125 Gallon Aquarium Pros and Cons: Are They Worth It?

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Hello Fellow Fish Keepers!
In this video we take a closer look at the 125 gallon fish tank. We will talk about the advantages of a 125 gallon tank and some things to consider before you make the purchase.
If you are looking for some stocking ideas for a 125 check out this video: • 125 Gallon Aquarium St...
It might be worth comparing the 150 gallon vs the 125 gallon: • Fish Tank Showdown: 15...
Here is how we built our double 125 gallon stand: • How To Build a 125 Gal...
Here is how to quarantine fish: • How to Quarantine Fish...
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@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

If you are looking for some stocking ideas for a 125 check out this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-N3f49-N067U.html It might be worth comparing the 150 gallon vs the 125 gallon: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9aQ1PT8uZ-E.html Here is how we built our double 125 gallon stand: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GgNdD1iSd5A.html Here is how to quarantine fish: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-S_-8UETrQv8.html Also, our new shirts can be found at: www.primetimeaquatics.com/merch For the latest in the fish room check us out on Instagram primetime_aquatics For more cool behind the scenes stuff consider becoming a member! ru-vid.com/show-UCYVN... If you want to see all the cool stuff Joanna does with other types of scapes check out her channel! ru-vid.com/show-UCPEZ...

@cameronhale5025 4 года назад

Prime Time Aquatics ,

@kaquarium7888 4 года назад

Great video! I'd add that you can set up a 125 on a budget if you look hard enough :) I got mine used off craigslist for $100 dollars and the cost of a few tubes of silicone to reseal it (maybe $20). I built a DIY stand for around $35 and a bit of paint, used a $10 bag of pool filter sand for substrate, and got a 4' led light (not an aquarium light) for $12. I added a few sponge filters (3 of them for around $15 total), a few pieces of driftwood (probably $60 total), some plants from the other tanks, and I was done. The most expensive thing about that tank is the discus that are in it. I run a linear piston pump in my fish room, so I didn't need to buy an air pump for my sponge filters, but that wouldn't add much to the cost. So the grand total was $252 to get the whole thing up and running.

@Gk22632 2 года назад

That’s awesome makes me even MORE tempted to get a giant tank

@najay0914 2 года назад

Pics please. I need to see this setup

@sourskittlzz9447 Год назад

Do you have any videos of this setup? I’m looking to get a 125 for cichlids I just don’t know the best way of going about it.

@Dassick89 Год назад

Couple tubes of silicone will cost you as much as you paid for your entire set up now 😢

@PlainsPup 6 месяцев назад

What a great deal!

@aquariumtreasures1054 4 года назад

I love my 125. It is way easier to keep stable than smaller tanks. I think the fish love a long swim area too. 😊👍

@mattkinsella9856 4 года назад

Some nice footage of different 125 gallon tanks in this video, I kinda lost track of what was being said because I was so engrossed in the fish and tanks 😊

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Haha, the same happens to me when I watch videos sometimes.

@mikesmith-wk7vy 2 года назад

he is right , even my 55gal shocked me with how much i was spending on lights, decorations and fish along with the HOB filter and the chemicals to get started , i did use pool sand so that was cheap . i ended up over 500$ when it was done and the aquarium itself was given to me

@adkgaladkgal1799 4 года назад

Beautiful tanks, 60G is big enough for me but wow the 125 is beautiful. All your tanks are beautiful.Thank you

@atravers349 4 года назад

My largest tank is a 125. I love it! I have it set up for Ohio native fish; assorted sunfish and madtoms. I use a canister filter and a hob filter, which seems quite adequate.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Sounds cool!

@nicholashayes675 4 года назад

I am buying one of these used with a stand and light for $100. I am SO excited! I’ve been in fish keeping for 8 months now. LOVE IT. I’m very exciting for all of the new fish I will be able to keep now

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That's a great deal!

