

1.8 gal · 6.8 L·12 × 7 × 5"active

Flora & Fauna

7 species

Tank Health Score

Health score coming soon.

Water Parameters

Latest reading

Jun 19, 2026

Temp72.0°F
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Water change and maintenance

The tank was developing an issue with blue green algae. Water parameters are fine but I think the lack of flow is causin
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small tanks can be stable

there is this accepted wisdom within the aquascaping community that small tanks are harder to keep. I dont think this is
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small, heavily planted scapes are underrated.

small, heavily planted scapes are underrated. a couple of shrimp and lots of plants can do a lot for a nano tank!