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richardtrownsell
Nov 02, 2022
In Plants and Fish
What are some ways of raising KH (carbon hardness) preferably a minimal increase in the GH?
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richardtrownsell
Nov 02, 2022
In Members Group Buys
This month’s group order will be with the Wetspot! Wetspot was a generous contributor to the JRAS Auction this October. But as with all auctions, not everyone went home with all the fish they wanted. This is a second chance to get that fish and others that were not in the auction. As usual, JRAS will pick up the shipping. Orders must be in before November 9th. Fish will be available at the November 15th meeting. For specifics on ordering all paid members in good standing were sent an email with specific instructions on ordering,
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richardtrownsell
May 17, 2021
In Marketplace
Long Finned White Clouds young adult and fry. Great for summer tubs. Young adults 6 for $25 Fry 6 for $10 Bronze Corys adults breeding size. 6 for $20 Bristlenose Plecos (natural color) Juveniles 6 for $10 young adults 3 for $10 Amazon Sword Plants $4 Frogbit $3 I will be in a Grey Rav4
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richardtrownsell
Apr 28, 2021
In Members Group Buys
Thanks to all who participated in the Wetspot group buy. There were some very interesting fish purchased, everything from vampire plecos (L240 a beautiful fish) to dwarf amber barbs (these top out at .75 in). Twenty one species were ordered, most are not available locally. We are looking forward to these being bred and available at our future auctions.
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richardtrownsell
Mar 26, 2021
In Marketplace
We encourage our members to support our local Fish Stores. But, they can keep only so many species. Wetspot offers a large selection of species many hard to find. If we have enough interest we will have a group Wetspot order with free shipping. To see their current stock go to https://www.wetspottropicalfish.com/current-stock. To participate you must be be a JRAS member. If there is adequate interest we will contact you with information on how to order through JRAS and the delivery of the fish. If you are interested respond to this post. Responses will be tabulated on March 31st.
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richardtrownsell
Jan 14, 2021
In Marketplace
I have some bronze corys, bristlenose plecos (small and natural color), Ameca Splenda and Long Finned White clouds for sale or trade. Contact me if you are interested.
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richardtrownsell
Oct 11, 2020
In Marketplace
These fish and plants I have bred and tank raised. Message me to order so I can be sure to bag the right number of fish for you. Message me with any questions. Cash please. Long Finned White Clouds (Tanichthys albonubes) All White Clouds make a great dither fish but once the fins develop on this variety they become a real show stopper. These fish are just starting to exhibit the long fin trait. ( A picture of the brood stock (parents) is included to show what you can expect in the future.) A great addition to your tank. Recommend a school of at least 6. $5.50 each, 6 for $25 (Pre-order as there will be just a couple of bags of 6 at the event). The picture directly below is the brood stock (parents) Young Adult Long Finned White Clouds that are being sold Bronze Corys (Coryadorus Aeneas) These are great for your clean up crew. When kept in a group of 6 or more, it is wonderful to watch them school. Great personalities. $4 each, 6 for $20 (If you want other than 6, pre-order) .Peacock Gudgeons (Tateurndina ocellicauda) These are a graceful and beautiful addition to a tank stocked with nano fish. Great colors and peaceful. Add a slash of color and elegance to your tanks. $6 each. 4 for $20. (At the event I will only have bags of 2, $12. If you want an odd number pre-order.) Black Bar Endlers (Poecilia wingei) These are a gregarious little addition and a great dither fish. Males $3 each, Females $2 each. 6 for $10 (mixed sexes) Will have bags of 6 at the event pre-order if you would like a different number. Butterfly Goodeid (Ameca splendens) These fish are beautiful but severely threatened in the wild. They are easy to keep and do nt need a heated tank. I keep these with barbs with no issues. Reports are they hold there own in a cichlid tank. Unlike other live bearers, eggs are internally fertilized, embryos are feed by a primitive type of umbilical cord. I have not seen young predated. The gestation period is longer than more common live bearers. Breeding is not continuous. These are sold in pairs, the males have a yellow strip in tails and exhibit spangling and a blue iridescence on their flanks. Females are attractive but not as ostentatious. Pair $8, 6 for $20 (mixed sexes). Bristlenosed Plecos (Ancistrus) These are fry that are between 1 and 1 ¾ inches long. Adults are 3 to 5 inches. Great algae eaters. A must for most tanks. $5 bag of 6 Amazon Sword Plants (Medium and Large)These plants are tank grown. These were harvested off shoots of a mother plants. Medium size are. $4 each Large are $6 each. Amazon Sword Plant (Extra Large) this plant's leaves are approximately 12 to 14 inches long. This plant grown in gravel. This would be a great centerpiece plant $15 Frogbit This is a great floating plant for the aquarium. It purifies the water and filters light. Great for fry and deterring fish from jumping. $3 bag. Pre orders only. Stem Plants (possibly Ludwigia) Nice red on the underside of the leave. Most stems are rooted. $3 Moss or Susswassertang Great for breeding or for fry. Can be attached to grow on ornaments, driftwood or even a Hamburg Matten Filter. $3. Anubias hastifolia (Large) This plant has an arrow shaped leaf. It emerged from in my 29 Gallon. Needs a tall tank or an open top. $8 Sold 29 Gallon Tank, stand and Reflector Standard 29 gallon tank. Very nice wooden stand. The reflector is florescent and works. I am selling because I do not have room for it. If you are would like to purchase message me so I can bring it to the Fishtail gate.