@DrBrannen 4 года назад

We've always had small tanks, but we finally got a 125 gallon community tank last year and it quickly became our favorite tank. We love it!!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

So much to watch in a 125. :-)

@markhunter2244 4 года назад

Like the pro’s and trying hard to ignore the con’s 🤓

@ReneesZooTube 4 года назад

Excellent video. Glad you mentioned quarantine tanks. They're so important. But just in case anyone ends up needing it, there are pond formulas of several common aquarium medications that will be more economical for large tanks like this than the standard aquarium versions. Just figured I'd share in case it helps anyone. Hopefully it won't be needed. 😊

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing!

@wildembrace6460 3 года назад

I just got my Aqueon 125 Gal yesterday!!! What a Christmas gift!! The thing is gorgeous.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

Woohoo!

@celgibson7219 2 года назад

Im Planning to upgrade from 75 to this … ❤️

@xXceejaybeeXx 4 года назад

I love my 125. Currently a growout tank for my Oscars, Arrowanas and Severums before they move to the big tank.

@martyborst5645 4 года назад

How did you know this was perfect timing for me?(lol) I fluctuated between 150 and 125. I went with the 150. OMG it’s huge. Now it’s time for stocking it. I am going to start with 6 adult discus. Great video and perfect timing. I am getting the 150 6 foot long.👍🐠😁

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That will be a great choice for that tank!

@makiarn777 4 года назад

Aww! I’m jelly! My 150 is only the 4 ft kind

@dougkidd4799 2 года назад

You and kaveman are the most informative. Thank you

@11Bomber29 3 года назад

We've had our 125g for about 3 or so months now. Originally, it was to only be an upgrade for our rescued red eared slider to have more room to grow, but we decided to chance it and add some fish to the mix; 2 plecos, about a dozen tetras, 3 gold panda mollies, and a couple opaline gouramis. In 3 months, the slider has shown no aggression towards the fish (which is pretty uncharacteristic). Oddly enough, we've unintentionally increased the amount of fish, as one of the mollies birthed a few; out of the 6 we could originally count, there were 4 that survived and are now larger than the tetras. It's a bizarre mix, but somehow they're all getting along.

@CarlosGutierrez-fy4wk 4 года назад

Thank you for this only owned nano tanks and been wanting to invest into a 100g when I graduate and get my own place

@Timothee_Chalamet_CMBYN 3 года назад

Lol same. I started with a 13 gallon Nano then a couple months later went to a 29 gallon and now I’m wanting a 55 or 75 gallon but knowing me once I get that I will want bigger so why not just get a 125 😆

@LickyMy9 9 месяцев назад

Like I said in another video I got a 125 today from my former boss. $350 for the tank, light, 2 Fluval FX4s, and all the equipment! Supper stoked, couldnt pass that steal

@PrimeTimeAquatics 9 месяцев назад

Nice deal!

@makiarn777 4 года назад

Nice video. Of course I enjoyed it. I had as my first tank a 150 gallon 4 ft tank. Then I saw your video about the showdown between the 125 and 150 and I had to get me a 125. Just got it and can’t wait to set it up. I’ve been buying piece by piece for it. I could never get my big box store to get the 125 gallon tank kits in. So I bought one used. But the catch is the seal was bad. Only paid 100 dollars for tank and stand. Resold the tank as a reptile tank and kept the stand. Had to pay $450 for a tank. But at least I have piece of mind about the seal!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Hope you enjoy it!

@wyzemann 4 года назад

Thank You, Prime Time Aquatics, for making common sense and realistic points throughout this upload. I especially like the advice about water changes and buckets. I often do 50% or more wc every 2-3 weeks on all 7 of my tanks and I'm sure the time it'll take to refill a 125 afterward would be a bit time consuming for most...not for me, of course. Like most fish keepers with multi-tank syndrome, I just can't wait for my first 125 or greater.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Thank you! Ya, we all start to figure out more efficient ways of doing maintenance as the tank numbers grow. :-)

@finnmoonratzo3106 4 года назад

I have a 125 Tanganyikan tank. Love it!

@MIKoenig44 4 года назад

Love your videos. I think it should be stressed that QT should happen for any and all size tanks, not just larger tanks. Keep up the great work!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That is for sure!

