Initial Aquarium Setup and Photos prior to the introduction of livestock
I am currently working on a new project, breeding Mudskippers (Periophthalmus miniatus). In order to provide the correct environment, I have had to replicate (in minature) a tidal mudflat area, complete with annoxic sediments.
Tides will change every six hours, and a second timer will be used to stagger the tide time by an hour each day (will be like natural tides but in reverse). This will ensure that there is a predictable rhythem that the animals can use to cue reproductive behaviour. There will be 20cm of fine silty mud in the deepest portion of the tank, and a steep rise on the landward section. Just awaiting lights and waterpump to put the tank into use. Preliminary photos are included below.
Tides will change every six hours, and a second timer will be used to stagger the tide time by an hour each day (will be like natural tides but in reverse). This will ensure that there is a predictable rhythem that the animals can use to cue reproductive behaviour. There will be 20cm of fine silty mud in the deepest portion of the tank, and a steep rise on the landward section. Just awaiting lights and waterpump to put the tank into use. Preliminary photos are included below.