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richardtrownsell
Sep 02, 2020
In Members Group Buys
The JRAS group buy for Buce Plants was delayed because yjey were restocking. They are offering a 15% discount on plants for this group buy. Because of the pandemic we have make some changes in the process: 1. A check or cash for the exact amount of your purchase. 2.Pick up will be at my home near Staples Mill and 295 after the plants arrive. Shipping will be paid by JRAS. Note this buy is plants only. Participation is limited to JRAS members. Buce Plants has a great variety of plants, excellent quality and some uncommon species. They have an extensive selection of bucephanandra which are a nice alternative to Java ferns and anubius. They also have a wide selection of stem plants, anubius and water lilies and other plants for aquascaping. For this buy make your selection of plants and send the name of the plant, size and quantity of each item. This order qualify for a 15% discount. To shop go to buceplant.com . Orders must be emailed to RichardTrownsell1@gmail.com by September 6th.
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richardtrownsell
Aug 30, 2020
In Gallery
This is a 90 gal (48"L and 26" H) It is planted with common Amazon swords, bolbitis, ludwigia, java ferns, an anubias and a Frans Stroffels sword. These Amazon swords have grown very well and and 3 have become mother plants. As mother plants they send out shoots that develops plantlets with multiple leaves and roots. These shoots of new plants provide cover for the fish on the surface. This tank does not have CO2 and rarely gets fertilizer.. With the pandemic I have not found a good outlet for these plants.. I look forward to our parking lot swap scheduled for October so I can thin out and aquascape this tank.
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richardtrownsell
Aug 30, 2020
In Members Group Buys
what would you like to see as upcoming group buys? Please give me your list of vendors and types of products you are interested in.
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richardtrownsell
Aug 25, 2020
In Members Group Buys
Please get your August Group Orders for Ken's Fish and Buce Plants in to me by Wednesday August 26th. My email is RichardTrownsell1@gmail.com. In the event the plant order arrives in the beginning of the week rather than close to the weekend I will make arrangements for orders to be picked up at my home in Glen Allen. This is a great opportunity to stock up on fish supplies and try out some unusual plants.
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richardtrownsell
Aug 22, 2020
In Members Group Buys
Summer tubbing season is rapidly coming to a close. When it is time to bring your fish and plants in or startup a new tank will you be ready Ken's Fish has amazing fish food at a very reasonable price, as well as filtration, pumps, airline and tank plumbing. replacement parts and other fish room supplies. Check out their selection at https://kensfish.com/ This is one of our August group buys, details are in the previous post.
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richardtrownsell
Aug 22, 2020
In Members Group Buys
Tired of the same plants in your aquariums? Looking for something different? Check out Buce Plants our August group buy. They have a complete selection of bucephalander, bolbitis, stem plants annubius, swords, crypts, tissue cultures and other! JRAS will be picking up shipping and we should qualify for a discount. This is a group by for August. https://buceplant.com/collections/aquarium-plants
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richardtrownsell
Aug 19, 2020
In Members Group Buys
For August JRAS will have two group buys. One with Buce Plants and the other with Kens Fish. Because of the pandemic we have make some changes in the process: 1. A check or cash for the exact amount of your purchase will be required when items are picked up. 2.Pick up will be at the public parking lot tentatively the one next to Logo Advantage between 11am and 12 pm the Saturday after the goods arrive. The status of the order will be posted on the JRAS website along with the pickup time. As usual any shipping will be paid by JRAS. Note frozen food, live shrimp, and large items with additional shipping costs can not be included in these orders. Participation is limited to JRAS members. Buce Plants has a great variety of plants, excellent quality and some uncommon species. They have an extensive selection of bucephanandra. For this buy make your selection of plants and send the name of the plant, size and quantity of each item. If there is something listed that is out of stock it is ok to include as they maybe getting some of these plants in. Based on the size of the JRAS order we may qualify for a club discount, your final cost will be after the club discount. To shop go to buceplant.com . Kens Fish has great fish food and supplies at a great price. For this buy make your selection of items, include the name of the item, part number and size and quantity in an email. Based on the size of the group order we may have a discount, which will be calculated after the order is submitted. To shop go to kensfish.com Orders must be sent to RichardTrownsell1@gmail.com by August 26th.
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