@ruthwalker5179 Год назад

Thanks this is perfect timing as my office is downsizing and I grabbed their 125 tank. I’m making my own stand with inspiration from your channel (white instead of black). Wish me luck!

@PrimeTimeAquatics Год назад

Have fun!

@aquariumhacksbymarcus5653 4 года назад

Yeah I had 135 gallon tank thick glass 6 ft long super heavy love the tank but when I moved could not put it down in the basement so I had to sell my South American cichlid set up it was nice but now I do like my 90 gallon 5 ft acrylic tank I could actually put that one down the basement and it was easy to carry believe it or not I carried it by myself great video

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I hear you! I remember getting my 4ft 150 down the stairs - that was NOT fun!

@brianhahn3296 4 года назад

Great vid, cannot beat a 6 footer, I’ve got a 180 from a 75, love the size and the fish do too

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

180s are great!

@brianp6180 4 года назад

Set up my 1st 125 African cichlid tank in June. I love this tank. It looks great!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Nice!

@MrEbmanii 2 года назад

i'm starting an 125 african cichlid tank too, do you have anything else with them? if so what did you choose? I'm thinking red tail shark, pleco, and 8 african cichlids

@brianp6180 2 года назад

Only a pleco and 5 synodontis cat fish

@silkieslim 4 года назад

GREAT VIDEO, AND I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL....purchased my 2nd 125 gallon aquarium, I purchased it new with the stand and lid off of offerup for $225 in the Chicago area, I also have a 90g and 55g all up and running all came from offerup, letgo and Facebook market, there's plenty of reasonable aquarium out the you just have to look and be ready to jump on a deal immediately!!!!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That's cool! Hope you enjoy the new tank. :-)

@SniperGoldfish 3 года назад

I just bought a 125 kit brand new and i was gonna go salt, but im thinking more fresh water now due to insane cost of live rock. Even though the bottom of this tank is tampered glass I'm afraid to put heavy wood or solid rocks inside it. However after seeing this video that hardscape looks solid and really heavy so I guess I can do it.

@michaelbeals1782 3 года назад

Great video as always. Love seeing all your different 125s, especially the Electric Blue Acaras. Question for you concerning stocking levels in a 125-gallon tank. I would like to have 6x Electric Blue Acara, 4x Geophagus Tapajos, 2x Rotkeil Severum, and 2x Gold Severum. What are your thoughts?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

That might wind up being a little crowded when they get to full size. My six acara take up quite a bit of space. If it were only them I might only add a couple severums. You could do the geos in place of the acara too.

@michaelbeals1782 3 года назад

@@PrimeTimeAquatics thanks a lot. I’ll rethink my plan.

@PapaThiccc 3 года назад

I live in Alaska and am going to be getting a north American pike. So this was great to learn about.

@VIDEOHEREBOB 4 года назад

Big bucks no matter how you slice it. I once had a 55, and it sprung a leak. I'll never forget it. Just rhe thought of that happening again had me drop down to a 20 high. Sometimes you just have be realistic...lol!!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

It's good to know your comfort level. :-)

@nicklv7554 4 года назад

Was just googling this topic last week. Great video!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Cool!

@trevormcmanis Год назад

You provide the best videos, hands-down... 🏆 40 year hobbyist

@PrimeTimeAquatics Год назад

Thank you!

@Stonedtothebone91 4 года назад

your tanks are landscaped so beautifully, aquarium products are pretty expensive especially for bigger tanks here in New Zealand. ive got led strips on my 400l tank that i made up. duel spectrum lighting was too expensive for me. my plants havent seemed to suffer too much either so win win

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

The strip LEDs found on the internet can look really nice on a tank.

@Stonedtothebone91 4 года назад

@@PrimeTimeAquatics i will have a look thank you :)

@jamesdoyle7317 4 года назад

Great information, keep those videos coming.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Thank you!

