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I have some considerable experience with this and I can tell you that planted nano tanks are far and away the hardest to maintain. Rather than anything with filtration, lights, etc., I'd experiment with a jar or vase of inert (this is critical) rocks and as many anubias as you can fit. Light levels will have to be pretty low (like nowhere near a window) or you'll get massive algae. MAYBE one small snail will go in this, and it may need feeding. A few shrimp are a possibility, but I'd wait until it's stable for months. It's easy to become a mass murderer of livestock with these things.

It is possible, though, and very rewarding when you get it right.

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Perky 1y ago

Thanks! Am hoping to avoid filtration etc 🤙💜

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mrecheese 🧀 1y ago

Jar/vase all the way then. Be careful with the rocks, though. I suggest Ohko stone, also called dragon stone. It's inert, looks cool, and will be home to lots of beneficial bacteria.

Also, don't rule out a little terrarium. There are some purpose-built ones out there that are amazing. https://aquaforestaquarium.com/products/dooa-glass-pot-shizuku

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