@mikefrost5481 2 года назад

I still do buckets with all my bigger tanks lol as long as the tank isn't OVER stocked and you aren't over feeding, they don't require that big of water changes.. also depending how frequently you want to do it and your filter set-up. And if it's planted or not. some of mine simply get topped off for the most part

@aquatichighs Год назад

Look at saltwater tanks. The water parameters are immensely more important than freshwater yet the goal is to essentially never do water changes.

@VictoriaLeeCreates 2 года назад

Had no idea 125 was one of your favorite tank sizes. That's cool 😎 I think I'm pretty into them to now

@PrimeTimeAquatics 2 года назад

Such a versatile tank and not crazy expensive either!

@Eric-uh7nl 3 года назад

I have two 125g tanks and they are by far my favorite tanks. The 150 or 180 are a bit too big to move, but two guys can easily move a 125. Best of all, i love the long panoramic 6ft front viewing panel. Great display tank dimensions!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

Good point!

@Wetsleevesagain 4 года назад

I’ll be getting my first 125 in the new year. Can’t wait

@aychirouchiwa8791 3 года назад

Hey ! Did you end up getting it? If yes, how’s it going, what have you got into it? What filter(s) are you running the massive tank with?

@Wetsleevesagain 3 года назад

@@aychirouchiwa8791 just set it up a week ago. I had 2 50gl tanks with community fish in my living room, now a 125 community tank. 10 angels, rummynose, cardinals, a few mollies, a few barbs, lemons, 2 Plecos and loads of Cory cats.well planted. I have a fx6. I thought it might be too powerful, but it’s just right. No problems so far.

@aychirouchiwa8791 3 года назад

@@Wetsleevesagain oh, very nice. I'm new in the hobby, so, still learning. Did you plant the tank alone first and let it run for a while before adding the animals or did all at once ?

@Wetsleevesagain 3 года назад

@@aychirouchiwa8791 all at once. Used seeded media from the other canister filters to fill up the fx6. It still would not be balanced due to no beneficial bacteria in the new substrate. So added seachem stability, and do extra water changes for the next month or so.

@aychirouchiwa8791 3 года назад

@@Wetsleevesagain thanks !

@MobehTaBlues 4 года назад

Redesigning my second 125 now after the 200 broke as we moved it in..using a sunsun hw3000. 2 wave makers and contemplating a large sponge filter as well

@chaddavis8751 2 года назад

I have two tetra 60 hob filters that are overkill for my 125. I even keep a sponge filter going in it too just to have a seeded filter around for a quarantine tank

@EpicConspiracy 4 года назад

Python is a must with 125

@Zaku186 4 года назад

i only have a 75 and i deeply appreciate my python. i know i would not do the maintenance up to standard if i didnt have it.

@jakefriedt8932 4 года назад

Great video! I'm building my 125g in the wall. Going to do a Discus tank. I wanted to pick your brain on substrate. I like how fine sand is, but it can be a pain. What are your thoughts on mixing a fine gravel and sand?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

We have done it before. The biggest thing for us is making sure the sand we add stays in the tank when a gravel vac passes over it.

@animalhouseIZ 4 года назад

I have two little electric Jack Dempsey in a 50gal corner tank. Earlier this year I got my 150g for when they are big enough. It is heavy planted and well established. Also have Fx6 and an eheim professional 3 both with spray bars for surface agitation. Has black diamond for substrate. Lighting are Radion gen 2 lights. I also have two 75g, one 60g, one 55g, one 50g corner tank, and one 29g tank.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Sounds cool!

@Remsterdam 4 года назад

It’s so much more fun keeping larger fishtanks. I have a 190g and a 125g. Both have 2 canister filters and i do wc’s twice a week. You need to be on top of maintenance and be aware not to disturb benificial bacteria in too many places at once. But it’s worth it, it gives you crystal clear tanks full of healthy fish to enjoy, the behavior is more natural, bigger tanks are much more stable and sustainable. I also consider it a big advantage to select all your equipment yourself, rather than in a set. You will adapt them much better to your type of tank.

@pelhamsaquatics 3 года назад

100k subs coming up!!! Well deserved I might add!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

Thank you!

@pelhamsaquatics 3 года назад

Prime Time Aquatics sure thing you have earned it!

@Sean3D2Y 2 года назад

Got mine set up with an FX6 and a Tidal110. Currently housing 3 Smallish Senegal Bichirs. with 5 Nerites. Trying to look for a good Fish that'll swim throughout the mid and top levels. Any Thoughts appreciated! Really like oddball fish/ specific looking fish.

@kirkscobey3031 4 года назад

Quickly becoming my favorite fish channel! 125 gal. Awesome tank! I had a 140 show that was beautiful but so hard to clean due to depth and a foot shorter! Am I seeing Nerite snail eggs on the wood? Mine go crazy laying them white dots,never fails right after I clean the glass lol

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Thank you for watching! The 5ft 120s and 140s are cool, but you are right - they are tall!

@joeader6046 Год назад

I am finally getting my 125 gallon tank for Christmas this year I have everything I need for it except the substrate which I am getting soon I already know how I'm setting it up and what I'm putting in it yes it is going to be an African cichlid tank I have both front right now and a 55 gallon tank

@PrimeTimeAquatics Год назад

Have fun!

@Wyn001100 8 месяцев назад

1 major issue Prime Aquatics missed is moving the tank from where you buy it to where you put it in your house. Can the tank fit in your vehicle? What do you do if you don't have 4 people to carry the tank?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 8 месяцев назад

Good points!

@ejfishes7610 4 года назад

Hoping to still get one of these one day, for now my 75s will have to do. Nice white skirt tetras 😎.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Dude those white skirts have been doing awesome. :-)

@fishandfloral 4 года назад

I have a 125 tall, acrylic, that’s only 5 ft. The smaller footprint is nice, there’s lots of space for top and bottom dwellers, but it’s a pain to scape. I have to stand on a chair to reach the bottom. 😆

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I have the same issue with my 4ft 150 gallon.

@brandondicenso318 3 года назад

I also have the 5 ft 125 i love it

@catfishcave379 4 года назад

I would add one more determining factor: your height. As I am 5’7”, I have a hard time reaching into the bottom and corners of a 180g (24”tall); when I had a 100g (18” tall) it was a piece of cake. I should have went with a 150g (21” tall). Reasons to avoid buckets: not to avoid work-you skip the gym; but to avoid getting clobbered by your spouse for ruining the floors!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Good point!

@todddiedrich9106 4 года назад

I have 2 tanks that are 30” tall and yes hard to reach I found step stools that are taller and tools that are longer I’m totally used to it and love the looks

@kaquarium7888 4 года назад

I'm 5'4" with short arms and find my 24" tall tanks doable, but when I drop something in my 31" tall tank, now that's a problem haha!

@UnheatednoProblem 4 года назад

i've always loved the 120 the depth makes it my choice

@predatoria_aquatica 3 года назад

Do they still sell those? Can’t find any at the big box stores

@afonso1816 4 года назад

Me who has a one gallon shrimp tank: *Visible Confusion*

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That's ok, lots of people go from a 1 gallon to a 125 gallon for the next tank. Haha.

@afonso1816 4 года назад

Prime Time Aquatics One gallon is not small for SHRIMPS when it comes to size, but i had some casualties until it got stabilized and its a constant struggle to maintain its stability. But now that i achieved balance, i did not have a casualty in months.

@MichaelClark-uw7ex 4 года назад

@@afonso1816 Smaller tanks can turn on you in a heartbeat, I've been raising fish for over 50 years and I don't have the patience for a small tank any more. Big tanks are easy, things are more stable so you have less work. At my age, I don't have the energy or patience for a small tank. LOL

@toomanyhobbies8351 4 года назад

❤️ that Fritz shirt!

@hss8973 9 месяцев назад

My 125G 2 year old North American Aquatics tank blew a bottom seal 3 days ago. I bought it at Petsmart, not sure if I will get a refund. I'm still down

@PrimeTimeAquatics 9 месяцев назад

Not cool!

@carlheller6648 4 года назад

Love to get 125 but that's a big price tag. Once I buy a house I'll get couple of them. I'm a big fan of 75 gallon.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

75s are great too!

@MichaelClark-uw7ex 4 года назад

I have my 55g Shrimp tank and a 75g Angel tank, so starting a 120g Discus tank is sounding really good right now. I like the 125 but the 6 foot length is a deal breaker, I'd like to get the120g 48x24x24 because there is no place with a 6 foot wall without a window or a door where I would want a tank. I like to have approx 4:1 tank to fish width and height with 10:1 length, to give then room to move and keeps bullying to a minimum, so 48x24x24 is really close to ideal minimum for Discus.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That 4ft 120 gallon will work well for Discus!

@fizzypigeon2571 2 года назад

only had my 125 for a few months, but my advice would be to add some magnolia leaves and keep it away from sunlight. greenwater is a pain.

@charliesleeseman4643 3 года назад

I have my sights on a 125 gallon. For now was thinking of using 2 AquaClear 110's and a few sponge filters. I also have a AquaClear 70 that I could use in addition if need be. Do you think that is sufficient? Maybe one day I cam get a fx6 or fx4. Is fx6 to much for a 125?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

I think the two 110s should be enough to start!

@KariIsSoVery 4 года назад

Great video. Thank you.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Thank you !

@fishoutwithjuno 4 года назад

Also what light did you for the tank at 6:51 and do you use co2 there?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I don't use CO2. Just the Fluvals on the two planted tanks (first two I showed) and finnex on the unplanted tanks.

@fishoutwithjuno 4 года назад

@@PrimeTimeAquatics fluval light? Thanks for the response btw

@lil-mumma-adventures 4 года назад

Awesome video 🙂

@brianmenard4713 4 года назад

love my 125. another great video....nice beard

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Thank you!

@davidbowman2501 4 года назад

I'll always take a 6' 125g over a 4' 150g any day of the week. I have a 125g waiting in storage to be set up when I move into a house. Planning on some geos, angels, and possibly some type of pleco and I was thinking some Congo tetras.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That will be a nice tank!

@thomaslanders6244 4 года назад

Good video, same taste as me. I love Geophagus species, Thoricthys species and others rarely seen like C. Robertsoni. I’m lucky and near I’d guess the best FW store in US (Uncle Ned’s Fish Factory). The owner has forgot more about fish then most experts know and carries many rare fish. My thing was breeding West African cichlids-Chromidotilapia Guntheri ‘Loenberghi’, Henichromis Guinea 2, Pelvicachromis Taeniatus (several color morohs), Steatocranus species etc..Most are aggressive except the dwarfs but I’d love a nice 6 foot West African setup. I’m on a couple large FB forums and see the same trash Malawi cichlids (hybrids etc) or common CA/SA fish. People need to research to see all the cool fish out there.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

You have worked with some great fish!

@gr1mm70wx 2 года назад

I paid 200$ for mine with a stand 125 gallon it was a steal

@charlesroll8502 7 месяцев назад

What brand 125 gallon do you recommend? Thinking about getting one.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 7 месяцев назад

I just get whatever Petsmart has.

@davidsenger7694 4 года назад

Would you recommend discus fish for a 125 gallon and if so how many can I keep? Thank you

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Sure - maybe six or so?

@davidsenger7694 4 года назад

@@PrimeTimeAquatics thank you!! Now I have to convince my wife to let me get one

@martyborst5645 4 года назад

David Senger, a 125 gallon tank as was said is a great size for about 5-6 discus. My new 150 is going to be stocked with 6 discus. My tank finished cycling after 4 1/2 weeks. Now it’s time to order the fish! Enjoy your discus. They are magnificent fish.👍🐠

@kidromandaddyd702 4 года назад

Hi I have a 75 gallon. Everything seems to be go well thus far. It has 3 small tetra and well being house our Oscar and 3 Africa Cichlids soon all so running to large sponge filters how much water should I be changing? And how often thanks

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Here you go: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2hr02gxpk2I.html

@24califrank Год назад

I made some small ice balls that fit inside oranda goldfish mouth its mainly powder food,garlic guard,and poly guard. Is it a bad idea to do this instead of dosing my main fish tank. I dont have quarantine tank.

@PrimeTimeAquatics Год назад

For internal parasites it's always better if the fish can consume it as opposed to adding it to the water.

@edwardsdeacon 6 месяцев назад

🤔 The 75 gallon and the 125 gallon aquarium aquarium’s have become my favorite sizes to keep. I don’t really have a bunch of room to give to my hobby and these two size tanks do what I need then to do for the Native American fish as well as the Central / South American cichlids I keep. They are also great savor a de sized saltwater reef aquariums especially if you go with the smaller and more peaceful species. All in all these are perfect sized aquariums for smaller to mid sized room.

@lyrieth8833 4 года назад

I would love to have a large tank but due to my health and bank account I have to stay on the smaller size my biggest being a 20 gallon tall if you had to pick one tank that is still in the small range as the best to maintain and stock what would it be? My next project is a pea puffer tank so stinkin cute!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I'm a big fan of the 20 longs!

@jerichoron 4 года назад

40 breeder

@aljanecko 4 года назад

Great video.

@jpbsc2009 4 года назад

Surprised no one mentioned sump filters. I started my 125 with a canister, but it was to heavy for me to maintain. I now have a 29 gal sump under the 125 with 2 overflows. I think the maintenance is easier though I do have to change the filter bags every couple of days. I save the (12) bags in a bucket of bleach which I put into the clothes washer when I run out. I have 10 inch Africans (no mbuna or peacocks) so I need to change as much water as possible every week, but they are healthy and breed. I have a pump that I lower into the tank which drains into the tub or out of doors in the summer. Would love another 125 with community fish, but my husband isn't on board yet. I don't see any cons in this size tank except for initial cost and possibly water bills.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

True - sumps are a good option once you start getting to this size tank.

@dhiraj1212in 2 года назад

sir i bought 6 ft by 2 ft tank. can u suggest me which fish combination should i use in it.

@SpartanRithimus 2 года назад

For the geophagus pellegrini... Can they be kept singular? Or is it more optimal for them to be kept in a small group like shown in the video?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 2 года назад

I have found it doesn’t matter much with geos.

@johnwood738 4 года назад

Love the big tanks,but I can do more and have more of the 55 gallon and down in my set up. Good news more spawns from the Super red bushy nose tank 😋.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That's awesome - mine have stopped for the last few months.

@HeRo-qd6tk 4 года назад

Hi Jason! At the end of this video in your Electric Blue Acara, wich other fish are in there? Thanks!

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I had some left over Goodeids (Illyodon whitei) and a few peacock gudgeons.

@bguen1234 Год назад

I've had aquariums since the early 1970s and I can probably count on one hand the number of times I've done a 30% water change. I do very small very frequent changes.

@PrimeTimeAquatics Год назад

Just depends on the types of fish and their bioload.

@tylerhaynes3114 Год назад

Can i fit 5-6 severums, one blue acara, one chocolate cichlid, 4 geo’s, and 5-6 silver dollars in a 125? If not would a 180 be good enough

@PrimeTimeAquatics Год назад

The 180 might be a better choice

@charliesleeseman4643 3 года назад

I know you get a lot of questions and I already asked one previously but could you please give me your opinion on a good filtration set up for a 125? 1 fx6 perhaps? 2 fx4's or 1 fx4? Or something else? Sorry man. I seen people putting 1 fx6 or 2 fx4's. Or one of those plus a hob. I'm sure there's a number of combos. Or maybe 1 fx4 with 1 aquaclear 110? Haha thanks

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

I think all the options you listed can work - the FX6, or an FX4 with HOB, or 2 FX4s. Perfectly acceptable. The nice thing about having two smaller filters is if one goes down the other one is still ok.

@sal9805 4 года назад

I live in a 1bdrm apartment on the second floor. With the weight of a 125 gallon, do I need to worry of the floors giving in? I currently have a 90 gallon in that apartment. I want to upgrade to a 125G and get rid of the 90G, if it’s not going to cave the floor in my apartment in? Also i read on one if the commenters talking about putting supports in the middle of the tank and front and back with wood beams; 2x4 or whatever that was? Could you please educate me on that or send me a link? I don’t use any support for my current 90G

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

As for your floors - I'm not sure. I guess it depends on how well they are made? The center brace was in regard to my stands, but they don't need them because the cross beams for the top tank are 2x8s with 2x6 fully supported uprights.

@austinpatterson18 4 года назад

my flower horn gets one to himself, the best all around tank size for mostly anything, within reason of course.

@StanTheObserver-lo8rx 4 года назад

6' and 20" tall?...I like that size. Might not be perfect for a planted tank being a little narrow,but still good enough for that. I haven't got the price list on Amano's extra wide tanks,but I get the feeling its astronomical in price compared to the 125 at Petco....

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I think you are probably right. :-)

@sherylcoley8586 4 года назад

In my state, people are getting rid of these. One man here got one, with everything for $200. I am looking for a 180 besides my 125.. Will that be big enough? I think that is all I can physically take care of. I always buy used.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

That will be cool!

@grahamhammond4678 4 года назад

I notice your 6ft tank doesn't have a support underneath in the middle. Is that something you knew would be ok? I'm want to do it but I'm too scared 😂.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Both the double stands have center supports in the back and the bottom tank has center supports in both the front and back. I used 2x8s for the cross beams for the top 125s to combat any potential issues. :-)

@steveliang5838 2 года назад

For a shell dweller tank. Which is better? A 125 gal or a 50 gal low boy?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 2 года назад

Both are great. The 125 gives you the ability to keep other fish too. The lowboy is only sufficient for the shellies.

@mikesmith-wk7vy 2 года назад

for my 55 gal i left the 5gal buckets behind even, i bought a 30gal water drum so it can handle a 50% change easily but that was 100$ so there is that cost again

@rileyr2255 3 года назад

How big of tank do you recommend for the quarantine tank to accompany the 125?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

Depends on how large the fish are going to be when you buy them? They don't have to be huge - for me usually a 29 - 40 gallon works.

@eclipsebmx 4 года назад

You did not mention water changes. how much % do you change and how often?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

I mentioned that aspect towards the end. The how much depends on many factors: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2hr02gxpk2I.html

@amymandeville8342 3 года назад

Is there any really good way to convert from stones to sand? I've been wanting to change my substrate but I've been procrastinating because it just seems like a pain lol.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

Ya, it's pretty much a complete tank break down when swapping substrate.

@amymandeville8342 3 года назад

@@PrimeTimeAquatics that's what I was afraid of.

@rusherslawncare9904 4 года назад

What fish or How do you get rid of snail take over?! Lol, my snails have layed eggs literally everywhere in my 55 gal tank.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Here you go: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2OGKjSH6fRw.html

@vernajohnson9368 4 года назад

Was hoping to see Joanna’s channel today but link does not work😥

@jacklaporte472 4 года назад

Found it! Here it is. ru-vid.com/show-UCPEZk1MpOTGiBVh6BtWjlRg

@PrimeTimeAquatics 4 года назад

Here you go! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-trkr-WJJoOg.html

@vernajohnson9368 4 года назад

Prime Time Aquatics thank you 🥰

@elliotthubbard6952 3 года назад

Is this size good for 2 adult turtles?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

I haven't kept turtles in a while, but I think this would be good.

@cali_baeee 3 года назад

Would you recommend an arrowana in a 125?

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

I probably wouldn’t put one in anything less than an 8ft x 3ft tank?

@barrylinkiewich9688 3 года назад

The only thing better than a 6' tank is an 8' tank :D Mine is a 96.5"x16.5"x16.5" rimless and it just feels so right. Previous to this one I had a 6' 125 and it was nice but I found the height was more of a detriment than anything else... these tanks get TALL when you have it on high enough stand to fit an FX6 underneath. I'm an average height guy with longer than average arms and with my 125 I found I was always needing a 1-step stool to comfortably reach deep into the back of the tank.

@PrimeTimeAquatics 3 года назад

Can’t argue that 😀